{"id":89079,"date":"2022-06-28T16:56:58","date_gmt":"2022-06-28T16:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rockcontent.com\/?p=89079"},"modified":"2025-09-18T23:10:30","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T02:10:30","slug":"what-is-freelance-writing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pingback.com\/en\/resources\/what-is-freelance-writing\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Freelance Writing and How To Start Your New Side Hustle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you have a way with words, then becoming a freelance writer<\/a> may be the perfect side hustle for you. <\/p>\n

But what is freelance writing and how do you get started?<\/p>\n

We’ll answer all these questions and more to help you decide whether becoming a freelance writer is the path for you. <\/p>\n

Whether you’re looking to make a little extra cash on the side or thinking of turning freelance writing into a full-time career, we’ll go over all the essentials you need to know.<\/p>\n

In exchange for a percentage of their fee, freelancers are allowed to select from a regular flow of assignments and set their own rates.<\/p>\n

Pitch Yourself<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Many freelancers also find work on freelance writing boards. There you’ll be able to pitch yourself to various clients looking to hire freelancers for gigs.<\/p>\n

Some people start out convinced they need a perfect portfolio right off the bat, but honestly, even a handful of decent writing samples can go a long way. Clients often care more about clarity and tone than whether you’ve published work in some big magazine. If you\u2019ve ever written a personal blog, even that\u2019s often more helpful than you think. Might sound obvious, but just being clear and direct in your emails or pitches makes you stand out\u2014most folks overthink that part.<\/p>\n

Some of the more popular job boards for freelance writers include:<\/p>\n