If you are not happy with the results below please do another search
That’s right, after 10 years operating in the Netherlands we finally have a new Dutch language website. We began life in Amsterdam representing English copywriters in the Netherlands, then across Europe. And not soon after we added Dutch copywriters to the website. Now Dutch copywriting is a big part of our business in the Netherlands. […]
‘Freelancing’ is no longer an euphemism for being out of work. In the States, where the economic situation is on the up, freelancers are an important force in the success of agencies pitching for new clients or realizing big projects. So, what is the future of freelancing? The American industry magazine Advertising Age recently published […]
I was born in 1973. Which means I’ve been part of that lucky and unique generation that has lived through the transition from analogue to digital. I remember telephone operators. I remember strips of 4 flashbulbs on 110 film cameras that actually “popped” when they fired. I remember talking to girls on a rotary phone […]
Why should international agencies hire a Dutch creative as opposed to an Englishman, German or French? If it’s for an international campaign, what’s the benefit? Erik Rolf, freelance ‘Nederlands’ copywriter, explains why it’s always best to go Dutch. To illustrate why the Dutch advertising industry and Dutch creatives in particular are the best I could point […]
Do people actually read your website? You spent a long time writing it or a lot of money on a copywriter, so it’s an important question. Don Seidenberg, an American freelance copywriter in Amsterdam, is one of The Collective’s online copywriter specialists and here he gives some inside ideas to get your website read. The most […]
Dear freelancers, we have narrowed our anniversary celebration ideas down to two… we could do one or both depending on you. What are your thoughts? Would you participate in either? OPTION A: Round-table discussion Fraser suggested a round-table event at De Kring in Amsterdam to discuss. ‘What do agencies look for from freelancers and freelance […]
Dear Freelancers! On the 24th of February, The Collective will be moving to our new office at: Keizersgracht 205, 1016 DS Amsterdam. On the 24th itself and afterwards you can still reach us on the same phone number as now: 020-320 5319. The invitation for a drink will follow soon! – – – – – […]
In these depressed times we’re all looking for more work. Here are 10 ways to help you get more freelance assignments from The Collective… 1. Say hello Come by The Collective. There’s no substitute for meeting you to keep you top of mind. Bring chocolates or flowers or both. Or just email us regularly […]
This month: Noah returns Trendwatching What’s it all about, Aldi? (End-of-month drinks) ——————————– Noah returns The Collective are delighted to welcome Noah Ykealo back to the office now that Casper has returned to Finland to complete his studies. Noah will be taking over where Casper left off, looking after intake of new freelancers and assisting […]
In this edition Want to spend a month in the spotlight? Help improve The Collective’s search ranking Sky Radio Run, 5th September ———————————- Want to spend month in the spotlight? Last month we launched our new website feature where one of our freelancers writes a short article about their views on the advertising world. Martin […]
In this edition: All-new Monthly Drinks Writing for The Collective website Blow Your Own Trumpet Party People Soccer Stars Next Up – Beach Volleyball —————————- All-new Monthly Drinks Following the success of our Website launch/5 year anniversary gathering at P.King Cafe, we have decided to introduce a bit of variation to our monthly drinks by […]
Spring has truly sprung and The Collective are in celebratory mood. We’ve got a number of social events lined up, all of which are superb opportunities for you to mix and mingle with clients and fellow freelancers. Who knows, you may even talk your way into a job or two…… In this month’s edition: Party […]