If you are a full time freelancer, looking for paid gigs, Craig’s List is one of the greatest places to find freelance gigs and also to network with other freelancers.

Craig’s List works by areas, so there is a directory listing for most big cities. But, their gigs section has opportunities for freelancers to work from home, so you can browse through all of their city directories and find gigs that you are qualified for. But, it is probably most beneficial to start in your area, as some of the opportunities require a meeting or interview. In order to find your city’s Craig’s List directory, simply type in your browser

YOURCITY.craigslist.org

Of course, fill in your city with the city you are closest to. You can also Google Craig’s List and type in your city that way.

Craig’s List has a specific section dedicated to freelancers; they call it the “gigs” section. Once you are at the Craig’s List directory, look in the lower right hand corner for opportunities marked, “Gigs”

Most cities list gigs for freelancers in:

1. Computers
2. Creative
3. Crew
4. Domestic
5. Event
6. Labor
7. Writing
8. Talent
9. Adult

As some freelance listers don’t always know exactly what genre their post should go in, you can always check out multiple sections for gigs in your area.

Another tip for Craig’s List:

• In their “Jobs” directory listing, under the writing, creative or web design categories, you can also find freelance gigs that the poster didn’t necessarily post in the Gig’s portion.
• Freelancers can utilize Craig’s List for More than Gigs!
• If you are a freelancer, another great way to utilize the popularity and exposure aspect of Craig’s List is to list yourself under the “Services” portion of their directory.
• If you’re looking for an office away from home, they have a lot of listings for under “Housing” for “Office Rental” opportunities. I found a lot of competition when searching for an office away from home, and ended up partnering with someone in a great office for a great price
• Sell stuff on Craig’s List! If you need to supplement your freelance income, Craig’s List is a great place to sell some of your unused items and make extra cash.

Good luck utilizing Craig’s List, it may be a simple website, but it has great potential and usefulness for freelancers!

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