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[quote=Anonymous]I've been a freelancer for a decade, work in TV production. Best part - relative flexibility and ability to choose the projects I want to work on (unless there isn't much around, then you take what you can get!). Also, it's very concrete - you're contracted to complete a project, and you do it.  Worst part - the constant haggling over rates, and chasing people to pay my invoices.  Just because it is "artsy" doesn't mean I work for free, or for reduced pay.  I have to pay a mortgage just like anyone else (and for independent health, liability, and life insurance, self employment tax, etc).

I really love being freelance, but it has been much more enjoyable mid career, where people know me and my work, and I'm in demand.  Embarking on a freelance career requires patience, you'll spend lots of energy building up a network, doing self-promotion/marketing, and interviewing for gigs.  It's a lot of work.  It can take years, and like the freelance writer said above, you won't get rich.  But if you like what you do, it's worth it.[/quote]

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