Freelance Series: Creative Resources for Freelancers in Amsterdam
When I first moved abroad to Amsterdam in 2009, I honestly didn’t have much of a plan. I knew I wanted to spend a year living in Europe. And I knew that I wanted to continue my past experience in photography and storytelling. A decade later, here I am — still living and working in Amsterdam as a freelance creative. I made it happen!
But, in full transparency, it wasn’t an easy path.
It took a few years (and a lot of hustling!) to get my freelancing career off the ground. If you’re new to freelancing in Amsterdam, check out my post about Tips for Freelancers in Amsterdam. That’s a great post for getting started.
Over time, most of the impostor syndrome has worn off, and I’ve figured out some balance to working as a freelance creative in Amsterdam.
I get a lot of questions and do my best to share my experience with others. Freelancing is indeed competitive, and many others want to hoard their tips. However, having a community mind and being helpful to others is far more positive. I learned from a lot of trial and error along the way, and if my experience can help someone else, I think that’s great! Knowledge is power.
Resources for Creative Freelancers in Amsterdam
Favorite Podcasts
Honey Talks as a co-host and co-producer, I’ve gotta hype our show, of course! Season 2. Check out our episode From Side Hustle to Entrepreneur
Creative Pep Talk Podcast offers motivation and tips for people in the creative industries.
The Blonde Files and Dream Bigger both feature interviews with many women entrepreneurs
Not Your Average Jo a multi-topic show with inspiring stories about travel and freelancing
Favorite Books
The Artist’s Way a book many consider a core part of their creativity and a book that I’ve always found myself coming back to time and time again
Hey Whipple, Squeeze This a must-read for any budding copywriters
Creative Personal Branding gives you a great look at how to build your brand
Lonely Planet’s Guide to Travel Writing is an excellent resource for budding travel writers
Have a question about freelancing in Amsterdam? Feel free to get in touch!
