Freelancer

The video explains the concept of freelancing, starting with a student's cartoon for a school newspaper. It defines a freelancer as a self-employed person who works for anyone willing to pay. The term 'freelance' originated in medieval times when soldiers, called 'freelances', chose whom to fight for based on payment. Today, it applies to writers and musicians who don't work full-time for one company. The video concludes with a discussion on the student's unpaid work for the school newspaper, highlighting the need for practice.

What is a freelancer?

What does it mean to be 'your own boss' as a freelancer?

How did the term 'freelance' originate?

What types of professionals are typically considered freelancers?

Why does the speaker believe they need practice before getting paid?