There’s one topic that rarely comes up openly in freelance journalism. Not pitching, not the craft, not even finding clients.
Money.
How much do freelance journalists actually earn? What work is worth your time? And how do you build a career that doesn’t fall apart because you couldn’t make the finances work?
Next week, we’re having that exact conversation.
On Monday 11th May, Isabel Woodford (freelance journalist and contributor to the FT, The Atlantic, and others) is going live to pull back the curtain on the real financial side of her career.
You’ll come away with a clearer sense of:
How to build a financial roadmap for your writing career
How to think long-term about income, not just the next byline
Transparency on how to charge, and what work is most lucrative
“I’m doing this because I’m not interested in advocating for a career that isn’t financially sustainable. I’ve seen so many talented writers burn out and leave because they couldn’t make it work.”
Every attendee also gets a discount on Isabel’s course on the business of freelance writing (usually £99), included with the ticket.
If this is the career you’re building, or trying to sustain, this is a session built for you.
FWN paid subscribers can get a 50% discount code using this link.
✍️ 64 paid pitch calls & freelance writing opportunities
Today we shared 64 new calls for pitches & freelance or contract writing gigs — tons of great stuff to start your week with. Be sure to have a read if you haven’t already!
