Launceston Freelance Festival in Launceston, Tasmania | Festival

Launceston Freelance Festival

Locality: Launceston, Tasmania

Address: enterprize, paterson street Launceston, TAS, Australia

Website: https://www.launcestonfreelancefestival.com.au

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25.01.2022 Thanks to everyone who entered our competition to win a bottle from Delamere Vineyard After some consideration @AntheaWilder's rather unnusual companion gained our vote. Congratulations Anthea, I hope you enjoy the wine as much as your dog enjoys your company.

24.01.2022 A great opportunity for any young freelance rural/regional journalist. Applications close Friday August 14th. Apply here: https://womeninmedia.com.au/caroline-jones-award/

22.01.2022 What does it take to create a great pitch and get a yes? Well, check out this blog on Rachel’s List to find out the do’s and don’ts from Engage Media’s Rob Johnson and learn what grabs the eyes of magazine editors. #freelancersAUS #freelance #freelancefestival #freelancelife #WFH #upskill #pitching #gigeconomy

21.01.2022 Within the changing practicalities of the real world, adaptable freelancers are more sought after and better placed to seize opportunities in the future. Stretching out of your comfort zone and upskilling can open amazing opportunities! Check out this Cavalry freelancing blogpost on why it’s important to diversify your skillset in an ever changing market.... Read below: #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancelife #wfh #freelancejournalists #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome https://www.cavalryfreelancing.com//a-broad-range-of-skil/

20.01.2022 Cold emailing the bane of a freelancer’s existence and yet in the middle of a pandemic your ability to successfully reach out is more important than ever. Before you get started on those new pitches or reaching out today, check out these tips on the 4 pillars of cold email writing. #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancelife #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome ... https://blog.freelancersunion.org//everything-you-need-to/

19.01.2022 Soft skills are essential for freelancers! Having the ability to work with people, to communicate and to adapt is hugely important as you work towards financial independence. The Freelance Collective Blog says these skills are probably more important for freelancers than they are for others’ #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancelife #wfh #freelancejournalists #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome ... https://thefreelancecollective.com.au/the-most-important-s/

19.01.2022 Calling all young female journalists working in rural/regional media. The Caroline Jones Women in Media Young Journalist's Award is taking applications until August 14th. Freelancers are encouraged to enter. The award provides fantastic opportunities including: - $2500 personal learning fund - Travel and accommodation to Canberra for five nights - National Press Club lunch attendance and question - Mentorship from members of the Canberra Women in Media Committee... - The winner will spend time in a variety of Canberra and Press Gallery newsrooms throughout the week. More information here: https://womeninmedia.com.au/caroline-jones-award/ See more

19.01.2022 Setting goals and sticking to them can be tricky business! But sometimes thinking about bigger picture goals can help keep you motivated when the going gets tough. Feel like you’re needing motivation? Then check out these 5 realistic goals that you’ll actually hit. On the Diana Kelly Levey blog... #freelancefestival https://www.dianakelly.com/5-tips-for-setting-freelance-bu/

18.01.2022 No Niche? No Problem! Maybe you’re a polymath using your knowledge to address and solve problems. As Lindy Alexander from the Freelancer’s Year says I have learnt that not having a niche is not the end of the world. You can still earn a great income as a freelance writer even if you are a generalist. Check out this intriguing blog post on what to do if you don’t have a niche. ... #freelancefestival https://thefreelancersyear.com//what-freelance-writers-n/

17.01.2022 Considering starting a newsletter? WIRED covers how the burgeoning newsletter trend can bring great value to established or niche writers. For writers buffeted by the media industry in the last decade, the newsletter boom offers more than just a financial lifeline: it’s a reassurance that their craft has value. Check out this interesting read below:... #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome #freelancing #freelancejournalist #writers https://www.wired.co.uk//newsletters-subscription-substack

17.01.2022 Dr Marcus Bowles from the Institute of Working Futures is always a popular presenter at the freelance festival. Here he explains why traditiional education pathways are no longer the way forward and the skills you need to remain employable. https://www.workingfutures.com.au/new-normal-part-3-why-no/ #education #training #futureofwork

17.01.2022 You know what makes for a useful freelancer during a pandemic? One that can change quickly, turn things around in a small window, and is good at creative problem solving. The Freelance Jungle blog breaks down how you can use freelancing in a pandemic to your advantage. Have a read and find out what will make you most valuable to your clients... https://freelancejungle.com.au/freelancing-in-a-pandemic/ #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancelife #wfh #freelancejournalists

16.01.2022 Freelancer Alison Grade believes freelancing is like dating. You have to make a great impression at your first client meeting. I love her advice that courtship is important and to be someone people want to spend time with. Alison is also the author of best selling, The Freelance Bible. #freelancing #freelancingtips

14.01.2022 Happy National Dog Day to our favourite work from home buddies! Freelancing definitely has its perks - like having your furry friend around all day.

14.01.2022 Freelancing can be the best job in the world - if you run your business right. Here’s 13 things you need to know according to magazine editor turned freelancer, Jen A. Miller. Read below ... #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancelife #wfh #freelancejournalists #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome https://www.poynter.org//13-things-i%C2%92ve-learned-in-1/

13.01.2022 We should always be working to improve our skillset! For a freelancer, a growth mindset is the best mindset. Bloom blog covers nine skills that all freelancers need! Fortunately for us, they are skills we can all develop, e.g. setting boundaries, pricing and problem solving. ... #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancelife #wfh #freelancejournalists #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome https://blog.bloom.io/essential-skills-that-all-freelancer/

11.01.2022 Medium, Substack and Patreon have one thing in common. You can make money while self-publishing. But what’s right for you? And what’s the difference between them? The Global Investigative Journalism Network gives us a brief rundown of each platform. Let the research begin!... #freelancefestival https://gijn.org/platforms-that-earn-income-for-writers/

10.01.2022 What does it take to start a successful journalism career? Director of the Digital Skills Agency, Corinne Podger, shares 8 valuable tips that freelancers can learn from. Check out how you can clarify your brand strategy, build confidence and find stories in 2020. I found freelancing quite daunting to start off with and I think, in retrospect, things that I wish I had known at the start of the process was that having regular customers is gold."... #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome #freelancing #educate #toptips https://spark.adobe.com/page/Gk9FvTI22qTH9/ See more

10.01.2022 Looking to get into the world of podcasting? Robert Katai’s blog breaks down the 22 best podcast platforms to submit your work to. Because just like newsletter writers, podcasters have an audience too! Find the best platform below, and start building your audience today.... #freelancefestival https://robertkatai.com/submit-podcast-network/

09.01.2022 As a freelancer, time is our commodity. So when a friend is in need, and the asking for favours starts rolling in, figuring out an arrangement while preserving friendship can be a little delicate. The Cut talks to negotiation expert, Margaret Ann Neale on how you can say no, without really saying no:... Not every negotiation ends in an agreement, she says. Sometimes you have to say, ‘I’d really like to help out, but I am just way too overextended right now.’ https://www.thecut.com//should-i-give-my-friend-a-discount #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancelife #wfh #freelancejournalists

09.01.2022 Looking to diversify your client portfolio internationally? Here are some useful tips from award-winning freelance journalist Gary Nunn. With an impressive portfolio, Gary writes for Australian, US and UK audiences. These were his three simple recommendations that he mentioned at this year’s Freelance Festival 2020.... 1. Create features that can sit across all branches of a publication, There aren’t as many barriers up as you think there’d might be. 2. Pitch to your niche. 3. Learn to roll with the punches, You kind of get used to the way the industry rolls in and rolls out.

09.01.2022 Contently’s Natalia Burg writes on why Financial Advisors could be a good idea for established freelancers. Helping with financial plans and tax strategies, Financial Advisors can help you achieve your goals and lessen the tax time blow. What I very quickly learned was I would like to have someone help me who can explain these things, who knows what they’re talking about, and who I can be open and honest with. ... Check out the article to determine what’s right for you. #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancejournalists https://contently.net//do-freelancers-need-financial-advi/

06.01.2022 It’s not necessary to send a resume, your work should speak for itself. Everything is on my LinkedIn or website. - Nina Hendy, founder of The Freelance Collective Coding is one skill that you can learn to compliment your freelance life, website and social media content. With so many widely available courses online, here are some that could help you grab the attention of future clients. 1. Codecademy: https://www.codecademy.com... 2. Shaw Academy: Web Development: https://join.shawacademy.com/web-development-2020 3. Udemy: Build Websites from Scratch with HTML & CSS 4. Skill share: Launch a rocket: Learn JavaScript Basics The Fun Way 5. LinkedIn Learning: HTML Essential Training: https://www.linkedin.com//html-essential-trai/what-is-html #freelancelife #freelancejournalist #coding

06.01.2022 The National Young Writers Festival starts tonight! With free digital access to an array of workshops, presentations and guest speakers, this is a festival you don’t want to miss. You can sign up and check out the program at: https://youngwritersfestival.org/events/

06.01.2022 Being a freelancer has its perks and one of them is flexibility! However, efficiency with your time is key and some days staying on track can prove quite the task. These are some simple tips that can help you create a highly productive freelance life. Tell us what habits work well for you?

04.01.2022 What makes a great freelancer? Fortunately for you, the editors at Hardie Grant Media share eight easy and essential tips to follow. Here's a rundown on what to do and what NOT to do. ... Check it out #freelancefestival https://www.hardiegrant.com///what-makes-a-good-freelancer

03.01.2022 There's a saying going around these days: The future of work is now and it looks like freelancing and contract work. NPR describes how the pandemic has seen 2 million Americans join the freelance world. Check it out below. #freelancersAUS #freelance #workfromhome #freelancing #freelancefestival2020 #freelancelife #wfh #freelancejournalists... https://www.npr.org//jobs-in-the-pandemic-more-are-freelan

03.01.2022 Sonia Simone shares five ‘story elements’ that help writers attract the right clients, at the right pricing, in the right numbers. Because it isn’t just ability that makes a writer successful it’s also wise positioning. #freelancefestival... https://copyblogger.com/terrific-clients/ See more

02.01.2022 Fabulate are currently looking for #freelancers to write branded content. https://tinyurl.com/y5pn7ypq What is branded content? https://tinyurl.com/yyg78ng9 Fabulate founders Ben and Nathan discuss opportunities: https://youtu.be/2KsAtkG6umU... #freelancewriters #freelancejournalists See more