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Breaking the Cycle: How Freelancers in TV Can Stop Being Exploited

Staff Reporter Nov 9, 2024

The account of a freelancer working in TV production in "Brutal hours, tyrants and chest pains: a freelance producer on the reality of British TV" lays bare the harsh reality for many freelancers in the industry: unpaid overtime, disregard…

Been laid off and looking for fractional freelance jobs? These companies could be hiring

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Nov 1, 2024

The recent wave of layoffs across tech giants like Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Meta has sent ripples through the industry. While this news is undoubtedly concerning for those directly impacted, it presents a unique opportunity for…

How to be a client’s favourite freelancer

Staff Reporter Oct 29, 2024

Whether you're a solo entrepreneur juggling multiple projects, or a contractor embedded a few days each week in a client's office, the pressure to appear knowledgeable and capable is immense. But here's a secret weapon to boost your…

UK job vacancies decline for 27th consecutive period

Staff Reporter Oct 22, 2024

The UK job market continues to cool with job vacancies declining for the 27th consecutive period, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This sustained decrease marks a significant shift from the…

CNBC Disruptor 50 Companies: Who’s hiring contractors?

Staff Reporter Oct 21, 2024

Imagine working alongside the companies redefining the future. The CNBC Disruptor 50 list for 2024 isn't just for investors – it can be a good indicator for companies looking for specialised freelance talent. We analysed these…

Contractor job opportunities set to rise as Google expands King’s Cross AI hub

Staff Reporter Oct 13, 2024

Google is doubling down on its investment in the UK, and contractors are poised to benefit Despite the wave of tech layoffs making headlines, London's AI segment is showing signs of growth. Google has hired 400 new staff in the UK,…

Toptal layoffs a wake-up call for freelancers

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Oct 12, 2024

Toptal's post-acquisition layoffs raise questions about the security of traditional employment vs. freelancing Toptal, a platform known for connecting businesses with freelance talent, has laid off 70% of its engineering team. This news…

Greece tightens its grip on freelance tax affairs

Staff Reporter Oct 12, 2024

Greece is ushering in a new era of tax transparency for its freelance workforce. Here's the latest Driven by concerns over tax evasion, the Hellenic Republic is implementing a series of measures aimed at digitalising and streamlining…

Fed up with pay rate and salary secrecy?

Katherine Steiner-Dicks Oct 6, 2024

Freelance strategist Matthew Knight, who has worked with brands such as LEGO and Google, is leading a movement for salary transparency. He argues that knowing the pay upfront benefits freelancers and the companies hiring them. We also…

How to reinvent yourself as a freelancer

Staff Reporter Oct 4, 2024

SPECIAL REPORT You have to shake things up on your CV and portfolio to land the freelance assignments you want. This report reveals how to future-proof your CV and portfolio, master interview techniques, and confidently transition into…

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