The In-House Freelancer

A freelance copy editor who works on-site for a publication will have to commute, dress professionally, and work hours set by your employer. On the upside, you'll get to meet — and, it is hoped, impress — editors and executives who might be valuable additions to your network or even sources of fulltime work.

If you're having trouble lining up jobs for your freelance practice, it may be worthwhile to take an in-house freelance job or two just to make the industry contacts you need to build up your client list. Many publishers and media companies work through agencies to find qualified freelancers, so this may be a useful way to get started.

Tags: copy editing, freelancers

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