FREELANCE JOB REPORT
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Issue #324 Professional Edition
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In This Issue:
1…..More Adopt the Freelance Lifestyle
2…..Hot Job: Write for Magazine
3…..Find Freelance Work
4…..Jobs for Freelancers
5…..Get Good Tax Advice
6......More Jobs and Projects
7…..Fix your PC
8..…Cool Project: Design a Web Portal
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1. More Adopt the Freelance Lifestyle
Nearly 20 million people already work from home, according to the International Telework Association and Council. And they estimate that this number will rise to around forty million by the year 2010.
So if you are considering launching a freelance career, you are in good company - there is definitely a future in the telecommuting option.
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2. Hot Job:
Write for Magazine
Freelance writers are needed to write for magazines. There are a wide range of topics to write on. Payment is set at a fixed one dollar per word.
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3. Find Freelance Work
A useful place to find freelance work is FreelancerSite.com. This site posts a range of projects in various fields, and is always worth checking for new jobs and project updates.
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4. Jobs for Freelancers
Work-at-home and free agent jobs for writers, designers,
programmers and other professionals.
Design and Program a Database
A database developer is needed to develop the back end of a web site. The web site will have four main member groups. These all require login information and to have specific operating functions. Some (admin) will be able to add or change other members information and view sales totals while other members (employees) can only view or change their own information and totals. Clients will also be able to view certain information.
Copywrite Advertising Material
A copywriter and art director with healthcare experience is needed for successful New York City advertising agency. You must have track record with pharmaceuticals and medical devices. DTC and consumer experience helpful, but not required.
Design a Pizzeria Logo
A graphic designer is needed to create a logo for a pizzeria. The logo should be print and sign friendly, and be able to be resized easily. ********************************************
5. Get Good Tax Advice
The tax season is closing in fast, and it is tempting to save on fees by doing your own accounts. But be warned that this approach is more likely to cost you money that save you money.
A good accountant will be able to arrange your affairs to minimize your tax liability, and this can result in a saving of many thousands of dollars. So get professional help - it will be worth it in the long run.
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6. More Jobs and Projects
The latest projects and opportunities for free agents
worldwide.
Write Fashion Manuscripts
A new publisher of fashion and beauty career e-books is in need of writers. You will have to finish a 60-page manuscript minimum within two months. The outline of the book and some research assistance is provided to ensure the manuscript is up to par. This is an ideal opportunity for journalism students and new graduates to gain exposure.
Create High Quality Flyers
Graphic designers are needed to create a high standard of flyers. The work will also detail poster work as well. These will be distributed throughout London for Asian businesses. Create an Online Store Backend
A programmer is needed to integrate server-based software product into HTML
designs. You will be provided with free software training. You should have an html
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7. Fix your PC
For any freelancer nowadays, your PC is a vital business tool. So you need to make sure that it is running correctly. If you suffer from unexpected errors system crashes or screen fixes, let PCBugDoctor take a look.
You can scan your system for free to see what errors exist, and upgrade to a paid version if you would like to fix them.
http://www.pcbugdoctor.com/ ********************************************
8. Cool Project:
Design a Web Portal
A web designer is needed to create a portal type site. This will be a
travel portal for tourists. The site will be run from advertising revenue, so there needs to be space factored in for design elements.
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Remember
"You can have it all. You just can't have it all at once."
Oprah Winfrey
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