Monday, December 28, 2009

How does freelance work

How does freelance work?
I'm new to it, and I want to create an account at a freelance website, but I don't know exactly how freelance works. What's with all the bids from the providers? 'Providers' are those looking for jobs, right? Can someone please explain how the bidding works? Thanks in advance.
Other - Careers & Employment - 1 Answers
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Someone expresses an interest in work. Freelancers bid a price to do the work. The buyer selects a bid, the work gets done, buyer pays seller, everyone lives happily ever after. That's the theory anyway



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Thursday, December 24, 2009

How can I apply to a job in Canada if I'm not canadian

How can I apply to a job in Canada if I'm not canadian?
I want to work in Vancouver, Canada. I'm a freelance ilustrator/graphic designer, living in Mexico City. Two friends of mine will go for six months to work there since next month, but I want to go to. How can I apply to a work there if I'm not canadian? May anybody help? Please, let any racial bigotry aside and don't answer just to get two points!
Embassies & Consulates - 2 Answers
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If you're a US citizen, look here: http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/tips/regional/regional_1170.html other rules might apply to other nationalities.
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Go on to monster.com and search for jobs abroad, then send out your CV. Once you've been accepted go to the Canadian Embassy with your letter of approval and get a visa and work permit and you're on your way. Please rate methe best, I'm not very happy



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Sunday, December 20, 2009

Where can I get some freelance cartooning jobs


Where can I get some freelance cartooning jobs?

Drawing & Illustration - 2 Answers
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Visit these websites and search for jobs by using the keywords "freelance cartoonist" or "freelance cartooning". http://www.ifreelance.com/Freelance-Jobs/Cartoon-Illustration-Freelance-Jobs/ http://www.work-freelance.com/freelance-cartoonist.html http://www.work-freelance.com/freelance-cartoonist.html
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also try this site http://www.scriptlance.com/?ref=fleurdel they have cartooning jobs



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Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Online Freelance Writing Jobs

Online Freelance Writing Jobs?
For those of you who have found freelance writing jobs online, have you ever had to "hand over" your rights as the author? I have been asked to write 5 articles and will be paid $2.30 for each 550 word article (ridiculously low??). Upon submission, the authoring rights are passed over to the company who will pay me. Is this standard? It seems a little shady to me.
Other - Careers & Employment - 0 Answers
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Did you go to e-lance? I suggest to write your own ebook and sell it online. Indeed, you will earn passive income


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Saturday, December 12, 2009

Looking for an online job


Looking for an online job?
I'm a college student and I'm in great need of a job. I've searched for freelance writing jobs on the net, but I'm not sure which ones are genuine and which ones are fake. I was wondering if anyone had advice on websites I should check out, better if based on personal experience.
Other - Careers & Employment - 2 Answers
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I'd sign up for Guru.com - there are plenty of writing gigs posted there on a regular basis. If you can blog, you'll also find some great listings on http://problogger.net/jobs. My Guide to Freelancing (below) may also help you get started.
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A great site I'v found that offers legit jobs is Legit Online Jobs http://alturl.com/bwnn it's worked well for me. Give it a try


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Tuesday, December 8, 2009

are there any website that can sell tee design that we create? and website that have information about job

are there any website that can sell tee design that we create? and website that have information about job?
actually I love to design tee,but I don't know how to sell it, and mostly I search information about job,freelance for option if exist, (other than getafreelancer.com) anyone know any website or have information? or maybe want to give me a job (^_^)
Other - Careers & Employment - 2 Answers
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Long ago I searched for the best job vacancy web sites. Finally I found the best website to find jobs vacancies. That is, http://www.gogglejob.com These are the reasons that I suggest www.gogglejob.com is the best website to find jobs vacancies. 1. It is totally free to find jobs. 2. You don't need to register. 3. You don't need to enter your personnel information to find the jobs. 4. You don't need to answer for boring questionnaire. 5. It is very easy to use. 6. All jobs vacancies are classified very logically in there and you just need to hit your interesting job. 7. It automatically detect your area and will be given jobs from your area. 8. According to my personal experience, it is very reliable and accurate and send the feedback to very quickly and amazingly. So isn't that interesting. I also found my job from that web site. Just go and check yourself for the success; http://www.gogglejob.com Please note that almost all other answers given are spams as they didn't say the reasons for their suggestions



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Friday, December 4, 2009

Is there a better way I can find a part time job


Is there a better way I can find a part time job?
I'm currently in college (my senior year) and I want a job before I graduate to save some money. I've applied to every job in my town and more. I have my license, but no car so it's limited. I've also searched freelancing sites (I'm a creative writing major) and applied to every one I could find. I sell old books on Amazon occasionally but it's not enough (maybe currently 20 dollars a month). Does anyone have any ideas? Only serious ones please.
Other - Careers & Employment - 3 Answers
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Here are some you might want to try: McDonald Waitress Housekeeper Babysitter Caregiver Dishwasher I believe that the above jobs don't require certification therefore it's not that hard to get a job.
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Have you tried checking your college? There are many on campus jobs for students. Also the college bulletin boards will have job postings. You can always do "chores" such as cutting grass for people, walking dogs, babysitting etc.It won't get you to much money but it will get you some. Also check around for jobs like picking up trash or something that isn't always people first choice. If none of these ideas work for you, and you haven't already applied at retail places even as a holiday worker then i suggest you just keep submitting applications.
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Well I have a fantastic way of making money! Tomorrow night Tuesday 11/24/09 at 9:00pm eastern time there is going to be a live webinar explaining how you can make money. You really need to watch this webinar...you can then decide whether or not it is for you. The link is www.tinyurl.com/usaoverview112409 I am partnered with a company that markets services for major telecommunications companies such as AT&T, Verizion, Nextel, T-Mobil, Direct TV, Dish Network, Comcast, and many more. You do not need any experience in telecommunications as we will teach you how to make money and lots of it. This is NOT a get rich quick scheme... you will only profit from what you put into it. With that being said, if you take it seriously, you will make very good money. There are several key factors that you need to take into consideration when looking for an opportunity and there are some very lucrative business that are legitimate and extremely profitable. The things that you need to look for are the timing, the products, and the ability to make residual income (income that you get paid over and over again for when you only worked for it once) Our company has all 3 of these factors simply stated I've found a way to get paid every time someone pays their phone bill, their TV bill, internet bill, etc. This company is verifiable through the Better Business Bureau and has a grade of an A- on a scale from A+ - F. The opportunity that they offer is one of the best that I've heard of simply for the fact that the timing is perfect for telecommunications. We have been around since 2001 and we market services for telecommunications companies for cell phones, home telephone, satellite tv, internet, and home security, not only that but they have their own products that they sell themselves. This is a Multi Level Marketing company, not to be confused with a pyramid. There some companies similar to this one that are "pyramid schemes" These illegal companies just recruit people to join their groups and charge a fee to join, and there is never a product that is sold. They are just recruiting people to pay the same fee over and over again and they build chains with no product ever exchanging hands. These are the companies that are illegal and the ones that you need to stay away from. This company, 5 linx enterprises, inc has several of their own products, my favorite is the video phone and this actually allows you to see the person that you are talking to, face to face just as if you were talking to them in person. They are also coming out with a cell phone that will have the video feature that is WI-FI capable which means that if you go to an area that has WI-FI, you don't have to use up your minutes on your cell phone, you can just pick up the signal in the air waves for free and when the WI-Fi signal is lost, then you use your minutes. On the home video phone, there is no lag and the footage is live streaming feed and high quality and it is extremely affordable for anyone, for only 30.00 per month for unlimited local, long distance, international calling (75 countries) and all of the calling features that you can imagine. It is affordable to everyone because they use VOIP (voice over internet protocol AKA digital home phone service) This is going to be the way that we all communicate in the future. Did the government ask us when they changed TV to digital, no they just said you've better get a converter box if you still use analog, because on June 17th, 2009 you will no longer have analog TV service. In the US, we were forced to convert to digital television. The same thing will happen with the telephone. Just imagine if someone told you 15 years ago that everyone would have a cellphone on them at all times, you would have thought that they were crazy, carrying a back pack style bag on their shoulders paying 3-4 dollars per minute??? (that's how the first models of cell phones were back in the 80's) I sure would have loved to invest in some of that stock because even my 7 year old niece has a cell phone now! But the technology adapted and they became small enough to be carried in your pockets and they are more affordable now. This same thing is happening with this company because they are constantly coming out with bigger and better items in the telecommunications field and I, for one, will be on that gravy train because it's passing us by. Like I've mentioned before, you can check the Better Business Bureau at www.westflorida.bbb.org the name of the company is 5 linx based out of Rochester, NY USA but has multiple locations nation wide as well as globally, so it doesn't matter where you live to make money. So check out the webinar tomorrow night. If you can't make that webinar, then email me and I'll give you a link for another one, there are live webinar's monday - thursday with different links for each day Again, that link for tomorrow is www.tinyurl.com/usaoverview112409 and email me at jessbarker82@yahoo.com I'll be glad to answer



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Saturday, November 28, 2009

If I pay quarterly self employment taxes to the IRS, do I also need to pay them to my state


If I pay quarterly self employment taxes to the IRS, do I also need to pay them to my state?
I just started a freelance job and will therefore need to make self employment tax payments to the IRS. Will I also need to do this for my state? I live in California. Thanks
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If there is a state income tax in California, then I would say yes.
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Self-employment tax replaces Social Security and Medicare taxes for self-employed people. It is not charged by the state. California will charge income tax on your business profit.
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If California has a state income tax, it probably wouldn't be a bad idea for you to make estimated tax payments to the state as well.
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yes
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Yes.
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You need to make payments (four per year, but not quarterly; there are two in 2nd quarter and none in 4th quarter) to the IRS of both self-employment taxes and federal income taxes. You need to make payments (four per year, but not quarterly; there are two in 2nd quarter and none in 4th quarter) to the state of CA of state income tax, but not self-employment tax. So, the answer is technically no, you do not have to make "quarterly" payment of "self-employment tax" to CA. You do have to make four tax payments per year to CA, but the tax is not "self-employment tax" and the payments are not "quarterly".



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Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Is it okay for a newspaper editor to be a prick with a freelance writer

Is it okay for a newspaper editor to be a prick with a freelance writer?
I know someone whose article had been picked up by a newspaper then dropped at the last minute. She knew the editor and thought it would be easy to go ask him why her article hadn't been published. She told the editor she felt her career as a writer was going somewhere and felt disappointed her article wasn't published. She wasn't mean about it, though. But the editor told her "not to quit her day job." In my opinion, that was uncalled for.
Media & Journalism - 2 Answers
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There is no guarantee anyone's piece will be printed. That said, the reporter could have tried to sell it to another paper.
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I'd agree. Courtesy is underrated. Of course, so is language that isn't vulgar. You might want to take note of that


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Friday, November 20, 2009

Does any one know how I can get freelance writer jobs


Does any one know how I can get freelance writer jobs?

Marketing & Sales - 1 Answers
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Check out this website. I remember seeing a lot of freelance oppurtunitys on it. http://www.freewebs.com/remingtonrecruitmentstaffingservices/clericaladministrativejo.htm



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Monday, November 16, 2009

As a student / graphic designer, what is a fair rate for my first job

As a student / graphic designer, what is a fair rate for my first job?
I am an art student in his 3rd semester and received my first internship in my second. the place I work for is a non-profit organisation. I am working with a web designer who however, is being paid for his work. I will be as well, but I am unsure about what to ask for. internships, freelance, quality of work, non-profit
Drawing & Illustration - 1 Answers
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This website should give you a pretty good idea of what to expect salary-wise. You must also take into account that salary for a graphic designer has increased in the past several years due to a high demand for them.


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Thursday, November 12, 2009

How to get a steady job as a graphic designer


How to get a steady job as a graphic designer?
how would you get a steady job rather than just freelancing?
Other - Careers & Employment - 1 Answers
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why dont you just work for a print shop...They will hire if you ask for a drastic pay cut...I know that graphic designers get paid like $55-$70 per hour...But, if you work for someone....and ask for something like $13-$19, you should be fine....Just go for the busy print shops....



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Sunday, November 8, 2009

What's your opinion about Freelance jobs

What's your opinion about Freelance jobs?

Marketing & Sales - 2 Answers
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Be motivated, know what you want to achiev and get it! its hard, self discipline and time management is key.
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No bindings,endless time,goals set by you only and not by anyone else,not a bright career option,can be taken as a part time job,no abuses if you fail to achieve target,no day to day hassle,no fixed income. Its an option for the Princes only and not for common people


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Wednesday, November 4, 2009

How do employers really see full-time workers vs. their freelance or contract workers


How do employers really see full-time workers vs. their freelance or contract workers?
I freelance at an hourly rate at a small company (under 100 pple) doing Skill A. I'm overqualified but I took the job because I needed the money. I'm still job hunting, looking for a job where I can do Skill B, a more advanced skill I have experience in. My boss offered me full-time regular status. We negotiated $. The $ is less than I currently make. I asked for chances to do advanced Skill B, which is outside of the position. The boss said okay, which is good! The boss likes me; doesn't want to lose me. If I say yes, I'd feel trapped & like I'm cheating myself. I don't even want to do Skill A anymore. Lrger firms would offer the right $ for Skill B and better benefits. For FT status, I'd go for that. But right now, I have no other offers. If I say no, I'd keep my freedom, which I prefer, but wonder if my boss will look at me negatively, believe I'm not professional. Is my professional character at stake? What does being full-time regular really mean to an employer?
Careers & Employment - 1 Answers
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If you turn it down, then the employer knows that you'll be gone when you find what you're looking for - thus, they may build a contingency plan for when you leave. The boss is letting you do B because they know that you will leave otherwise. I've always treated my contractors and employees the same, however, the contract are more likely to get cut when budgets get tight. They make a higher $ wage than my employees, but my employees get retirement and other benefits my contractors don't get, so it balances out in the end



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Sunday, November 1, 2009

what are job duties of a fashion designer

what are job duties of a fashion designer?
hello! i have many questions about fashion designers. sorry... what exactly does a "typical" fashion designer do at work? what's a typical work day like? are the tasks pretty much same whether they work in-house or freelance? is it difficult to become a fashion designer even at a small company? is school education a requirement? also what kind of utensils do they use for drawings? do they usually use the computer nowadays? how "detailed" do the drawings have to be? when i saw some sample designs in certain DVD movie extras, they looked kind of rough. Is that all they need to see before start making the actual clothing?
Fashion & Accessories - 2 Answers
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design clothes
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Freelance and working in house are very different. If you work in house you are restricted to designing what the head business people want. Freelance means that you work for yourself, either in custom design, designing for a one time customer, (Like when I did the uniforms for a bistro) or for your own line. It's very difficult to make it as a fashion designer. There are far more designers than jobs, so it takes a lot of ambition to get ahead. You also can't be discouraged by small set backs. If you want to become an In house designer for a big name, then school is a must. For a freelancer, you can educate yourself, but it takes a long time. As a freelancer I sometimes need to do everything from drawing the first idea, to making the pattern to sewing. for drawing I use the usual suspects, pencil, paper, prismacolour pencils, gouache paints. I've tried computer drawing and drafting, but I personally don't like it. You still need to know how to do it the old fashioned way before you can get a computer to do it for you. I don't know any good computer fashion design computer program that works as well as pencil and paper. The details of the drawing are wholly dependent on each artist. The drawing of a design sketch is merely a small part of the design process. There's working out the garment construction, the pattern pieces, colour selection of fabrics, etc. The drawing itself might not be detailed, but be assured there are plenty of more highly detailed technical drawing somewhere. You need to know how the clothing is made first before anyone else will make it for you. That's a huge part of design school, almost all fashion designers know how to sew whatever they design



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Wednesday, October 28, 2009

how might one be able to get a job or internship working with major music video companies/directors

how might one be able to get a job or internship working with major music video companies/directors?
I'm a freelance fashion designer, practically unemployed, just moved to ny and I want to perhaps work as a stylist on video sets or as a production crew member. I feel like I've done a hell of alot of researching and asking questions to those I thought were the right individuals to ask and I'm receiving blank stares and responses. Any informations my fellow yahoo members can provide would be greatly appreciated.
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I put a search for: Internships in NewYork for music video companies, and this is what I found: www.job-search-engine.com/keyword/summer-music-video-internship www.creativejobscentral.com/music-internships/employment/New-York/2 newyork.kijiji.com/f-Jobs-Part-time-students-W0QQCatIdZ100166 www.sjcny.edu/media/3037_NYInternshipCompanies.pdf I hope one or some of them will give you info or a lead on where to go to find what you want, good luck.



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Saturday, October 24, 2009

Is it possible to apply for a credit card in japan if you don't have a job neither some credit(shakkin)

Is it possible to apply for a credit card in japan if you don't have a job neither some credit(shakkin)?
I just left my job out of political reason and now, I need a credit card to start a freelance job. I don't had experience owning one before and also I don't have some credits or anything I need to pay. i also have money at bank, like around 18,000 usd. do you think it is possible for me to own a credit card? I'm living in Tokyo and I'm not Japanese. Thanks in advance.
Japan - 3 Answers
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Usually, you can't have a credit card without a full-time job.
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In my experience, if you are not Japanese, probably not. I remember the case of an Australian woman married to a Japanese man. She had Japanese citizenship, spoke fluent Japanese and worked for a Japanese company. However, Aeon Corporation denied her a credit card..."she was not Japanese enough" was their statement and the Japanese supreme court upheld their reasoning. Therefore, since you are not Japanese and have no job, I would say your chances are slim and none.
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If you're not Japanese, you can't even work there " freelance ". You need a work visa for the job you had in the first place. I'd say you're not even in the country legally, so I guess the credit card isn't a good idea. And if you have $18,000, you don't need a credit card



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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Is $75/hour a reasonable rate for a freelance photographer to charge


Is $75/hour a reasonable rate for a freelance photographer to charge?
A friend of mine does photography as a side gig. He has about 8 years experience. I'm not sure what type of camera he uses but I've seen his work and he does a pretty decent job. He's charging me $75/hr for engagement photos. What do you think?
Photography - 8 Answers
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he's a friend for sure, $75 and hour is not reasonable it is a gift,...GAWD i wish i could find a photographer for seventy five an hour. but i don't need one i do my own shoots, and don't forsee getting married (my lovely and talented wife would have a fit, i think)
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It depends upon the day rate he has agreed upon with the clients and what usage rights are included in his rate. I charge $350 per day (three to four hours of shooting and three or four hours of post-shoot work. Usage is based upon a standard fee schedule I have and append as the cost of doing business goes up.
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Geez. I'm guessing you're from somewhere with a high cost of living. My brother in law is a photographer, one of the best in the district. He charges $40/hr + travel expenses + film
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Why don't you ask to be charged for the whole day. I think it's way cheaper if its over 4 hours of shooting.
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Your freind is giving you a great break.... Unless he's expecting to take dozens of hours... Most would charge hundreds per hour. Is he slamming you on prints??
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hes half my rate a
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You're getting a good deal. I would charge twice that and for the prints.
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Like the others, he might be cutting you a deal since you are friends. I charge $300 for 3 hours of shooting for events and such



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Friday, October 16, 2009

How much taxes will I have to pay if I am a freelance writer (1099 Misc)

How much taxes will I have to pay if I am a freelance writer (1099 Misc)?
I earn $400/month and live in Boston. I've read about making quarterly payments, etc. Also, what percentage (or what amount) will I have to pay at the end of the year? Does it affect my normal job and what I will have to pay for that? This is just some extra income.
United States - 3 Answers
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If this is *extra* income, plan on at least 30%. You can bump your W-4 at work to withhold extra tax and then skip the quarterly payments.
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You must claim this extra income as Business Income. You must also claim any expenses related to that income. Here is how it is calculated; Total business Income - Business Expenses = Net Business Income This business income will be added to your normal income from wages and other income, such as, interest, dividends, etc. If you have any adjustments, such as student loan interest, or half of the Self Employment Tax, etc., Adjustments will reduce your total income and produce the AGI (Total Income - Adjustments). Adjusted Gross Income. Here is an example; You are Single with no dependents Your wages $30,000 Your Business Income $4,800 ($400 X 12 months) No other income Your Total Income = $30,000 + 4,800 = $34,800 Your AGI = $34,800 - $339 (half of your SE Tax) = $34,461 (assuming you don't have any other adjustments) Your Taxable income = AGI - Standard Deduction - Personal Exemptions Your Taxable Income = $34,461 - $5,700 - $3,650 = $25,111 Your Tax = $3,349 Your Tax credit = $400 Total Tax after credit = $2,949 Self Employment Tax = $678 Your Total Tax Liability = $3,627 <<<---This is how much tax liability you would have if the assumptions above are correct. Let me know if you have any more questions, tax.eezi@gmail.com
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You can deduct expenses that were paid to generate your free lance income. If you aren't familiar with what kind of expenses are deductible, a helpful guide for small self employed persons is "Tax Guide 2008" published by Walters Kluwer. It's available at most large book stores or at www.toolkit.com After you know what your net self employed income is, you will owe 15.3% for federal self-employment taxes. Half of that will then be allowed as a deduction that will reduce your total taxable income. On the net income from free lancing, you will owe federal and Mass. taxes based on your highest tax bracket. That might be 10% or 25% or as much as 35% for "Big" brother and another 5% or 10% for "Little" brother (Mass.). Without knowing the amount of your federal taxable income and filing status, no one can give you an accurate number on how much extra taxes you will owe on supplemental income. If you are single and making less than $32,550, your federal tax bracket on additional income would be 25%. This would be in addition to about 13.4% for federal self-employment taxes (after adjusting for the income tax deduction), plus your Mass. tax. Odd's are you would need to set aside close to 45% for taxes if you didn't want to come up short on your tax return. But if you are



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Monday, October 12, 2009

What are the pay rates for a freelance web designer


What are the pay rates for a freelance web designer?
I will be starting a freelancing business as a web designer, and I don't know how much to charge for creating an entire website. A friend wants me to create a website for them from scratch. What is the typical price to charge someone to create a website that is about 4-5 pages? Where can I find a pay rates chart for specific web designing tasks such as adding a page to a website or creating templates if a client wants me to do small jobs like that?
United Kingdom - 2 Answers
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As a freelancer web designer, you can make a start at http://ilyesoft.99k.org/scriptlance.com.html , There are a lot of design projects, and you can bid there and know how much to charge when you see how much other bidders charge, that's how I start php programming freelance :) But I think that 1 page design can cost between $10 and $50 , 4pages between $40 and $200 + , but this always depend on the website: how many graphics, buttons, navigation bar ... So you can just start freelance at http://ilyesoft.99k.org/scriptlance.com.html and http://www.getafreelancer.com/affiliates/IlyeSoft/ to learn more about freelancing and make extra cash :)
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You can try to estimate typical rates for graphic design services using one of well known freelance sites or using some special sites collected freelance bids from another sites. For example you can look at it here http://www.getafreelancejob.org/tag/website-design.html



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Thursday, October 8, 2009

How much do I charge for Graphic Design Freelancing

How much do I charge for Graphic Design Freelancing?
I just got my first real freelancing job. I have to do some magazine advertisments and mail fliers and inserts? Could anyone tell me how much they charge? A ballpark figure?
Other - Visual Arts - 3 Answers
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Get on the phone and ask a rival for a 'Ball park' quote for a job, then advertise to do the job for less!
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Do it for free!! community service.
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do it based on the time that you spend, tell them you want some money up front and then count your time and tell them when you are finished. because sometimes people dont end up using the stuff that you make or they dont like it or they just ask someone else to do it so its better to get some money up front (at least $200) then $15.00 an hour or more after that



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Sunday, October 4, 2009

freelance illustrator


freelance illustrator?
where is the website where ican find freelance illustrator job( in australia)?
Drawing & Illustration - 4 Answers
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just open up your own :P
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you should check out http://www.elance.com/ my friend forwarded me the site a few days ago.
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What kind of freelance?
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ummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm


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Thursday, October 1, 2009

should i go to college/university to become a freelance journalist

should i go to college/university to become a freelance journalist?
i was just thinking about this because, really, you are not applying for a job when you become a freelance journalist, you just write when you feel like it and send it in for $$.. so really, it doesnt go on a application folder or a resume, so do you need to go to college to be successful? yes i do post on thecitizensjournal quite frequently (even though they never seem to show up on the site, must be under maitenence or something)
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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If you "just write when you feel like it," you aren't likely to become a successful writer. They really have to work at getting paid for their writing -- submitting numerous writing proposals, developing relationships with editors, and developing an area of expertise that makes them a go-to writer for certain topics. You can certainly try it without a degree and see how far you get.
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As far as writing when you feel like it and just sending it in to get paid... first, you will feel like it all the time, when you need money to eat. Second, it is not as easy as just sending a story in. You should go to college to be a journalist. You should also utilize sites like http://www.thecitizensjournal.com/ to practice, built a portfolio if you will and get your name out there



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Monday, September 28, 2009

How hard is it to get a graphic design job in Denver/CO

How hard is it to get a graphic design job in Denver/CO?
I'm seriously considering going into graphic design (either print or web) I know the industry on a whole is very competitive and is flooding with new graduates every day. But what about the greater Denver area and colorado? How can i find out how many graphic artist are employed, and how many are not and just doing freelance work? How many people am I going to have to compete with? Any resources would be great!
Drawing & Illustration - 1 Answers
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You can find out about the creative jobs in your area or any other area at http://www.retirement2u.com/creativejobscentral.htm In addition, why not try a design contest like this http://www.contestcreative.com/news.php?extend.37 and see if you really are up to the challenge in this field. If you can win something, then you are the cream of the crop so you do not need to worry about competition much. Good luck.


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Thursday, September 24, 2009

Freelance Writing Websites

Freelance Writing Websites?
I'm looking to get into freelance writing. I am looking for websites and resources to find freelance writing jobs, such as magazines, anthologies, etc. I am looking for mainly fiction freelance writing resources.
Books & Authors - 2 Answers
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I don't know about websites (the ones I checked were scams), but Writer's Market is a good source for many different types of publishers.
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There are some freelancing sites on http://workfromhome-at.com/freelance.html



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Sunday, September 20, 2009

Graphic Designers!! Please critique my online portfolio ~ and suggestions on graphic design job hunting


Graphic Designers!! Please critique my online portfolio ~ and suggestions on graphic design job hunting?
http://www.kotographics.com I also just need to make sure everything works right. This is a site I created to show my work and also do graphic design work for small business as a side freelance job. Please feel free to browse through it and I would also appreciate constructive criticisms on my work. I just graduated with my graphic design degree, and need to find a job in the field. I have been searching, but it is very tough. Does anybody have suggestions on finding a job. Any graphic designers want to share their story? Thanks so much in advance! I do the website with my fiancé, we are both in the about us section, and each piece is identified when who designed it.
Other - Visual Arts - 2 Answers
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I only looked quickly, but... the second web page is cut off and very small. Hard to see what's going on there. I like the Nine West ad, but the 50% off was tracked/kerned badly and looks off. Why are you "kimberly" here and have a self portrait on your portfolio of a guy? ETA - When looking for a job, check and see if there are any openings for Production Artists. You learn TONS and develop mad skills. Basically, your job is to fix and clean up the work of the designers and make it ready for final (web, print, whatever). You can freelance on the side and keep looking while you get experience in the field.
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Kimberly, First of all If you knew me you would know that i am always incredibly honest and will always tell it like it it. I come from a creative background - an art/photography degree and i have been a director of advertising and creative for a fortune 400 company, so i do have some experience in your field. I think the website looks good... i will make some small comments that could make it a bit better.. The lead in page is nicely designed - i do love a monochromatic pallet but have to say it really comes off as very bland and institutional. I would somehow add a hint of color to it.. Perhaps even those filigree swirls in the upper and lower corners.. also i think if the word Koto was in a color it would be catch your eye and literally burn the name KOTO into your memory. ( thats a GOOD thing) I would go thru the site and not list each of your names on the work - you are now ONE company and are looking for freelance work. by listing what the artists name is on each piece it does not appear unified and as professional as it could be. no need to list each of your names... either of you could have done any of the work.. sell it as a unified company. It would also make it difficult if you were hired as KOTO to do a job and they said they wanted you and NOT your fiance.. it will make you more unified. After you select an individual piece in the portfolio I would place a "back to portfolio" button there on the page - yes i know i can hit back and i know i can go to the left margin and hit portfolio again.. but a simple button would make it more direct. also on certain pages ( tapatio cliffs for example - if there could be a button that enlarges the brochure that would be great - also I HAVE been to the Tapatio Cliffs resort... i was in also in charge of convention site selection and have visted most of the hotels in the phoenix area - my ultimate favorite - at least in design - the biltmore. ;- In regards to the projects - I wouldn't define that they were jobs or school projects i would just list what they are - your not lying if you dont say more.. you have plenty of time during an oral presentation to explain that these were virtual assignments or projects for certain classes. Let people looking at the site think you did the work your not lying at all... In regards to "about us"... the pic of you guys is great.. but from a business point of view I would use a face pic of each of you individually with a small bio next to each name.. just overall sharper and more professional.. Hey listen - no offense at any of my comment the site is nice enough as it is.. In my career i have hired designers and small agencies/freelancers all the time and would look at their websites to size them up - I am just telling you the things i would look at if i were approaching your site with a business eye.... in regards to work... im sure as most industries have seen its probably a tough market.. BUT that could work for you as freelancers. I would do up a nice three page brochure with business cards and try doing some research as to who are the decision makers are at some BIG companies or corporations around you. they are always looking to save money and hiring a talented cost effective freelance group instead of a high priced agency - at least for smaller projects is a PLUS for them. IN your brochure state that you are cost effective and can deliver results with quick turnaround. Best of luck....



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Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Freelance (or other) Writers: How did you get started

Freelance (or other) Writers: How did you get started?
What was the first writing job you had and how did you go about getting that job? I want to start, but I have nothing published as of yet, and I have no idea in which direction I should be heading first. I really would like to write novels, but I have to pay the bills and have no delusions of writing a bestseller which brings in millions. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you in advance.
Other - Arts & Humanities - 1 Answers
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Hey, You can look for writing jobs at http://www.freelance-projects.info/category/copywriting/ http://www.freelance-projects.info/category/translation/ http://www.freelance-projects.info/category/writing/ Best of Luck



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Saturday, September 12, 2009

Good jobs for freelance writers


Good jobs for freelance writers?
? specializing in humor and biographies No worthwhile credentials yet but have samples available to show...and I am a one-finger typist. Being that I love to write; I have become a fast one-finger typist, but still not at a rate that would impress employers.
Technology - 2 Answers
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Freelancers do not have "jobs." They are self-employed. You have to find clients in your area of specialization, or magazine articles, or whatever your specialization is. You need samples of your work for publication, and/or client references, work samples, recommendations, etc. What's your area of specialization, and what are your credentials for that?
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goto sites like odesk.com or rentacoder.com. There are hundreds of projects for "writers" just bid for something that you think you might be able to do. You can also visit http://www.spotthings.com and look for freelance work for writers.
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There are plenty of legit freelancing sites where you can sign up for free, create a profile, and bid for jobs across the globe. In your case, you can try to use any voice recognition or dictation software that can help you type easily. Also, you can put up your own portfolio website and put links to your work samples there, be a guest blogger, or use social media networks to help you land a freelance writing gig. The more exposure you get on a specialized writing skill, the better. Good Luck



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Tuesday, September 8, 2009

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I wish to get a job writing for a website, but have never been published. How can I break in?
I have a B.A. in English from a top school and a few years of experience working as an office assistant and transcriber. I want to write freelance for an online web site, but I have yet to be published anywhere. How can I break in? Some honest advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
Other - Careers & Employment - 2 Answers
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Write your freelance articles and publish them @ http://www.ezinearticles.com ezinearticles is BIG, check this out http://www.quantcast.com/ezinearticles.com You can setup an account for free and publish your own articles. After you have some quality articles published on this site as examples for future employers I'm sure it would be much easier to get a job doing what you want. You may even find a way to make a little spare money with the articles you write =D
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You can get a website, or a blog of your own. And begin building a portfolio. At the same time, you can get exposure and after a while ( week, month, year. All depends on your skill and luck) you could have a few offers, or idealisticly... have some groups bidding over you. Technically speaking you could do this all free, but everything free comes with a catch. Advertisements, limitations in size, length and frequency of posts. I enjoy building websites as a hobby, and would be willing to work in conjunction with you to provide you with blogs, forums and the such. Just check here http://ihost.roleplayrevival.com



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Friday, September 4, 2009

Where can I find a job in photo journalism


Where can I find a job in photo journalism?
I would especially like freelance.
Photography - 5 Answers
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Local newspaper would probably be your best bet. depends where you live if its a big city there could be plenty of places.
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Scorch is right. You can also check with AP and see if they will use you as a stringer
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You could relocate someplace interesting, like Iraq...
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check online at careerbuilder.com If you try to use the salary calculater to calculate the income of a photographer, you will find job result next to it. And you can enter the city you live, which will show job offers from company in that city. careerbuilder is alson featured on msn. com good luck
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You won't find a photojournalist job posted on Career Builder, Monster.com, or any of those generalized job listings. JournalismJobs.com does have jobs posted on a regular basis. You could try the National Press Photographers Association (NPPA), JournalismNext.com, Journalism.org...check out the link below. But you'll probably need at least one (most likely unpaid) internship under your belt before you're hireable. You're going to need a clip book of published images to bring with you along with a journalistic resume to interviews. Keep in mind that a lot of qualified people are going after a few choice jobs, so the competition (especially for us newbies) is fierce. Networking helps A LOT. Persistence is essential. Good luck



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