Freelance digital marketing is incredibly rewarding and flexible, but not always easy.<\/p>\n
I\u2019m an experienced freelance digital marketer, primarily for software companies in the marketing industry. I\u2019m happy to share with you what I\u2019ve learned, and a few tips I\u2019ve picked up along the way.<\/p>\n
I’ve written this guide to share with you everything you need to know about starting\u2014and boosting\u2014your career.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Here\u2019s what we\u2019ll cover:<\/span><\/p>\n And if you’re already ready to get hands-on, check out our free 5-day short course in digital marketing here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n OK, let’s go!<\/p>\n Career terms can get jumbled, so let’s define it clearly.<\/p>\n A freelance digital marketer is a self-employed contractor<\/strong> who supports and assists companies, organizations, or individuals with their marketing goals, strategies, and tasks.<\/p>\n Freelance digital marketers can play many roles, depending on their specialization, their clients’ products, and their experience. Most freelance digital marketers work remotely, sometimes in collaboration with the organization’s marketing team.<\/p>\n A day in the life of a freelance digital marketer can vary widely\u2013which is why it is such an appealing career option.<\/p>\n Here are a few examples of tasks that a freelance digital marketer can do:<\/p>\n There are two aspects to consider: freelancing itself, digital marketing. Let\u2019s look into both aspects.<\/span><\/p>\n On surface evaluation, freelancing can seem like abundant freedom\u2014and it is in some ways. But from experience, I can tell you that there are other aspects to think about first. Here are the pros and cons of freelancing.<\/span><\/p>\n Now you\u2019re aware of some of the pros and cons of a freelance career, let\u2019s look closely at marketing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Before you dive into the marketing industry as a freelancer, ask yourself these questions:<\/span><\/p>\n Granted, not every skill is necessary for all facets of digital marketing, but you\u2019ll at least need an understanding of them and why they\u2019re so important to the broader digital marketing strategy and efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n Because the field changes rapidly, digital marketing can be intimidating. And even if you\u2019ve worked in the field, starting as a freelancer can feel extremely daunting. <\/span><\/p>\n This step-by-step guide will get you on your way.<\/span><\/p>\n More of a visual learner? Watch the following video with digital marketing guru Ed Wood, who goes over these steps and other insider tips:<\/p>\n\n
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What is freelance digital marketing?<\/span><\/h2>\n
What does a freelance digital marketer actually do?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Pros and cons<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Questions to ask yourself about becoming a digital marketer<\/span><\/h3>\n
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How to become a freelance digital marketer\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n