Freelancing in the free world: being a nomadic creative

There’s a lot of talk about being a digital nomad but what about being a nomadic creative? In other words, someone who goes where the work is. For many creative types, this is essential. As a result, you end up getting in your car and forever feeling like you are on a road trip. But being a nomadic creative is a lot of work. It’s not just about going where the work is, but it’s about organising your life in such a way that you can constantly be in work, but also be able to cope with the rigours of constant travel. Let’s show you some of the practicalities, and personal components, involved in being a nomadic creative.  Travelling Right The best way to be a nomad is to have your own car. Some people like travelling via train, or public transport, but the big problem with this is that you are bound by the timetables. If you have a phone call at 6 pm for a job that is starting at 9 am 500 miles away, you’ve got no time to book a train, get on it, and set up any accommodation! You can get in your car, and off you go! But this means you’ve got to have your car in top condition. You don’t want it breaking down in the middle of nowhere. But this is easily fixed. You can learn how to maintain your vehicle, but also make sure that you book your car in for a regular servicing or a… Read More