Finding Work

Looking for advice on finding freelance work? This part of our blog is packed with practical guidance on job hunting. Find out how to perfect your resume and portfolio, master the art of networking, promote your services using social media, and more.

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    7 Websites to Help You Find Freelance Work Online

    7 Websites to Help You Find Freelance Work Online

    Published Dec 19, 2022
    Last Updated Sep 22, 2025

    • Business Tips
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    There are many ways to approach finding freelance work, from advertisements to word-of-mouth recommendations. However, if you want to expand your reach and connect with clients around the world, joining an online freelance marketplace is an excellent option. Below, we explain what these marketplaces are and how they work, and we’ll introduce seven popular platforms […]

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    How Your LinkedIn Profile Can Help You Find Freelance Work

    How Your LinkedIn Profile Can Help You Find Freelance Work

    Published Dec 02, 2022
    Last Updated Jul 02, 2025

    • Business Tips
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    There are lots of different ways that freelance professionals can find work and promote themselves. In this post, we’ll look at the benefits an effective LinkedIn profile can provide when searching for freelance work. The Benefits of LinkedIn for Freelancers Unlike most other social networking platforms, LinkedIn is designed and built around professionals. This makes […]

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Should You Ever Turn Down Work as a Freelancer?

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    How to Gain Experience as a New Proofreader

    Published Sep 18, 2021
    Last Updated Jul 02, 2025

    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    It can be hard to get experience as a new proofreader. With many companies requesting former experience for full-time proofreaders, and some clients not wanting to take the risk of hiring someone with no experience, it can seem impossible to get your foot in the door. But becoming a freelance proofreader needn’t be so difficult. […]

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    How to Create a Proofreading Resume as a New Proofreader

    Published Sep 09, 2021
    Last Updated Jun 18, 2024

    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    If you’re looking for proofreading jobs, you’ll need an appropriate resume (usually referred to as a CV in UK English). But what if you’re a new proofreader with little or no work experience? In this post, we’ll share some tips on how to create a proofreading resume or CV that will help you stand out […]

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    How to Create a Proofreading Portfolio for Your Website

    Published Sep 02, 2021
    Last Updated Sep 22, 2025

    • Business Tips
    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • Skills And Experience

    If you’re a freelance proofreader, creating a strong portfolio is a great way to document your previous experience, thus showing potential clients that you know what you’re doing. A proofreading portfolio will consist of a selection, either comprehensive or selective, of works you have previously proofread. But how should you put one together? In this […]

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    5 Tips on Using Social Media as a Freelancer

    Published Jul 04, 2021
    Last Updated Apr 07, 2025

    • Business Tips
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelance proofreader, a strong social media presence can help you promote your services and find new clients. In this post, we have a few tips on using social media as a freelancer: Choose social media platforms based on your target audience. Create an informative and professional-looking profile. Post regularly and use social media […]

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    5 Tips to Start a Proofreading Career with No Experience

    Published Oct 25, 2020
    Last Updated Jan 05, 2026

    • Finding Work
    • How To Become A Freelancer
    • Skills And Experience

    Thinking about a career as a freelance proofreader? Worried you don’t have the right training or background? If so, we have good news! It’s entirely possible to start a proofreading career with no experience whatsoever. All you need to do is: Read on below to find out why freelance proofreading is a perfect entry-level job, […]

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    How to Find Proofreading Jobs Online

    Published Sep 03, 2020
    Last Updated Apr 15, 2025

    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips
    • How To Become A Freelancer

    You’ve decided to work as a freelance proofreader – but have you thought about how to find proofreading jobs online? If not, don’t worry! Whether you’re new to proofreading or you already have some experience, there are plenty of opportunities and ways to find freelance work.  In this guide, you’ll learn about nine tried-and-true methods […]

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    Freelance Tips: Should You Offer a Free Sample Edit?

    Freelance Tips: Should You Offer a Free Sample Edit?

    Published May 28, 2020
    Last Updated Aug 07, 2023

    • Business Tips
    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Some freelance proofreaders offer new clients a free sample edit. This means checking part of a document for free so a client can see your work before committing to paying. But is this a good idea? And if so, how should you approach offering a free sample edit? Why Do Some Proofreaders Offer a Free […]

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    Freelance Proofreading Tips: The Client’s Brief

    Freelance Proofreading Tips: The Client’s Brief

    Published Mar 19, 2020
    Last Updated Apr 21, 2025

    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Proofreading Tips

    As a freelance proofreader and editor, your work may range from making major changes to a document to fixing typos and other minor errors. And this variability is why you need to agree on a clear brief with each client. But what is a brief? And what might it cover? Understanding the Client’s Brief In […]

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