What is a Freelance Journalist?

A freelance journalist is a writer who is self-employed.  They complete contract work, single pieces or regular assignments for newspapers, magazines, companies, and other organizations.  They often sell their services or work by the piece, by the hour or by the day—sometimes freelance journalists even sell their work by the word.  In other words, a freelance journalist is not committed to one employer long-term and works independently.