About This Class Are you a calligrapher or lettering artist trying to navigate the world of freelancing? Confused about pricing? Struggling to set solid company policies? Frustrated that your business is stagnating? This class, presented in a relaxed, conversational format, will help you navigate the best business practices and pricing strategies for your freelance business. I'm sharing the hard-earned insights I've gained over the past 10 years, to answer the most frequently asked questions I get about owning a calligraphy business. Whether you’re starting out in creative freelancing, transitioning from a different profession, or running a lettering business that just needs a boost, you will benefit from the concrete advice offered in this class. + Pricing: How to set competitive rates for yourself so that you earn a living wage + Discounts: When (and how!) to give discounts + Working for free: When to do work for free, and the pitfalls to watch out for + Commercial work: Why you should charge more to design a logo than a wedding invitation + Marketing: How to advertise in affordable and even free ways + Your rights: How to navigate copyright licensing and know your rights! _________________________ Find The Calligrapher's Business Handbook Worldwide: _________________________ ➤ More resources: _________________________ ➤ More from me: + My first book: Modern Calligraphy + Follow my Instagram and tag me in your projects: @mollysuberthorpe. + My other Skillshare classes: + Sign up for my Workshop News Bulletin to stay informed about my upcoming, in-person classes. + Visit the website I founded in 2016: Calligrafile.com, a massive online resource guide for lettering artists and creative freelancers, with 1,000+ recommended supplies, books, online classes, and helpful links. _________________________
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