This is the definitive list of ways you can find remote freelance writing jobs (for beginners to experts) and precious tips to actually land quality gigs.
Finding freelance writing jobs can be challenging when you don’t have an established reputation and online presence.
As your business evolves, you’ll mostly get work from returning clients and referrals but, until then, you need to use every weapon in your arsenal to maximize your chance of landing gigs.
That’s why I created this massive list of over 70 ways to find remote freelance writing jobs and websites that pay writers.
In the end, you’ll also find my top tips and tricks to land more high-paying jobs. There’s some real gold there, make sure you check it out.
Remote Freelance Writing Jobs [For Beginners to Experts]
Let’s take a look at the best freelance writing sites out there.
Where to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: Curated Freelance Writing Job Boards
Curated job boards compile freelance writing jobs from several websites across the web.
Using them can save you a lot of time but the jobs advertised there are also highly competitive.
Put your best pitch forward 😊
1. Freelance Writing Jobs (FWJ)
FWJ is a curated freelance writing job board. You can find a brand new, detailed list of jobs every day.
Pros
- A new list of jobs daily (Monday to Friday).
- Jobs are perfectly organized in categories and come with details like whether or not it’s remote, client budget, etc.
- Low-paying gigs are excluded.
- Great time-saver because you won’t need to browse through several job boards.
Cons
- Each link takes you to a different website, so, there’s no streamlined way of applying for jobs.
- Positions are highly competitive because they get so much exposure on this website.
2. Freelance Writing
Freelance Writing is pretty much the same as FWJ but instead of creating a daily list, it is a “normal” list like most other job boards — which has pros and cons compared to FWJ.
Pros
- Great time-saver because you won’t need to browse through several job boards.
- Jobs are updated daily.
- You can use filters to easily browse through jobs.
Cons
- You have to open each job listing to know the details.
- Each link takes you to a different website, so, there’s no streamlined way of applying for jobs.
- Positions are highly competitive because they get so much exposure on this website.
3. Freedom With Writing
Freedom With Writing is different from the previous curated job boards. Instead of sharing jobs, they share websites and editors calling for pitches.
You can browse through their listicles or subscribe to their email newsletter and get calls for submissions right into your inbox.
Pros
- Freelance writing job opportunities are emailed to you.
- You can learn a lot from their case studies, eBooks, and more — all sent to you via email.
- There’s a wide array of niches and pay rates to choose from.
- All gigs are legitimate writing opportunities.
- It’s free.
Cons
- Many submission calls aren’t for niches popular among freelance writers.
- Each link takes you to a different website, so, there’s no streamlined way of applying for jobs.
Other Curated Job Boards
4. SolidGigs
5. Vollna
7. Opportunities of the Week Newsletter
Tips to Apply to Jobs on Curated Job Boards
At the end of this blog post, I’ll give you some general tips for applying to gigs but curated job boards are unique in some ways.
So, here are a couple of tips specific to curated boards:
- Choose one curated job board only and stay on top of it so you can be one of the first ones applying.
- Apply to jobs when you have very relevant experience and samples to show to make sure you’re a strong candidate (since there are so many people applying).
Where to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: Freelance Writing Job Boards
On freelance writing job boards, the gigs aren’t as plentiful as on curated boards because recruiters actually have to post the jobs there.
However, they have two advantages. 1) If you find and apply to those jobs before they’re distributed in curated boards you have a very high chance of being (at least) interviewed and 2) there isn’t as much competition.
8. ProBlogger
Don’t be fooled by the name.
ProBlogger isn’t just for people who freelance write for blogs. You can find all sorts of freelance writing opportunities there.
Pros
- Recruiters must pay at least a $70 fee to post a job on ProBlogger, so, you know every single gig is legit.
- It’s free for job seekers.
- Wide variety of niches to choose from.
- Most gigs are long-term offers.
Cons
- Each link takes you to a different website, so, there’s no streamlined way of applying for jobs.
- There’s no job offer screening process.
- Not many new job postings per day.
9. BloggingPro
BloggingPro is another platform where freelance writers can search for a variety of gigs, including blogging, content writing, copywriting, and editing jobs.
Pros
- Wide variety of gigs and niches.
- It’s free for job seekers.
- Recruiters pay $30 to post a job for 30 days — the jobs are likely legit but there’s no screening process.
- Employers must include their rates, which can’t be lower than $15/hour.
Cons
- There’s no job offer screening process.
- Each link takes you to a different website, so, there’s no streamlined way of applying for jobs.
- Despite claiming that their jobs are updated daily, at the time of writing, the most recent offers were one week old.
Other Freelance Writing Job Boards
12. Contently Gigs
13. nDash
14. Crowd Content
16. Contently
17. Verblio
18. ClearVoice
19. Skyword
21. WritersWork
22. Contena (expensive + there’s a waiting list to join)
23. Freelance Writers Den (paid + there’s a waiting list to join)
24. Journalism Jobs
The following two aren’t job boards but you can find pitching options there.
26. Where to Pitch
Where to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: Freelancing Job Boards
Freelancing job boards that aren’t specific to freelance writing often have more writing opportunities than niche, targeted sites.
This happens because they’re more well-known and end up attracting a greater number and wider variety of employers.
Most (if not all) of them have powerful filtering and keyword search options so you can easily find writing gigs among all the offers available.
27. Upwork
Upwork is the biggest marketplace of freelance writing opportunities, so, no matter which services you offer, there’s something for everyone on this platform.
My honest take on it is that you should only use Upwork when you’re getting started because it’s easy to land jobs and you can learn a lot from the feedback clients give you.
After you’re confident in your skills and have a few samples and testimonials, it rarely pays off to stay on the platform.
Pros
- Wide variety of jobs and niches to choose from.
- No monthly fee.
- Setting up an account is easy and you don’t have to market yourself.
- 30% of Fortune 500 companies hire freelancers on Upwork.
Cons
- Generally, the rates are quite low.
- You have to pay a 5 to 20% commission on your earnings, which ends up taking a big chunk of your income.
- Most jobs are crappy and you might end up wasting a lot of time scouring through jobs and applying.
- You need to buy credits to apply for jobs.
- There’s a new feature that forces you to pay to show clients you’re available for work.
28. FlexJobs
FlexJobs is a platform similar to Upwork. It specializes in connecting freelancers with freelance-seekers.
The key difference is that instead of paying a commission on your earnings, you pay a monthly subscription (plans start at $14.95).
Pros
- There’s a wide variety of jobs and niches to choose from.
- Setting up an account is easy and you don’t have to market yourself.
- You end up paying less per month than with Upwork.
- There’s a 30-day money-back guarantee.
- Every job is vetted by a member of the FlexJobs team.
- You can set alerts to be notified via email when a job matching your interests is posted.
- All jobs are remote, freelance positions.
Cons
- Generally, the rates are low.
- You have to pay the monthly subscription but it’s not guaranteed you’ll get work or make a profit with the jobs you land.
29. Fiverr
Fiverr is completely different from the previous two.
Instead of applying to jobs that clients posted, you create “gigs,” like the examples below.
Then, companies looking for freelance services browse through those gigs and contact the freelancers they believe are a good match for them.
Usually, the rates you can charge at Fiverr are painfully low, especially, when you’re just getting started.
But it’ll save you time since you don’t have to look for jobs. Clients come to you.
Similar to the previous two freelance marketplaces, you shouldn’t be on Fiverr for long. After you have some samples, testimonials, and experience, it’s time to move to high-paying gigs.
Pros
- Great for people with no experience.
- Will save you time since you don’t have to look for clients.
- There’s a lot of work to compete for.
Cons
- Not an option for experienced freelancers.
- Eye-watering low pay.
- You’re subject to clients finding and picking you — you can’t actively search for more gigs if you’re low on work, for example.
Other Freelancing Job Boards
30. Freelancer.com
31. PeoplePerHour
32. FreeUp
33. YunoJuno
34. OnSite
36. We Work Remotely
37. Working Nomads
38. Guru
39. goLance
Where to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: General Job Boards
You can also find freelance writing jobs online on general job boards.
Besides freelancing opportunities, you can find full and part-time offers as well as in-office jobs (instead of remote).
Honestly, I find it too time-consuming to browse through them but so do most freelancers! That means you’ll find some real hidden gems in general job boards.
Don’t make them your primary source of jobs but make sure you check them out once in a while and use filters to narrow down your search.
40. Indeed
Indeed is one of the most well-known general job boards out there. For this reason, you’ll find more freelance writing jobs here than on any other platform of its kind.
As freelance writers for hire, we’re used to sending our website or portfolio and LinkedIn profile. So, I don’t love that most jobs ask you to submit your resume.
But, to be fair, you only have to create your resume once and then you can apply to as many jobs as you want. It’s up to you to figure out whether or not it’s worth it.
Pros
- Clean website design.
- Doesn’t require you to search by location.
- Amazing search filters, including job posting recency, job type, experience level and education required, and more.
- A lot of freelance writing opportunities (compared to other general job boards).
- It’s free.
Cons
- You need to submit a resume to apply to most positions.
- The majority of jobs are full-time (albeit remote).
41. GlassDoor
This platform works like any other of its type. Employers post job openings and you read through the details and apply if you’re interested.
However, compared to other general job boards, I really love GlassDoor. Here’s why:
Pros
- Clean website design.
- Doesn’t require you to search by location.
- Amazing search filters, including job type (e.g. contractor), job posting recency, company rating, “Work From Home Only,” and more.
- You can get job alerts delivered to your email inbox for free.
Cons
- Most offers are for full-time positions.
- Not many freelance writing opportunities.
Other General Job Boards
42. Job.com
43. Monster
44. Simply Hired
45. The Muse
46. ZipRecruiter
47. Behance
48. CareerBuilder (mostly full-time positions; US jobs only)
49. Craigslist
50. MediaBistro
Where to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: Freelance Writing Websites That Pay
Full disclosure: most “freelance writing websites that pay” are actually content mills.
One con that is common to most, if not all, content mills is that you’ll be ghostwriting.
Even if you’re developing your skills and making a few bucks in the process, you won’t get credited for your work, which is not good for your portfolio or reputation.
Also, in the majority of cases, the rates are very low.
To be clear, I don’t recommend any writer works for content mills.
You won’t get the recognition or pay you deserve for the work you put in. But I still listed them here for anyone interested.
51. Scripted
Scripted is a content mill, just like all other websites in this section. However, there are a few key features that make it stand out as potentially the best content mill.
Pros
- You can expect to be paid between $0.05 and $0.10 per word, which is good when compared to other content mills.
- No commission or subscription fees. It’s totally free for writers.
- You get to pitch to assignments you want to perform and set your rate (which must be above a minimum price Scripted establishes).
Cons
- Only available for US, Canada, and EU residents.
- Most jobs are “invite-only.”
- The deadline is two days for all assignments.
- There’s no limit to the number of revisions clients can request.
- You can be dropped from the platform abruptly without much justification — yeah, I found some nasty reviews about this platform 🤨
- If you’re not accepted as a Scripted writer, you can’t reapply.
Other Freelance Writing Websites That Pay
In this list, all options from iWriter to WriterBay are content mills (similar to Scripted).
At the time of writing, Compose.ly is offering above-average rates and iWriter seems to be in desperate need of writers. If content mills are your thing, make sure you check out those two.
Constant Content, Listverse, Medium, Vocal Media, and Newsbreak are other websites where you can make money writing but they’re completely different from content mills. Take a look at each one’s description if you’re interested.
52. iWriter
53. Compose.ly
54. Copify
55. Draft.co
56. Writer Access
59. WriterBay
60. Content Writers
61. Constant Content
Instead of being hired for jobs, you can write whatever you want and sell it at Constant Content. It’s more of a content marketplace than a content mill.
62. Listverse
On Listverse, you get paid $100 for 10-item, listicle-type articles. However, they can reject your listicle.
63. Medium
You can get paid for the content you publish on Medium after you’ve been accepted to their partner program.
It’s relatively easy to make some money there. But you’ll need to build an engaged following to bring in meaningful income.
Aside from making money from the time people spend reading your content, you can include affiliate links or sell your own products in your posts. Recently, a new tipping feature was added.
Medium is also a great place to practice your writing skills, learn from other writers, get feedback on your writing, and build a portfolio. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, sign up through my link.
It only costs $5/month. I’ll make a small commission at no extra cost to you — it’s a great way for you to support Free Worker Bee while growing your income and writing skills 😄
64. Vocal Media
Vocal Media is basically the same as Medium.
You can post the same content on both platforms to reach a bigger audience and make more money (as long as you add adequate canonical tags).
65. Newsbreak
Newsbreak is also similar to Medium and Vocal Media but it’s more geared toward news.
Still, you can build a following and make money in other niches by writing about the latest in your industry.
This platform used to be insanely profitable for writers. Now, it pays less than the previous two.
Where to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: Social Media
Oddly enough, social media is one of the best places to find freelance writing jobs from home.
Why?
Well, often jobs posted on social media aren’t as saturated as gigs posted on job boards.
Everyone is monitoring job boards and some websites are curating and distributing them even more (as you saw before).
That may also happen on social media but it’s more likely you find some gems.
66. LinkedIn
LinkedIn is basically the high-achiever cousin of Facebook. It’s an invaluable source to connect with prospects and fellow writers.
Every freelance writer must have a LinkedIn account. Period.
Pros
- Thousands of high-quality job offers.
- Recruiters can immediately know everything about you just by checking your profile.
- Even if you don’t get the job, you can connect with people who may give you work in the future.
- Great for networking.
- You can set job alerts that come directly into your email inbox.
- You can apply very detailed filters to easily search through jobs.
Cons
- Most jobs are part or full-time positions.
- Jobs are highly competitive because there are thousands of people on the platform.
Tips
- Make sure your LinkedIn profile is complete and optimized.
- Update your profile often.
- Network and connect with people in your niche and warm pitch them later.
- Get LinkedIn Premium to stand out when you apply for jobs (optional).
67. Twitter
Editors often post calls for pitches on Twitter. It’s a great place for you to see what they’re looking for and pitch relevant ideas.
You can also follow the editors of websites you’d like to write for.
This way, you’ll know when they post pitch calls and you can start building a relationship with them to eventually pitch them an idea, even if they don’t ask for pitches.
Following hashtags like #pitchparty and #callforpitches will also bring pitching opportunities right to your feed.
Besides connecting with editors, you should build relationships with fellow writers. You can learn a lot from them and potentially get writing opportunities as well.
Pros
- Calls for pitches on Twitter aren’t as competitive as gigs posted on job boards.
- You’ll have a good idea of what your prospects are looking for and tailor your pitch based on their calls for pitches.
- You can build relationships with editors and writers, which is super important to building a successful freelancing business.
Cons
- The effectiveness of this method depends on your niche and the type of services you offer.
- It takes more time to find great opportunities on Twitter than on job boards.
68. Facebook Groups
On Facebook, there are many freelance writing, freelance blogging, blogging, and digital marketing groups you can join.
In those groups, you can find jobs, ask questions, and network with other people in the industry.
Here are some good Facebook groups you can join:
- Cult of Copy
- Remote Jobs, Work Anywhere
- No-Fluff Writing Group
- Freelancing Females
- Freelancer & Content Writers
Where to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: Freelance Writing Agencies
And, last but not least, agencies.
To be accepted into an agency’s database, you usually need to fill in a job application, submit a resume, and do an interview.
Of course, you have the extra work of applying and the agency will take a cut of your pay but you’ll save a lot of time and money since you don’t need to promote your business as much.
After being accepted, the agency will reach out to you when an opportunity that fits your profile arises.
Here are some of the most well-known content-writing agencies.
69. Robert Half
Robert Half works a bit differently from other content agencies.
First, you only need to submit your resume to apply.
And second, besides getting job recommendations that you can apply to, you can directly apply to jobs on their website.
Aside from that, it’s pretty much standard. They’ll promote you to their clients, handle your payment negotiations, and advocate for you whenever needed.
Pros
- It’s free.
- You only need to upload your resume to apply.
- You’ll get access to high-quality jobs.
Cons
- All communications must go through the agency, which can be frustrating.
70. Creative Circle
To get into Creative Circle’s database and apply to their many job postings, you need to submit your resume and (sometimes) do an interview.
Then, you need to set your rates, niche, and expertise to get personalized job opportunities delivered to your inbox.
Pros
- It’s free to join.
- Most writing jobs pay well and you can get long-term gigs.
- You may be eligible for paid holidays and sick leave.
- You may be eligible to participate in their health insurance plans and 401(k) retirement savings.
Cons
- The job offers don’t provide concrete information because they don’t want to give identifying details about the companies.
- Most jobs are paid hourly instead of per project.
How to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: Cold Pitching
To finish, I’m going to talk a little bit about cold pitching (a.k.a. the best way to get freelance writing jobs) and give you some tips and tricks to help you land more gigs.
Cold pitching is one of the most effective ways to find freelance writing clients.
When a company posts a gig on a job board, you’ll have to compete with dozens of freelancers applying for that position.
When you take a proactive stance and drop them an email presenting yourself and your services, chances are, you’re the only one in their inbox.
Besides facing less competition, you’ll show potential clients that you’re the type of person who takes initiative and that you’re serious about your freelance writing business.
So, how do you cold pitch potential clients? Here’s the process:
- Find websites that fit your niche and that you’d like to write for.
- Figure out who’s in charge of their content creation by browsing their website or LinkedIn page and Googling them.
- Send them an email. Present yourself, your services, and your experience. Tell them how you can help and include a few relevant samples of your writing.
- If you don’t get an answer, follow up a few days later.
When cold pitching, you need to be ready to deal with rejection.
It’s totally normal. Don’t take it personally.
Cold pitching is a numbers game. Keep doing it consistently or you won’t get the results you’re looking for.
How to Find Freelance Writing Jobs: Tips & Tricks
Finding freelance writing opportunities is great but if you don’t know how to actually land them it won’t do you any good.
Here are my top four tips and tricks to successfully land jobs.
1. Write Great Cover Letters & Messages
DO: Create a draft of your cover letter to save you time.
DON’T: Send the same generic message to everyone.
Yes, you can and should create an outline of your cover letter but you need to tailor it for each pitch.
Include the name of the person you’re talking to (if you know the name, of course).
Genuinely compliment an aspect of their business and tell them how you can help them.
Simply saying you “write content” isn’t enough.
What results will your content bring? What will their business gain by working with you and not someone else? Make them an offer they can’t refuse 😉
2. Send Relevant Samples
DO: Send freelance writing samples that relate to the job you’re applying for.
DON’T: Send the same general samples in every job application.
This is a super obvious one but I still feel like it needs to be pointed out.
Let’s say you specialize in digital marketing.
If you want to write for a website about social media marketing you should send samples directly relating to that — not samples about search engine optimization or email marketing, even if you feel those are better written or on more reputable sites.
You’ll maximize your chances of being picked for the job with more relevant content writing samples simply because you’ll show you have experience on the topic right off the bat.
3. Always Follow-Up
DO: Follow up one to three times when you don’t get an answer.
DON’T: Spam people!
This is another simple thing that not all writers do.
We all know what it’s like to open an email or message and forget to answer because something came up.
Sometimes, you get so many emails that some end up at the bottom of the list and never get read.
Follow up on your proposal a few days later if you didn’t get an answer. It’s a simple trick that hugely increases your chances of success.
4. Download & Use the Freelance Writer Bundle
DO: Download the Freelance Writer Bundle and complete the tasks in the workbook.
DON’T: Download the Bundle and forget about it in a random folder.
If you’re new to freelance writing (or even if you’ve been doing it for a while but are still struggling), the goodies in this bundle will help you succeed and save you loads of time.
Of course, you could figure it all out by yourself through trial and error over months or even years.
But, when it comes to freelance writing businesses, time is literally money.
That’s why I created the Freelance Writer Bundle and I’m giving it away for free — to get you off the ground quickly and seamlessly.
Here’s everything that’s included:
 | Course & Workbook: How to Become a Freelance Writer With No Experience It’s basically an eBook course with extra resources and exercises. If you follow it along and complete those exercises, you can start making money freelance writing in 30 days or less. |
 | Freelance Writer Checklist When you break down the ultimate goal into smaller, more manageable ones and celebrate your small victories, it’s easier to stay motivated and achieve your goals. That’s why I created this editable checklist for you to use together with the workbook. |
 | Cold Pitching Spreadsheet Organize and track your cold pitching efforts. Save time and never let a freelance writing opportunity slip through your fingers. |
 | SEO Blog Post Checklist & Template The #1 freelance writing skill you need? Knowing how to write fire SEO blog posts. I included a template and checklist in the bundle to guide you through it. |
70 Ways to Find Remote Freelance Writing Jobs [For Beginners to Experts] — Key Takeaways
As you could see there are plenty of ways to find remote freelance writing jobs for beginners.
There’s something for everyone.
Generally speaking, job boards, agencies, and cold pitching are the best ways to get gigs.
You’ll be paid fairly for the work you put in and you have a better chance of getting great testimonials and samples for your portfolio.
Still, many writers decide to go for content mills or similarly low-paid gigs. That’s fine, too.
It’s not very likely anyone can make a full-time income that way but it can be an ok side hustle.
If you’re serious about becoming a freelance writer and want to bypass the fast-and-famine cycle, download my Freelance Writer Bundle (it comes with a course for beginners and a bunch of other goodies) 👇
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