Freelance vs Permanent 2012
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- jonnypompita0
There is no such thing as security. Look at all the 401k's and retirement accounts that were ravaged in the crisis a few years ago. Freelance is the way to go, at least in digital/interactive. In 2008 I walked away from the disfunctional agencies and their bullshit for good and have never looked back. The money from brands has been pouring into digital in the last few years and it shows no sign of slowing down. Once you establish yourself and grow your network you will actually be turning down work. Most agencies are understaffed and they are full of depressed and demoralized staffers and it is reflected in the stale work. That is where you, the hot-shot freelancer comes in and saves the day all while getting paid VERY well and banging the hot designer interns. : )
- Not to mention all the new startups desperate for designers.jonnypompita