In association with thinkBIGGER! and David Thomas Media Ltd Due to overwhelming demand, Business Toolkit for Freelancers is back with six new dates for summer 2020. Places on the first three dates will be allocated as a priority to those currently on the waiting list, who applied to attend previous sessions, but were unsuccessful in securing
READ MORE > Posted on 19 June 2020
In association with thinkBIGGER! and David Thomas Media Ltd Due to overwhelming demand, Business Toolkit for Freelancers is back with six new dates for summer 2020. Places on the first 3 dates will be allocated as a priority to those currently on the waiting list, who applied to attend previous sessions, but were unsuccessful in securing
READ MORE > Posted on 19 June 2020
In association with thinkBIGGER! and David Thomas Media Ltd Due to overwhelming demand, Business Toolkit for Freelancers is back with new dates for summer 2020. Places on the first 3 dates will be allocated as a priority to those currently on the waiting list, who applied to attend previous sessions, but were unsuccessful in securing a
READ MORE > Posted on 19 June 2020
We have a special voluntary fee pricing policy for this course. This is for people who have no access to training funds or want to delay payment until their finances are on a firmer footing. Details below. Who’s it aimed at? If you’ve been employed, are going through redundancy and want to set up as self-employed, this
READ MORE > Posted on 17 June 2020
Many people enjoy what a freelance life can offer. Choice and flexibility. But with these comes the need to be organised and on top of your finances. Already working in a rapidly changing media environment, with no guarantee of ‘a job’ in the industry, now more than ever freelance journalists find themselves in a precarious
READ MORE > Posted on 14 April 2020
The loan schemes are aimed at people who run businesses, where there is a problem with cashflow because of the pandemic. This technically includes freelancers who are sole traders, in partnerships or run their own limited companies. All are types of business in the UK. There are two main loan schemes: The Coronavirus Business Interruption
READ MORE > Posted on 13 April 2020
If you have been receiving income through payroll systems, under PAYE, the new Job Retention Scheme might help you. This scheme is being wound down through July – September 2021. This page refers to the scheme is it worked through 2020. This is the scheme that’s often referred to as ‘furloughing’. But there are a
READ MORE > Posted on 13 April 2020
With ongoing uncertainty over the government attempts to support jobs and income, this webinar will help you understand what help is available for freelancers and answer your questions. Updated with the latest government guidance, it will look at the different types of freelancing – PAYE, sole trader and Personal Services Company – and clarify what
READ MORE > Posted on 07 April 2020
The lockdown to tackle the Coronavirus outbreak has brought much of the media industry to a standstill and it has hit hardest at freelances who have found their work disappearing and who may miss out on Government support. This free webinar will bring together legal, financial and industry experts to look at the key issues
READ MORE > Posted on 03 April 2020
We’ll be touching on the following, including any specific advice from government for freelancers. Money management – Splitting personal and business finance Types of freelancer: PAYE vs self-employed Planning finances Support for freelancers from the government This is part of a programme of webinars and online support arranged by ScreenSkills/ITF for freelancers. Check out the
READ MORE > Posted on 02 April 2020