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freelancer
A person who independently practices a scientific, artistic, literary, or teaching profession and works not as an employee, but for various clients.
Als freiberuflicher Grafiker kann er sich seine Arbeitszeit selbst einteilen.
As a freelance graphic designer, he can organize his working hours himself.
The word is made up of 'frei' (free) and 'Beruf' (profession). It therefore describes a person who is 'free' in their profession, meaning they are not permanently employed by one employer.
Sie genießt es, als Freiberuflerin ihre Projekte frei wählen zu können.
She enjoys being able to choose her projects freely as a freelancer.
Besides the noun 'der Freiberufler' (freelancer), the adjective 'freiberuflich' (freelance) is very common. You can say 'er arbeitet als Freiberufler' (he works as a freelancer) or 'er arbeitet freiberuflich' (he works freelance). Both sentences have the same meaning.
Er arbeitet als freiberuflicher Übersetzer.
He works as a freelance translator.
Common verbs used in connection with this word are 'arbeiten als' (to work as), 'tätig sein als' (to be active/work as), or 'sich selbstständig machen als' (to become self-employed as). These describe the beginning or the state of freelance work.
Nach dem Studium hat er sich als Freiberufler selbstständig gemacht.
After university, he became self-employed as a freelancer.
freelancer
Both words refer to a self-employed person who works for various clients. “Freelancer” primarily emphasizes the flexible, often project-based form of work; “Freiberufler” more specifically refers to self-employed work in certain scientific, artistic, literary, or teaching professions. Use “Freelancer” for the way of working and “Freiberufler” for the profession.
Als freiberuflicher Lehrer arbeitet er selbstständig für verschiedene Bildungseinrichtungen.
As a freelance teacher, he works independently for various educational institutions.
Als Freelancer arbeitet er selbstständig an verschiedenen Projekten für mehrere Auftraggeber.
As a freelancer, he works independently on various projects for several clients.
