Agenda
Freelancers & Independent Contractors Roundtable
Toiya Kristen Finley (Narrative Designer, Game Writer, Editor, Consultant, Schnoodle Media, LLC)
Souha Al-Samkari (Writer/Voice Director, Truant Pixel)
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Track:
Career, Culture & Sustainability
Audience Level:
Entry-Level
Format:
Roundtable
Vault Recording: TBD
Audience Level: Entry-Level
Freelancers and Independent Contractors Roundtable: New to Freelancing
Shocking studio closings and project cancellations have left the industry volatile, forcing freelancers to rethink their business strategies and places in games. This roundtable will cover how freelancers are adjusting to these changes and what has and hasn't worked. Most importantly, this roundtable is a community of freelancers and independent contractors offering support and guidance. Everyone is encouraged to share lessons learned through their real-life experiences. This roundtable is for those who are new to freelancing or interested in freelancing, but more experienced freelancers are encouraged to join the discussion.
Freelancers and Independent Contractors Roundtable: Veterans
Shocking studio closings and project cancellations have left the industry volatile, forcing freelancers to rethink their business strategies and places in games. This roundtable will cover how freelancers are adjusting to these changes and what has and hasn't worked. Most importantly, this roundtable is a community of freelancers and independent contractors offering support and guidance. Everyone is encouraged to share lessons learned through their real-life experiences and offer hard-earned, practical advice from their business practices and relationships with clients. This roundtable is for those who would consider themselves veteran freelancers.
Shocking studio closings and project cancellations have left the industry volatile, forcing freelancers to rethink their business strategies and places in games. This roundtable will cover how freelancers are adjusting to these changes and what has and hasn't worked. Most importantly, this roundtable is a community of freelancers and independent contractors offering support and guidance. Everyone is encouraged to share lessons learned through their real-life experiences. This roundtable is for those who are new to freelancing or interested in freelancing, but more experienced freelancers are encouraged to join the discussion.
Freelancers and Independent Contractors Roundtable: Veterans
Shocking studio closings and project cancellations have left the industry volatile, forcing freelancers to rethink their business strategies and places in games. This roundtable will cover how freelancers are adjusting to these changes and what has and hasn't worked. Most importantly, this roundtable is a community of freelancers and independent contractors offering support and guidance. Everyone is encouraged to share lessons learned through their real-life experiences and offer hard-earned, practical advice from their business practices and relationships with clients. This roundtable is for those who would consider themselves veteran freelancers.
Takeaway
During this roundtable, attendees will share what they've learned about their businesses, with the aim of helping each other develop better business practices, advocate for themselves, and improve their quality of life. The moderators will provide topics and facilitate discussions that are pressing issues for all freelancers.
Intended Audience
The Freelancers and Independent Contractors Roundtables cover topics of interest to independent professionals, including finding work, establishing professional rates, and negotiating contracts with prospective clients.