Indy's online course for freelancers covers everything from web design to Photoshop, and from setting rates to understanding copyrights. Become a professional graphic designer today.

Freelance Graphic Designer 101

Tired of micromanaging bosses and morning traffic? Freelancing allows you the freedom to work from anywhere, set your hours, and control your own schedule. 

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10 Reasons Why Freelancing is Better Than Any 9-5 Job

Some freelancers swear that generalizing is the best practice while others believe in finding a niche. Our writer says finding a niche is best.

Our writer on how finding her niche helped her career take off.

Should You Find a Niche or Be a Generalist?

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Zapier Integrations Are Coming to Indy

Are you someone who took the bold step of quitting their job without a plan? Have a look at Indy's article and prepare yourself for the big adventure!

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Have an interest in drone photography? Find out how to turn your passion into a lucrative business. From mastering the basics of aerial photography to navigating legal requirements, choosing the right equipment, and scaling your venture, our ultimate guide will give you all of the step-by-step insights.

How to Get Into Drone Photography

This course teaches freelancers how to effectively communicate with clients through email and other forms of correspondence, including how to craft persuasive proposals, write effective follow-up emails, and handle difficult client relationships.

Business Correspondence for Freelancers

This course is designed for freelancers looking to improve their financial management skills, including how to negotiate rates, handle partial payments, and simplify invoicing using apps. The course also covers important topics such as cash flow management, project fees vs. hourly rates, and how to ask for a deposit or upfront payment.

Navigating Payment and Finances for Freelancers

This course offers a comprehensive guide to proposal writing. You will learn how to create compelling executive summaries, write persuasive business proposals, communicate value, and create a sense of urgency. Through a series of lessons, guides, and sessions, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to write winning proposals and succeed as a freelancer.

Proposal Writing for Freelancers

This course offers a comprehensive guide to freelance team management. You will learn how to manage effective meetings, understand matrix organization structures, and collaborate with other freelancers. Through a series of lessons, guides, and sessions, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to build and manage a successful freelance team.

Team Management for Freelancers

This course will provide an overview of various strategies for leveraging social media to benefit freelance businesses. Students will learn how to build and maintain a client base, connect with customers, and create revenue through partnerships. They will also receive guidance on how to start making the most of social media for their freelance business.

Social Media for Freelancers

How To Write a Business Proposal Email or Letter

Graphic Design Retainer Contract

Digital Marketing Contracts for Freelancers

The Only Marketing Proposal Guide You Need for 2024 (with marketing proposal templates)

Copywriter Contract Template

Digital Marketing Contract Template

Freelance Web Developer Contract Template

Game Developer Contract Template

Influencer Contract Template

Photographer Contract Template

Social Media Moderator Contract Template

Virtual Assistant Contract Template

Accountant Invoice Template

Actor Invoice Template

Advertising Invoice Template

Architecture Invoice Template

Artist Invoice Template

Attorney Invoice Template

Blank Invoice Template

Bookkeeper Invoice Template

Asking for Payment

First Contact

Following Up

Thank You Notes

When Something Is Overdue

Accountant Proposal Template

Advertising Proposal Template 

Architecture Proposal Template

Artist Proposal Template

Brand Ambassador Proposal Template

Business Consulting Proposal Template

Business Development Proposal Template

Business Proposal Template

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Want to sync your Google Calendar with Apple Calendar? You’ve come to the right place! Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to achieving seamless calendar harmony across platforms with just a few clicks.

How Can I Sync My Google Calendar with My iPhone Calendar

A business email comes with a host of benefits for business owners. Here’s how to create a business Gmail account in 4 simple steps!

How to Set Up Gmail for Business Email in 4 Simple Steps

If you want to start a product photography business, check out our ultimate guide that’ll launch you ahead of the pack. Uncover the tips for capturing captivating product images that stand out in a visually competitive market. Elevate your skills, attract clients, and navigate the nuances of this thriving niche.

How to Get Started with Product Photography: A Comprehensive Guide

Thinking of becoming a freelance web developer? Check out our comprehensive article covering everything you need to know to be successful—from setting your prices and securing your first clients to scaling your business.

How to Start Freelancing as a Web Developer

We are excited to introduce your new Digital Assistant, an experimental ChatGPT-powered tool that helps you write contracts and proposals faster than ever! The world of AI is moving quickly, and it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Or how to take advantage of these tools as a freelancer. 

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Introducing ‘Digital Assistant’: Your Very Own AI Assistant for Writing Contracts and Proposals

Cross-Tools Automation Now Available for Proposals, Contracts, and Invoices

New Indy Pro Prices Taking Effect March 1st, 2023

Indy has all of the tools you need to manage your career as a content creator, from project management to calendars to proposals. 

How Indy Tools Can Boost Your Content Creation Strategy

How to Use Indy Tools to Take Your Content Creation to the Next Level

We commissioned a new logo to bring our evolving brand to life. Here you can learn all about it and its deeper meanings.

Introducing the New Indy Logo and the Story Behind It

Ready for some exciting Indy updates? Discover how this new and enhanced visual experience will improve your workflow and make your branding shine.

Coming Soon: Line Item Templates, Bigger Logos, and More

Indy Guest Post Guidelines

Announcing a special Indy partnership with Upflex that will get you access to on-demand workspaces that set your freelance business free.

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