Mookomatic
Junior Member
I've been in continuous employment as a Motion Graphic Designer for over 5 years now - but I'm very serious about going freelance and I want to do it soon.
Unfortunately this realisation has clashed with the supposed 'economic meltdown' we're experiencing. So, I'd like to hear some opinions and advice about making change from 'Rat Race Regular', to Freelancer - especially from those who have taken the plunge. After all, I still have to pay the (very hefty London) rent.
Do you need to have savings behind you, and if so - how much is wise?
Is it important to register with an agency? Are they useful?
Will cold calling win new clients, or is word of mouth from other freelancers more important?
Is now just a really bad time to take the plunge - what's the freelance market up to? Should I just hang on and wait?
Those are just a few questions, and I know there are no hard and fast answers. I'm just interested to hear what you guys think.
Thanks
Unfortunately this realisation has clashed with the supposed 'economic meltdown' we're experiencing. So, I'd like to hear some opinions and advice about making change from 'Rat Race Regular', to Freelancer - especially from those who have taken the plunge. After all, I still have to pay the (very hefty London) rent.
Do you need to have savings behind you, and if so - how much is wise?
Is it important to register with an agency? Are they useful?
Will cold calling win new clients, or is word of mouth from other freelancers more important?
Is now just a really bad time to take the plunge - what's the freelance market up to? Should I just hang on and wait?
Those are just a few questions, and I know there are no hard and fast answers. I'm just interested to hear what you guys think.
Thanks