Where to Find Freelance Writers

Websites that Offer Freelance Writing Gigs

Nina Rotz
There are many reasons for a business or individuals to turn to freelance writers for job assignments. Freelancer writers are some of the most dedicated workers, who are able to meet deadlines and turn in quality assignments. As a freelance writer, most do not make millions, but they are able to make a comfortable living by turning in assignments on given due dates. Their ability to meet deadlines and to produce quality content is why freelance writers are in demand.

In the search for a freelance writer, it can get difficult to find the right place that will allow you to network and communicate with potential freelance writers.

Looking for a writer to produce quality articles for your specific opportunity?

Here is a list of recommended websites where to find freelance writers;

scriptlance.com

ScriptLance is a wonderful resource for outsourcing short term projects. It is a directory of freelancers that offer anything from web design, programming and writing gigs. This would be the first recommended website for posting a freelance writer wanted ad. One great feature is that you can post an ad based on the urgency of the job, and look for freelance writers that are able to produce content on short term notice.

getafreelancer.com

There is a lot of talent on Getafreelancer, similar to Scriptlance, it allows you to post an ad based on requirements. It also has freelancers in different categories and experience. One feature I like at Getafreelancer is that the poster or business posting the ad has to pay a fee in order to have an ad processed. I believe that this option turns fraudsters away, and gives reassurance to freelance writers that you are a legitimate person and not a scammer. Responders are also able to upload sample work and bid on jobs.

shelancers.com/directory/Writers/Article-Writers/

Shelancers is just as it sounds, women who are freelancers in different service categories. The writers are listed with their names, websites and specializations. There are also rankings for freelance writers, if you are looking for the best of the best.

craiglist.com

So, Craiglist, sometimes gets a bad rap for having too much scam and fraud around. While I do believe that Craiglist can have questionable ads, and should internally do more screening in what they allow to be posted, I also believe that are honest individuals there looking for good paying opportunities.

Freelance writers will reply to ads they are interested in, at which time you can provide more information. It is a good place to look for talent, but use caution with any website, not just Craiglist.

The world of Blogging

Bloggers make great freelance writers. Paid bloggers are looking for opportunities to make extra money, this is why they are able to turn in quality articles at a given deadline. Freelance writing opportunities for bloggers also provide them experience to further their blogs, and learn new methods of quality writing such as search engine optimization. Asking a blogger for a freelance writing gig would be a great suggestion, as they are already experienced with the world of blogging and producing unique reading material.

For more information, please visit these websites:

scriptlance.com

getafreelancer.com

shelancers.com/directory/Writers/Article-Writers/

craiglist.com

Published by Nina Rotz

Nina Rotz is a freelance writer, a blogger and SEO extraodinaire. Nina's experience includes running a web hosting business, fourteen-year experience of website building, programming and blogging. Her educat...   View profile

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  • Timothy Sexton 11/5/2009

    Stay away from Rent-A-Coder, however. They ripped me off when a client claimed I had plagiarized. The client got the UN-plagiarized work, I got banned, and I never got paid. Rent-A-Coder equals Ripoff Central. As for Get a Freelancer: that's where I landed my biggest paying gig to date: writing the Q&A for Disney Scene It, 2006 edition.

  • Julia Beirut 11/4/2009

    Great info. Didn't know about shelancers...thanks !

  • Langley Cornwell 11/4/2009

    Great list of resources, thanks.

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