Friday, December 28, 2012

I did freelance work for a year and "ex" wants her cut for child support

I did freelance work for a year and "ex" wants her cut for child support?
Back in 2008, I lost my job and so started doing freelance (Graphic Designs) and created my own website for advertising. This was my main source of income as I was looking for a job. The ex-wife found out about it and wanted to claim her part as she was pounding in court that I have my own business which is not. Thought I'm making money, it was just barely enough to pay for rent and utilities. Can she be right about it?
Marriage & Divorce - 11 Answers
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say thank you to her lawyer --- thats TOTALLY somethign a lawyer would push her to do. Were you paying her child support? If not, and you should have been, yeah...you have a problem there.
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She can absolutely have the courts award a portion of those proceeds towards child support... If you two had been together and you lost your job then the family would have had to accommodate for the change in income, if you free lanced in order to help relieve some pressure that would have accommodated the family unit as well, and therefore the same principles hold when the parents are no longer together... Just because you were out of a job doesn't mean the child didn't still need to eat, didn't need a warm place to sleep, didn't need clothes on their back... Man up, and be willing to accept that you screwed your child over and need to help take care of that child however you can... Now if the arguement was that you were making $100k then went to $40k and she wants the same as she would have gotten at $100k that is wrong... Do people not know how to look at these situations logically and realize that in the center of everything that there is a CHILD that needs to be taken care of... Not an this ex against that ex but an INNOCENT CHILD!!!
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That's exactly the sort of income that you must pay part of for child support. Come on, you knew that. If it isn't a business, what exactly is it? You have to claim it on taxes, dude.
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It's not like the kid(s) stop having needs, when you lose your job.
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Have you been paying the child support the court ordered you to pay the entire time? If you have, then it is her job to petition an order of modification of the original child support order, she cant just get her "cut" of it. Second, if you were ordered to pay child support and you just stopped paying it when you lost your job and did not petition for a modification then you will still owe all the back support plus 3-5% interest, and depending on how far behind you are you could be held in contempt of court and be put in jail. Ok, now if you did petition a modification and it was granted, as long as you are making those payments and if what you are doing is not guaranteed income, the court cannot make you pay more child support on what you "might" make. The court can only figure child support on guaranteed income.
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If you earned money, you owed some of it to your kids. Sorry buddy.
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If you only earned a dollar, you still owe your kid 17 cents.
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Sorry man, but that's legal income. That counts, and it can be factored into a child support calculation. It's your DUTY to pay what your KIDS (not the ex) are entitled to. I hope you stop looking at child support as a "me vs. the ex" situation; you're kids are the only real losers when that happens.
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Income is income. If you were making 5 bucks, 1.50 of it should have gone to you child. Not to her, but your child. It's expensive raising a child - especially alone. Not sure how much she makes but she did not make that child by herself. You have a moral and legal responsibility to care for your child. She's right, you are wrong. Sorry times are tough, but the child(ren) have to eat. Having said that, if she's working a good job and money is not as tight for her as it is for you, then she should be willing to let you get on your feet a bit - I would do that. But that's a choice, she's not obligated to see it that way. And if the split was not amicable, this is definitely her way of sticking it to you. Regardless, it's about your kid(s) not her. Do the right thing, pay support.
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If it was income then you should have been paying support, now she is entitled to back support
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Monday, December 24, 2012

I do freelance makeup, I did a job 8 weeks ago and still have not been paid? what do I do

I do freelance makeup, I did a job 8 weeks ago and still have not been paid? what do I do?
I have emailed with the lady that was in charge of me several times. At first they said 2 weeks then 30 days now I am hearing up to 45 days. It has been almost 8 weeks. I just sent an email to the payroll specialist. When I last spoke to someone it was Dec 22 and she said that she would get back with me and I have heard nothing else. I am not sure if I need to take legal action . This job was just a verbal agreement so I am afraid that I have been screwed,the bad thing is this is an Ivy League College that I did this makeup job for?
Other - Careers & Employment - 3 Answers
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Call them on the phone. Be very professional. I personally would call every day until they paid the bill. Squeaky wheel and all that.
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Since the agreement was verbal, you may not have any legal recourse unless you have some written correspondence with her signature or (in some states) an email from her business email address that confirms that you did the work for her and the agreed upon fee. In general, as a freelancer, you should never, ever do any work for anyone who is supposed to be paying you without a legal and binding contract for your services. The contract doesn't have to be complicated and this guide will help you put one together: http://advertising.about.com/od/contracts/ss/createcontract.htm. It's likely that the payroll specialist is not the one who would be dealing with your payment since payroll is for employees of the College and not contractors and outside vendors. Pick up a phone (not email) and call their Accounts Payable department. Identify yourself and see if they can track a requisition for a payment for you. They will be able to tell you if any paperwork was submitted and if it was, what the status of the payment is. If a payment request has not been submitted by this person you were dealing with, you might try invoicing Accounts Payable directly. Create an invoice with your name address, phone number, social security or tax ID number on it and description of services rendered and the agreed upon amount. Fax or mail it to Accounts Payable (if you mail it get signature confirmation or send it registered so you have proof that it arrived). What will likely then happen is Accounts Payable will forward a copy of the invoice to the person who hired you for approval of payment. It could give her the incentive to get the ball rolling on the payment. If this doesn't work, you could try small claims court, but since it appears there is no documentation of your being hired, it doesn't look like you'll get anywhere with that.
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Do you own a licensed business, or work for one? You have now learned your lesson about written contracts, deposits, and suing for money due. Depending on the state where you got your cosmetology training and licensing, perhaps the state licensing board can help you. It surprises me that an Ivy League College would hire someone without the terms being spelled out in a contract

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Thursday, December 20, 2012

What kind of writing sample should I submit for online marketing job

What kind of writing sample should I submit for online marketing job?
I'm applying for a freelance copywriting position with an online marketing company. What kind of writing sample should I send to something like this? I have a BA and MA in English. I have tons of academic research papers but is that what they want? I've also written press releases, memos and reports for my current job. I just don't know what would be appropriate to submit. Please help.
Other - Advertising & Marketing - 3 Answers
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It's good to send a wide variety of writing samples. The idea is to show them that you can write regardless of the type, industry or medium. A good portfolio would have magazine/newspaper articles, ads, press releases, an annual report and even an RFP if you have done one.
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Try <---http://earn-cash-today.com/online-job Good luck!
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It sounds like the press releases will be your most appropriate choice for this

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Sunday, December 16, 2012

How can I get away from my retail job to do video freelance work (that I love) in this economy

How can I get away from my retail job to do video freelance work (that I love) in this economy?
I am in a very painful predicament. I work at a big box retail store in the digital camera department. I chose that job because my main interests and knowledge are in filmmaking. I have been working there for a little under a year, and feel I have learned nothing, built no rapport with my management team, and all I've gotten from customers are snippy remarks about bad business, complaining discount beggars, and how I am trying to "put them in the poorhouse." Needless to say, I'm totally burned out. I have a lot of skills in the video production world, and I have started a video production company, Atlantis Legend Entertainment. I have tried time and time again to prepare my workplace for schedule changes so I can plan ahead. Time and time again, they say, okay, but when the time comes, they deny me the change, saying they would have to let me go due to "not working weekends." That's total bull I and I know it, we have plenty of people who can't do weekends. I can't just quit or get fired, I need a backup so that I'm constantly making money, but no one else is hiring for anything. My sister-in-law just got word that 2,000 people applied for the same job she did. A Red Lobster just opened across town, within seconds of the "now hiring" sign going up, people lined up until they filled the parking lot. Jobs. Are. Really. Scarce. Here's the other thing. I am having very little luck with my video business - I have lost my first major project because of, what I would call it, ageism. I am only 20 years old, and look even younger. My client took one look at me in the consultation meeting, and stated he didn't want a "kid" running his production. I don't get it, I have worked with several respectful videographers, one was even the president of the Utah Videographer's Association. All of them and their clients are respectful, and tell us they'd want to work with us again, yet when I go do it myself, I get shot down. I cannot get any other projects - I'm persistent, respectful, and "ask for the sale," but get the same response, it's the "Oh, that's nice, good luck," response. I am just completely frustrated with my circumstances, and can't seem to catch a break. Here's my website, www.atlantislegendent.com, please tell me if I just fail altogether. I can't seem to get any further, I can't be my best because of the workplace, and I don't know what to do. Thanks everyone, and have a good day. -Alex
Small Business - 4 Answers
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Try growing a beard. Beards make you look older and more creative. If you're only and you've been working full time since you were 19 I would assume you haven't been to art school. You will probably get more respect if you've been to art school. Is a scholarship or student loan an option? Get a loan, move out of town, get a part time job and go to school. It'll give you some time to look older.
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I started off in your position, and I was very frustrated that I couldn't break in based on my skills alone. Unfortunately a lot having a production studio is based on who you know, and the image you project. My best advice is to be patient. It takes a long time to establish yourself in this business, and you're right, you have to be flexible. In this economy I don't blame you for wanting to keep your day job for now. In the meantime, do all the video work you can get your hands on: but I'd work on managing expectations. If you model yourself as an established business, people will expect letterheads, business suits, staffs, and sorry to say it: someone above 30. A lot of people have a hard time taking young adults seriously. But if you learn a lot of skills, and attach yourself to an established freelancer or company, you'll be able to build the network you need to get the contracts you'd like. Before you try to take on the big production houses, I'd recommend you join one. There's a lot to learn from these guys that you can take out into the world after you've put in some time there. Also having a staff job on your resume will really help out your credibility immensely. And my final word of advice would be to learn some of the industry standard software. Final Cut, Avid, etc.
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I have a dating website for asians, I need video models to advertise my business. Basically I just need attractive asian men and women to look sexy on camera, but with their clothes on. So for the past 2 months Ive been trying to get people in Asia to film some women for me. In alot of those countries, it would only cost the videographer like $15 to get a guy or lady to come out of the bar and make a 2 to 5 minute video for me, and I said I was willing to pay $50 for each video (I said they could film it with a webcam, camcorder, whatever), nobody wants to do it, so I have to go over there myself now. I had about 15 people contact me and said they were interested, but when it came time for them to get out there and film, they never came back with anything. Ive filmed a few people last time I was over there, so I know how incredibly easy the job is (many women there work in prostitution, they sleep with men for less than $10, if someone would just get out there and start filming them, they are helping to end prostitution, plus its cheap since $15 is more money they would normally make so they would be happy to make videos, especially since they dont have to take their clothes off and its only for 2 to 5 minutes), so they are crazy for not wanting to do it. Im afraid of flights after the last one, so I vowed never to get on a plane again, its like a boycott for me. So I have to take a cruise over there and pay 3 grand more just to get there. I spent alot of money developing my site, so I cant just forget about it, advertising everyday is costing me lots of money. There are tons of people like me, who own websites and need videos shot for our websites, and as we get the videos, that brings us more customers, so then we need more and more videos. Im not saying you go over there, Im just saying film things, then sell them to people in that industry. Film the grand canyon, then search for websites that deal with the grand canyon, and sell them the footage for their sites, but dont make it exclusive, so you can sell the same clip over and over again to more than 1 site. This is lucrative to you because if you are working for 4 or 5 websites, thats 4 or 5 people paying you that will just keep increasing. Start advertising your services on getafreelancer or elance, set up a website, and use google adwords to attract customers. You can target people who see your ads, for instance, if you only want people in California to see your ads. For my asian dating site, I target only people in malaysia, indonesia and thailand. So I dont have to pay for americans clicking on my ads since they dont convert well into customers and the asians do, since my site is asian. You can also start videotaping things and making videos, then put logos on the videos to send people to your site. Then put google adsense ads on your site and get paid when people click on them, I make about $1200 a month doing this and I make very basic videos with my camcorder, sometimes just slideshows with pictures.You can also sell videos on sites like istockphoto.com. I bought some video clips off of there for my site. You make stock videos, and then upload them on there, and get paid each time someone downloads your video clip. So you can sell it over and over again. If you put the same clip on tons of sites like that, it should pay off, well once you load hundreds of thousands of clips you should be doing good. Then from there maybe build your own site or pay someone to build it to promote just your clips. You can see how many people download which clips, so you can get an idea on what will sell on there and what wont. I bought some pics for my asian dating site, and I bought some videos of beaches for a make money online site of mine. Just a 30 second looped video cost me about $25 on there, so the website probably made $12 and the photographer made $12, so if they sold to tons of people they probably made alot of money. Im just assuming they get half on there, I dont know the exact ratio the company pays the photographers, but like I said, theres alot of sites like that. (Adsense is not the same as adwords, adwords is when you pay google to show your ads to bring people to your site, adsense is when people pay you to show their ads on your site, they are both Google programs.)
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Alex, Make a list of all the types of businesses that could benefit from using your services. Once the list has been made, contact those companies directly. I would suggest you walk-in and introduce yourself and have a portfolio ready to show them of the quality work you can do. It's important that you DO NOT SELL YOUR COMPANY - but rather SELL THE BENEFITS the customer will receive/obtain from utilizing your video services. Things like 'annual income', 'return on investment', "sales conversion" etc., etc, are all important to every business, so if you can address those issues and show them how they can achieve these things, your age won't be an issue. Personally speaking, a person's 'age' means nothing, as long as they prove to me that they know what they're doing, can prove to me that my business will grow from using their product/service, then I'm all for it! As an additional suggestion, head over to www.warriorforum.com/index.php Create a free account and post this very question in the main thread called "Main Internet Marketing Discussion Forum" I know for a fact that many internet marketers are always hungry for anything they can use in order to help increase their own business. So, your very services can definitely be an added value for those in the Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale areas...and beyond. Hope this helps

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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Best ways to get into freelance photography

Best ways to get into freelance photography?
I am a young aspiring photographer! I currently am a traveling portrait photographer and I love my job but it's not exactly What I want with my career. Let me get down to it. I am interested in what the process is on getting into full tome freelance work as well as equipment needed as well as strategies to being successful! Anyway I hope someone out there can help me out! Thanks!
Photography - 5 Answers
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There are as many ways as there are freelancers. No two people do it exactly the same. 1/ it depends on what you want to shoot 2/ it depends on your personality 3/ it depends on the market you're in 4/ etc.
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You'll need to write a business plan, as you are talking more about going into business, than taking pictures. Who do you want to sell to? Stock, magazines, newspapers, companies, people, etc. Equipment? Same as above, weddings are different than sports. Evaluate your strengths, and see what fields you want to pursue. Read about some photographers in that specific field, and see what they did. A freelance newspaper photographer has a path that is very different than a freelance product photographer. Writing a detailed and comprehensive business plan is the single most important aspect to success in any business.
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goto people that hire freelancers and show them your portfolio and ask for work
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Freelance photography is of best field where we can enjoy ourself and also earn money. One of my friend dedicate himself to this line and earned a lot. But make sure you place yourself in a best place to earn good experience and money. greatlance.com is one of the best place to get lots of clients in this area.
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You have the passion and that's great, for a start. Now, it's time for you to make a living out of your passions. For this, you will need: 1. To define what type of photography you want to engage in -- people, places, objects, events? 2. Latest tools of the trade ( camera, lens, filters, pc, image editing software ) 3. A Theme for your collection ( realism, surrealism, etc ) 4. A Portfolio of your work ( this can be a website or a blog site where you share your copyrighted works to potential clients out there ) 5. An Online Presence -- through your website or social networking. People need to know you are offering your services. For more detailed tips, please see the source below. Thanks

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Saturday, December 8, 2012

How can I get a job in photography

How can I get a job in photography?
I have not had any schooling in photography except for a course in highschool which I loved! I really don't want to get involved with alot of schooling since I already have a fulltime job. I just really enjoy taking pictures and would like to know where I could do some freelance work. I wouldn't mind taking a course for like a couple of months maybe. I just want it to be a job on the side where I take pictures on my own time for a company, maybe a catalog ect? Any ideas that would help? Thank you so much!
Other - Careers & Employment - 2 Answers
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Had you ever considered your local CVS or drugstore, that develops pictures. If you work as a cashier or clerk in the photo area, you can inquire about becoming trained in that area on the job. I have a girlfriend whose daughter got in that way. Also, don't underestimate Walmart photo studio, Sears, JC Penney, The Picture People. The trick is to get your foot in the door, then make friends and express your interest. Good luck!
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Go here, > http://moneytreetips.blogspot.com > http://affiliatestag.blogspot.com > http://paidforwritedown.blogspot.com > http://professionallab.blogspot.com

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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

How can I find flash project job

How can I find flash project job?
I am a freelance flash project and looking for flash project job that I can work from home.
Programming & Design - 1 Answers

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http://www.getafreelancer.com/ You could also make a game and then sell it to a games site

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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Any legit freelance sports writing jobs out there

Any legit freelance sports writing jobs out there?
I am a huge sports fan, and I love to write! Just wondering about sports writing jobs out there online. Thanks everyone
Technology - 2 Answers
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I also write online. My recommendation would be for you to check out Suite101.com. You have the freedom to submit articles in any category you like, including Sports. It really has a supportive community and real editors who will constantly supervise your work. You'd be expected to deliver at least 10 articles in every 3 months, but that won't be an issue, since you're into writing. You can take a look around and get a feel of it before you decide. But I can say this is a great opportunity and will look great in your resume. Plus, you'll earn revenue from the number of clicks on the Google ads that'll pop on your article pages.
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Yes, but the competition is tough. Write your best article and send it off to all the major publications. You have to sign a form that says that you understand their corporate policies. You agree not to "borrow" other writers' work. You understand that you are "freelance" so you don't get any benefits like a true employee. Also apply at ESPN as a writer. Everyone wants to be in front of the camera. You can apply to be in the background

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Wednesday, November 28, 2012

How do I better my chances as a freelance graphic designer

How do I better my chances as a freelance graphic designer?
So I have a BFA in advertising/graphic design, but I can't find a job JOB doing that, so I was hoping for some tips for freelancing while I work my part-time, regular job. I have hit craigslist with no luck, and similar sites seem to charge to post, and I don't exactly have money growing out my nose! Lol.....any advice would be appreciated!
Drawing & Illustration - 1 Answers
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try networking young professional events in your area, word of mouth through friends & co-workers, volunteer for some small jobs that could lead to other large ones, try ifreelance.com

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Saturday, November 24, 2012

How can I get a job as a freelance Photographer at a magazine

How can I get a job as a freelance Photographer at a magazine?
Over the years I have idolized such magazines as NO.ISE, Nylon and other alternative fashion & art magazines. I have been a photographer for close to 7 years, and I know my work is good enough to make it's debut to the public eye. Any help would be appreciate - I must admit, I feel rather stupid sending short emails off to info@magazine.com asking if I can work for them... Seems a bit unprofessional, but I simply don't know how to obtain the jobs I want!
Photography - 2 Answers
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Approach the Magazine. If you have to, look at approaching a combination of smaller and larger Magazine's. Email more than a brief hey how you doing i want to work for you. You have to sell yourself and make sure you send a portfolio with the email of your best works and references if you have any. The more credibility you have the better your chances. So if you've done work for other people ask them if you can include them on your resume. Your work itself wont be enough but who you've worked for will definitely help. If you know you have the stuff then power to you really work at getting yourself out there. Get a website while your at it. If they can find you online then that shows you have form. And most professional photographers have an online portfolio. Good Luck!!
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You say that you have 7 years experience in photography, but might I ask, doing what? Have you picked up any fashion gigs? Photographed anything professionally? Have you had any schooling or other training? Do you have a damn good portfolio? The reason I ask all of these questions is because it seems you don't know how hard the photography business is to break into. It's hard enough to get a job at a local newspaper or a wedding, let alone for a widely distributed magazine company. You might want to take a step back and ask yourself if this is the path for you

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Tuesday, November 20, 2012

What are some legitimate companies that need freelance proofreaders

What are some legitimate companies that need freelance proofreaders?
I really need to work at home because of the rural area in which I live. I would like to do some freelance proofreading or work for a company doing customer service from my home office. Where do I go to apply for such a job? Also, if anyone is interested in hiring me, I would be happy to email you my resume. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Careers & Employment - 1 Answers
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Friday, November 16, 2012

I do freelance graphic designing / editing, and airbrush. Where can I apply for a job

I do freelance graphic designing / editing, and airbrush. Where can I apply for a job?

Other - Visual Arts - 3 Answers
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www.correctdirect.com
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at the mall at a shirt or hat airbrushing stand
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Try illustratorworld. There are many job postings there for illustrators like you sir

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Monday, November 12, 2012

Is there any paid freelance type of writing jobs online

Is there any paid freelance type of writing jobs online?
Im sort of looking along the lines of doing it on my blog or something like that. Articles on fashion maybe? Things for women/ lifestyle etc. Paid work, (UK btw) I tried to search for some websites but didn't really come up with much. Thanks!
Other - Careers & Employment - 3 Answers
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I don't mean to be critical, but if you want to write, you should know that the title of your post should start with "are." Subject-verb agreement is something to pay attention to. I'm not sure if these sites work with UK writers (I'm in the USA) but you may want to look into them. Factoidz.com allows you to write what you want, publish it to the site and retain your rights after 30 days. Factoidz pays per view, so you could write about Fashion or anything else that interests you and drive traffic to the article via your blog, Facebook, Twitter and social bookmarking sites. To bypass the application and writing sample, use the following link: http://factoidz.com/earn-revenue-now/9M19768 Demandstuidos.com provides writers with topics and typically pays either $7.50 or $15.00 per article. Wisegeek.com also provides writers with topics and pays between $10 and $15 per article. Although I have not written for Suite101.com I have heard good things about the site. You may also want to look into constantcontent.com, associatedcontent.com and triond.com. These sites let you publish articles you want to write about and promote them yourself, like Factoidz. Good Luck!
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Hi here is a link to an article for freelance jobs: http://animationguides.com/start-doing-freelance-graphic-design-jobs it is aimed to graphic designers, but you as a writer can also submit to the web agencies mentioned there, there are many works published for writers as well. Good luck :)
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You can go to the Digital Point Forum and become an member. Several freelancers use the forum to solicit work and a lot of them are from the UK. You can find more about this at www.freelance.onlinemarketinganswers.com. If you produce quality work, you would be able to get more work than you could handle

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Thursday, November 8, 2012

How can I get that dream job

How can I get that dream job?
I'm a hardworking film student grad, since I've graduated I have been struggling to find that right job, I've done internships, and freelance but nothing solid. I just want to be a master control engineer, I've tried craigslist, mandy, walking in with my resume. Everything. What else can I do?
Other - Careers & Employment - 2 Answers
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With all your experience, how much networking did you do? Usually getting the right jobs is knowing the right people. Perhaps I would ask your previous internships for help finding one, thats if you had solid relationships with management. Otherwise start fresh, and remember to network!
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The networking tip is great. Try linkedin.com it really does help you get in touch with everyone and lots of people are finding this to be a very useful tool.

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Sunday, November 4, 2012

Flexible jobs for a freelance makeup artist to do on the side

Flexible jobs for a freelance makeup artist to do on the side?
I am looking to build my portfolio and go on make-up jobs, what kind of jobs could i do that pays my bills, but don't suck me completely dry of the time needed to build my make-up business? Help =)
Makeup - 5 Answers
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Well I am a premier makeup artist. And the best advice I have to tell you is that you need to just do alot of different jobs small or large. Just to get your name out there and started. You can put up a site on myspace and tell friends about it. Make little business cards to hand out when you hear people talking about needing makeup done or prom or weddings. It takes time and its not easy to do. But if you are driven enough you will make it! Good luck! Logan^^) logan_art2515@yahoo.com www.myspace.com/eyedos2008
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Interesting question I have been thinking the exact same thing as I am about to do a make up course. Hows about going into all the local hairdressers in your area and telling them you do make up, they might get you some business. Also have you thought about bridal? And what about getting a part time job for one of the big make up brands in a department store Mac, Chanel etc. Great way to practise. Good luck xx
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Well, honestly I don't know too much about the makeup artist job life style. I went to beauty school, but liked the makeup part of it better. I don't do this for a job, but I do, however, just for fun help girls for weddings, proms, school dances, first dates, special events and stuff like that. i have put makeup on lots of girls for free because I love it. I would suggest you build a portfolio of before and after shots of just friends and family first. Do it for free, just to build a portfolio. It doesn't have to be for a special occasion with family and friends because you are just practicing. You can also explore different styles and methods of putting on makeup and take the pictures for your portfolio. That way you have something to show potential customers your work and the variety of styles. Tell your friends and family that they are your guinea pigs, lol. After doing this and getting a good portfolio built up I then suggest that you maybe take out an add in your local news paper, ask different small beauty shops if you can place a card on their bulleton or flyer in their window perhaps. Go to the surrounding JR highs and highschools and put a flyer on the school's bulleton. Just think of creative ways to advertise that won't cost alot, cost anything at all. Ask friends and family to keep their eyes and ears out for potential clients and to give out your card. When you finally do get a client (and you will) offer a nice discount on your price. Keep doing this for a little while until you build up a client list and reputation of being a great makeup artist. After that you should go ahead and charge full price. This will help you build a great makeup artist business. You have to start from the bottom dear and work your way up to build a good character and by word of mouth it will work. I know this will work because I have done the same steps on two different occasions for two totally different types of jobs. I did this for singing and entertaining. I started out singing at my local bar with a small Karaoke machine for free. All it took was a couple times and just by word of mouth alone someone at one of my shows told another bar owner about me. He gave out my card and I got a call. I only charged this bar owner $100.00. After singing there the same thing happened. Someone there at that show told another place about me and gave out my card, and so on and so on. In less than 6 months I was booked every Thurs, Fri, and Sat a month in advance, and sometimes two months in advance. After I built up that client list of different clubs and bars and customers all loved me I was able to start charging $250.00 a night, plus tips. I also started doing weddings and parties as well. Just be patient hun. I also did this with photography. I built a portfolio of pictures that I took for free of family and friends. I did the same steps that I told you about and Ta Da, I now do photographery as a side job and do pretty well. I know this will work. Be patient, be strong, and don't ever give up on your dream. It will take a little money to make money, but in the end you won't be sorry. Trust me. Yours truly, Liz
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Find out at work who has a night out or a wedding and offer to do it for them. If it's your first only charge a reasonable price per person. Also ask them if you can keep a close up pic of your work. Eventually you're name will get out there. Do your friends makeup and take pics as well. It's a very word of mouth business and your reputation is everything. Make sure you have pics of your work with Asian, Caucasian, African makeup which also builds your profile.
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Just an idea.... I don't know anything about the makeup artist' career. What if you sold make up for a company like Mary Kay and went to places like bridal shop nail salons and any where else to advertise your skills as well as make money by selling product? IDK.... Good luck though! www.marykay.com/xmccloud

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Thursday, November 1, 2012

Flexible jobs for a freelance makeup artist to do on the side

Sunday, October 28, 2012

I looking for freelance site, where it's possible to post a job with no charge.

I looking for freelance site, where it's possible to post a job with no charge.?
Please help me to find a free marketplace for searching a freelancer, I was looking at a lot of site, but all the site are charging for posting a project.
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You may consider signing up to freelance sites such as freelancetraffic.com, which is cost effective methods of finding freelancers and projects. And it's free.
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I'm a freelancer and I use oDesk. You may want to check them out. Another suggestion would be Craigslist. Good luck to you

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Wednesday, October 24, 2012

freelance jobs in Orlando area

freelance jobs in Orlando area?
I am from Canada, trying to move to Orlando. I need to make money, any freelancing jobs with writing out there?
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If you want to make money online and wanted to work from home, go for freelancing jobs. They are only one, that will pay you and its free to become a freelancer. The Internet has opened up many freelance opportunities, expanding markets and helping to build it into one of the largest economic segments for many economies. You dont need to pay to get the job. Development for freelancing has been especially high for software development, website design, information technology, and business documentation. Freelance practice varies greatly. Some require clients to sign written contractsbased on the perceived value of the results to the client. By custom, payment arrangements may be upfront, percentage upfront, or upon completion. For more complex projects, a contract may set a payment schedule based on milestones or outcomes

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Saturday, October 20, 2012

I was sent a photography job for a big magazine by a freelance agent. Could it be a scam

I was sent a photography job for a big magazine by a freelance agent. Could it be a scam?
So I've had my own photography business for not even half a month and I get contacted by a freelance agent working for Men's Health UK saying how their shooting in my area in the next few weeks and need a photographer promptly. She says she found my work on mm (which I do have posted) and is willing to cover all my transport, accommodation and food expenses while there. She also says the pay will be $1,650, $600 of which will be sent as a cheque to secure my work. I am honestly confused if this is how it always happens for these kind of jobs or what? I would think that a big magazine like that has their own photographers they call on.
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Hi there, i have no knowledge of this business but I can understand why you are wary. Yes i would imagine these mags have their own photographers and wouldnt have to contact freelance at the last minute. I would do a bit more research before agreeing to anything. Ask other agencies if anything similar has happened to them or people they know. Also google their name online. Find the name of their main man and phone their head office to see if its a scam or not.
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Does your style of photography really match up with Men's Health? Not to be mean, but do you think you are good enough to be hired by them at this point? If you have the contact info for that freelancer, I would look them up. Call the main line and ask for the person, to see if they really work there. If it is a freelancer without a "real office" ask for some references. If you feel comfortable, ask to meet with them in person, and ask to see some of the other shoots they have organized. I don't have any real experience, but I would think that most jobs like that are found by word of mouth. That is, a photographer that they work with a lot would recommend his friend or another photog he knows is good or hot at the moment. I suppose in a pinch, they *might* just look on a search site, and go with an unknown. But I think a legitimate freelance agent, would already have list of photogs, and that they would want to meet with you in person, to see if *you* are legitimate and to see your other work. I would be wary that they are trying to do a cheque scam with you. If you go through with this, maybe open up a new account, and just deposit the cheque there and see what happens. Maybe also tell your bank that you are concerned about the cheque being valid

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Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Can anybody tell me about freelance dental billing

Can anybody tell me about freelance dental billing?
I recently was laid off from my dental job and would like some advice about freelance dental billing? I have 15+ years experience and would rather chart my own course. What should I charge and do you think I could find enough work to make a living?
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You should first post your resume online to get an offer

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Friday, October 12, 2012

Do you need corporate experience to become a freelance web developer or can you start from scratch

Do you need corporate experience to become a freelance web developer or can you start from scratch?
I'm trying to get an A.S. degree in web programming from a community college. I'm not sure I can get a corporate job with just an A.S. degree. Can I just become a freelance web developer from scratch? How should I start out? I know about portfolios, and I know about elance.com and websites like that.
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Without some kind of degree, it's going to be tough even to get someone to talk to you. As time goes on, you may want to build up a portfolio, and be able to show you designed websites for other customers. It's something like what an artist would go through to get hired for a job. Lot's of that kind of work is by contract, so you are not really an employee too. It just depends on what you are looking for

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Monday, October 8, 2012

how do you start as a freelance graphic designer

how do you start as a freelance graphic designer?
im a graphic design student i want to take on some freelance work. i want to know if i have to register my name or anything? do i need a separate abn? (i already have one for an unrelated job iv done) and when i charge a client how do i do it? how do i go about invoicing them? what records do i need to keep of the transaction? thank you for any help you can offer.
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All you need to do is go to elance.com or guru.com. People are looking for graphic designers there. All you have to do is sign up and pay $20 and you can bid on a number of jobs. Payment is handled through an escrow account. This means the customer pays Elance and they hold the money for you. This way you know the money is there and you don't have to worry about being ripped off. When the job is done, Elance will wire you the money or deposit it into your PayPal account. It's very simple. As long as you have a portfolio, you should get jobs. You may have to do a few jobs for little money in the beginning to build your account rating (like Ebay), but once you get going you're good to go

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Thursday, October 4, 2012

What's the best way to go about starting to do freelance work on the side

What's the best way to go about starting to do freelance work on the side?
I am currently working at a small publishing company doing graphic design. I would like to make a little extra money then I am making now. Circumstances being that I live in a remote area and this place I work is really close to where I live, but it is nonprofit so I don't make as much as I could be making. The only problem is that I live about 50 miles from the biggest city which is Louisville Ky, and there aren't too many job oppritunities there for what I do. So I was thinking about freelance work on the side. How could I get started in doing that, or would it be a bad idea since I work for a publishing company already? Thanks for the suggestions.
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Hi ya. Having been doing freelance work for years it's a nice sideline. Some can make a full-time income, but for starters you should check the local papers for some help needed in graphic design. You could contact them, say you aren't looking for employment, but do want to do some freelance work. Obviously you will have to have a rate you will accept, but many places love people who can pitch in when there is overflow work, illnesses, and so forth. As you get a few "jobs" done well you will get more to do. I know several people who developed that small sideline into a real business of their own. Having said this, keep your regular job for now. That keeps the income going. Then you can see how you are doing after a while on the freelance stuff. Some local businesses could probably use your services for ads, logos, and so forth

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Monday, October 1, 2012

What are some high paying freelance jobs

What are some high paying freelance jobs?

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super model lawyer musician
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-Politician -New Advertising - if you can invent a new way of advertising a product (which may produce sales) you may get paid -Invention - If you can invent anything very useful (especially with the magic words -eco friendly) -You could start a church or a cult
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Court reporter, appliance repairman, plumber, etc

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Friday, September 28, 2012

Can she work another job when on maternity leave

Can she work another job when on maternity leave?
Currently my wife is about to go out on maternity from her main job (3-4 months). She also works for herself doing freelance work. Question is can she still do her freelance work during her paid maternity leave from her main job? Yes, she has been freelancing for as long as she has been employed there. We were just concerned if the employer makes her file short disabilty, could she then still do her freelance work when getting paid from the STD.
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If her job contract permits her to work freelance, and she was already doing so, then yes, she can continue to work freelance. If she works for Federal government, she needs to talk to her HR dept first. They are quite restrictive about 2nd jobs. Some states are as well

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Monday, September 24, 2012

Best way to find freelance jobs

Best way to find freelance jobs?
Please let me know to find best way to find freelance jobs
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Online is the major resource for finding freelance jobs, number of websites present in online for freelance jobs. Who are all looking for part time and home based jobs, Visit the website: https://greatlance.com/. In this website you can <a href="http://www.greatlance.com">freelancing jobs</a> as well as you can find number of freelancers for home based working

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Thursday, September 20, 2012

Does a Dancer's License guarantee you a job in Freelancing

Does a Dancer's License guarantee you a job in Freelancing?
Hello, In the city of Toronto, Canada, it is required to obtain a Dancer's License before proceeding to becoming a stripper. I was wondering if any woman is accepted for freelancing, or if I will have to do some kind of interview? I spoke to some dancers over the past few months, and they just told me to get the license and then I could freelance. But would this be guaranteed? Because I am thinking of moving to Toronto--I live 5 hours away! All help would be appreciated! :)
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The license allows you to work. There is guarantee you will work, you have to interview. The interview is more like a try out. They'll want to see what you look like and how you dance

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Sunday, September 16, 2012

what are some good websites to find graphic design jobs in houston or freelance

what are some good websites to find graphic design jobs in houston or freelance?
I am currently in WI but would only stay here if I can freelance.
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try with http://www.getafreelancer.com/affiliates/edmasterplue/ http://www.eufreelance.com/affiliates/edmasterplue

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