freelance rates

UK freelancers and umbrella workers face a take-home pay cut due to 2025 post-Budget tax rises and threshold changes. Learn the essential rate increases (1.5% to 10%) needed to protect your income, with suggestions on calculating costs and…

New report reveals a shift in priorities among the global video game freelance community, with artists valuing well-managed projects over higher pay. But with gaming layoffs this year creating more job insecurity, what can freelancers do…

Learn why most freelancers leave hundreds of pounds on the table, and how Stanford and Harvard-backed negotiating tactics can transform your earning power You've just finished a brilliant pitch to a potential client. They love your…

Sports broadcast and production companies, including the BBC, BT, IMG, and ITV, have been fined over £4 million after admitting to collusion on freelance pay rates. Sky avoided a fine by reporting their involvement to the Competition and…

What's interesting about the freelance jobs market right now is this weird situation where companies are laying people off, yet they're also struggling to find people with the right skills. It's a hair-puller for those looking for more…

A recent study by Capital on Tap, "The Cost of Hiring Freelancers Vs Employees," has revealed a surprising trend: freelancers are often more expensive than full-time employees across many roles. This challenges the common assumption that…

One crucial aspect often overlooked by freelancers is how to adjust your rates – not just for inflation or increased expertise, but also to account for time off. After all, unlike those with traditional employment, when you're not working,…