How much can you expect to earn as a freelance journalist?
February 192010
Writing is my passion. I have been a university lecturer for the past few years, and am considering the acquisition of a qualification as a journalist over the coming years, hoping to make it my livelihood eventually.
I realize it will be wise to do this gradually, and only let go of my current profession as the new one catches on.
I am only wondering whether a journalist’s earnings would actually be enough to live on eventually.
Are there any journalists here who could give me insight?
Thank you.
First off, get a copy of Writer’s Market. It’ll be an invaluable resource.
http://www.amazon.com/Writers-Market-2008/dp/1582974969/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1199912440&sr=8-1
If you can get yourself a unique niche or find a publication that wants to use you as a regular freelancers, it’ll be a lot easier to make a living freelancing. Magazines and journals will be the best source of income, though they can be tough to break into – once you have a reputation, though, it’s possible to find publications that will pay in the thousands of dollars per article for larger pieces.
Newspapers may pay less in general, but can be a steady source of income while you’re establishing yourself.
February 19th, 2010 at 6:38 am
Not much, which is why you have to cultivate and rely upon that passion of yours to see you through mounting bills, no retirement and perpetual deadlines.
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February 19th, 2010 at 7:28 am
First off, get a copy of Writer’s Market. It’ll be an invaluable resource.
http://www.amazon.com/Writers-Market-2008/dp/1582974969/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1199912440&sr=8-1
If you can get yourself a unique niche or find a publication that wants to use you as a regular freelancers, it’ll be a lot easier to make a living freelancing. Magazines and journals will be the best source of income, though they can be tough to break into – once you have a reputation, though, it’s possible to find publications that will pay in the thousands of dollars per article for larger pieces.
Newspapers may pay less in general, but can be a steady source of income while you’re establishing yourself.
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February 19th, 2010 at 7:53 am
Very few people are able to do it full-time. I’ve written a couple of books, and I’m not exactly quitting my day job either. Not too many freelancers get into five figures per year, I would guess.
Try selling a few stories, stick your toe in the water, and see what happens. Who knows where it might lead? You sound pretty qualified for such a move.
Good luck.
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February 19th, 2010 at 8:37 am
There are some really good guides on http://www.freelancebuddy.com and you should especially read the second bonus guide.
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