5 Job Boards Freelance Writers Need To Know About!
Start making money with this list of quality job boards!
There is no better time than now to start freelancing. Whether you are looking for a side hustle to supplement your money or a full-time gig, there is no better opportunity than now to begin your online money making journey.
In fact, a quick search will show the endless opportunities in the freelance world. Of course, finding opportunities can be difficult - that’s why I’m here.
There are 4 main ways of finding clients:
The Cold Pitch
Content Mills
Social Media (Especially LinkedIn)
Job Boards
Content mills often pay poorly, social media takes tremendous time to develop, and cold pitching can be a nerve-racking rejection filled endeavor.
That’s why job boards are so valuable. Below is going to be your ultimate resource for freelancers looking to land jobs with job boards!
WHY USE JOB BOARDS?
Job boards can be a wonderful source of freelance writing opportunities. When I reference job boards I mean high quality, respectable boards. No bidding, no begging, just put in your best application and move on. That’s what makes quality job boards so much more efficient than cold pitching or content mills.
Not to mention, you usually know what to expect for pay and duties. This is something that ends up being a surprise or negotiating durin the cold pitch. Not knowing these things can be incredibly stressful on new freelancers.
Most importantly, the people who put ads in job boards are actively looking for workers. Therefore you don't have to feel ridiculous pitching to somebody who has zero interest in adding a writer to their payroll.
However, not all job boards are the same quality. Below I have a list of my favorite job board websites that I think you should try out. Best of all, they aren’t just job boards, but also content hubs to help you with your online business. They come with helpful insights, courses, and even forums to grow your brand.
PROBLOGGER
Problogger is my number one source for the freelancer.
It was created by Darrel Rowse, a well-known entrepreneur in the podcasting, blogging, and freelance world. He has built, arguably, the best free job board around.
As for opportunities, new jobs are posted multiple times a day from a variety of industries. Whether it's health, religion, the outdoors or anything in between, you can almost always find an option that fits your niche. Best of all, the opportunities are quality. These are high paying jobs with quality companies.
If you haven’t checked it out, be sure to add it your list.
BLOGGING PRO
Unless you have a website that queries from multiple boards (like Contena - more below) it is a good idea to regularly check multiple boards for work. Some employers only post to certain platforms, and you don't want to miss out on their opportunity. Outside of Problogger, a good board to consider is BloggingPro. Although not as large as ProBlogger, Blogging Pro often provides resources not found elsewhere. Many of these jobs are also part time and full-time positions. Therefore, if you are looking to transition straight into a writing gig, then this may be the perfect resource for you.
Just like ProBlogger, BloggingPro is completely free!
CONTENA
Contena is all about quality and numbers. It queries only high paying job opportunities, saving you the time of searching through .05/word posts. One of the best aspects is that you can see the pay scale for most of the positions while browsing. This feature makes the job significantly more transparent, helping you know the effort vs return when applying for the job. For the most part, I have found the pricing to be relatively accurate. This is the most sophisticated job board that exists.
Contena also comes with an academy and a coach (if you want to pay the higher price). This expedites your application process, and overall writing quality, to a whole new level. When I was a client, it definitely sped up the job search (which was important when working two jobs). Contena has shifted to a subscription based service, which means it might fit better in your monthly budget than previously.
If you have the cash already, Contena is going to be the most efficient way to find, apply, and win jobs. However, not everybody is able to invest in this resource, therefore relying on the two boards above may be the better options.
FREELANCE WRITER DEN
Freelance Writers Job Den is another exclusive freelance site (like Contena) that has a lot of benefits. However, it is significantly cheaper (at the time of this post, I believe it starts at $25). It offers a boot camp, affiliate programs, and all sorts of resources for the experienced and novice alike. I am not currently a member, but if you are looking for something like Contena without the high cost, this might be the better option for you. Check it out at freelancewritersden.com
FREELANCE WRITING BOARD
Freelancewriting.com is another great source that queries out job opportunities for writers. It is also has a platform that helps you organize your projects, offers free resources, and is entirely free to join! Although you can find the job opportunities at other places, their selection of resources is definitely a benefit! Especially at the free price point. It’s another supplemental site to Problogger, and Blogging Pro. Therefore, if you are just starting out, be sure to give it a watch.
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Although these are 5 popular and beneficial boards to use, there are other awesome options available. What job boards do you use? Do you have any boards that you recommend that I didn't mention?
