The Born Freelancer on how to get a great sounding interview – Part 2
This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in the comments. Yesterday I began my series of tips to give you better sounding recorded interviews. Today I continue the topic, covering what I think is one of […]
The Born Freelancer on how to get a great sounding interview – Part 1
This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in the comments. Recently I shared my thoughts with you on the most cost-efficient technology available today to record an interview. Whether for broadcast or for reference in the creation […]
The Born Freelancer on basic recording on a budget 101 – Part 3
This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in the comments. Over the past week, I’ve covered recording software and how to get sound into your computer. WHAT IF MY COMPUTER DOESN’T HAVE AN ANALOGUE SOUND […]
The Born Freelancer on basic recording on a budget 101 – Part 2
This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in the comments. Last week I discussed my recommendation — Audacity software — for recording on your computer. HOW DO I GET SOUND INTO MY COMPUTER? This will depend […]
The Born Freelancer on basic recording on a budget 101 – Part 1
This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in the comments. Over a year ago in my very first post for you I discussed the gear I use for recording phone interviews. What I meant to write […]
The Reluctant Editor’s social media code of conduct
What happens when a freelance writer switches teams? This post from a Canadian freelance writer-cum-editor explores some of the challenges of sitting in the editor’s chair. Writers, take heed: this valuable insider info may help smooth the way with the editors in your life. The great connector If you’re a writer, journalist, critic, or […]
Reselling: how to increase your freelance mileage
Story Board recently had a request from a reader for a post on the etiquette of reselling stories in the digital age. It’s a golden question for freelancers, isn’t it? How do you take something you’ve already written and squeeze a few more dollars out of it? I checked in with a few Canadian writers […]
What It Feels Like To Be A Freelancer
This little video has been going around this week, striking a chord with freelancers of all stripes. The video is posted on dontgetscrewedover.com and was sponsored by Docracy, a U.S.-based site launched last year that hosts free, open-source legal documents provided by users. The site contains personal documents such as wills and rental agreements, as well […]
The Born Freelancer explores copyright: Part 2
This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in the comments. Yesterday I looked at some ways freelancers can register and protect their copyright. Today I’d like to offer some options for how to find out […]
The Born Freelancer explores copyright: Part 1
This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? Your input is welcome in the comments. It’s a heart-stopping moment. You put your thoughts and soul into your work online, creating a project you hope will touch an […]
