A freelance career in the creative arts

Description:

You will be able to test your understanding of the course through the weekly interactive quizzes, of which Weeks 4 and 8 will provide you with an opportunity to earn a badge to demonstrate your new skills. You can read more on how to study the course and about badges in the next sections. After completing this course, you should be able to: describe the highs and lows of self-employment, from winning that first contract to filing a tax return reflect on the skills and strengths a freelancer needs, and identify where to find additional support when required understand the practicalities of running a small business and know where to look for sources of investment recognise the value of audience segmentation, market research and targeted marketing develop a business plan, identifying next steps and strategies to manage both setbacks and success.