The life of a freelance animator can be challenging, but also rewarding. Here are 15 Benefits of Being a Freelance Animator:
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1. Make a lot more money
2. Full control over how much you're paid
3. No income ceiling
![make more money, have full control and no income ceiling](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/2-8-1024x1024-1.jpg)
4. Full control over your time
5. Can choose projects you work on
6. Build your portfolio and reputation
![control your time, choose your projects and build your portfolio](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/3-8-1024x1024-1.jpg)
7. Real job security
8. Can work from anywhere
9. No office politics or bureaucracy
![job security, remote work and no office politics](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/4-7-1024x1024-1.jpg)
10. No micromanagers
11. Don't have to be the top 1% of animators
12. Can write off all expenses
![no micromanagers and tax benefits](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/5-7-1024x1024-1.jpg)
13. Can take off as much time as you want
14. High demand for freelancers
15. You can still work with big animation studios but on your own terms!
![take time, high demand and work with big animation studios on your own terms](https://businessofanimation.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/6-6-1024x1024-1.jpg)
Check out Business of Animation's blog for more in-depth tips on how to grow your animation business!