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Freelancing is a life lived on shifting ground. One day, your inbox hums with possibilities; the next, it sits in silence. It\u2019s a path paved with uncertainty, yes, but also with possibility. For those who step into it, freelancing is less a career than a way of being. It requires an openness to the unknown, a willingness to say yes before knowing exactly how. Whether you\u2019re a writer, designer, filmmaker, or working in any other independent field, freelancing is a continuous process of learning, evolving, and forging meaningful connections.

Guneet Monga knows this well. An Academy Award-winning producer, she carved her way through the industry with persistence and instinct, learning on the job, finding opportunity in unexpected places. For her, freelancing is about stepping in, figuring it out, and letting the work lead you forward. We caught up with her at CultureCon<\/a> 2024, an annual gathering of artists, creators, and cultural leaders powered by The Art X Company and Festivals From India, where she shared what it takes to build something lasting in a world that offers no guarantees. From navigating uncertainty to building a network, certain themes stood out in our discussion, offering practical, hard-won insights into making a freelance career work. Here\u2019s what we took away:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Guneet Monga at CultureCon 2024, discussing the journey of a creative professional<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n



Building Skills by Saying \u2018Yes\u2019<\/strong>
Starting out as a freelancer often means stepping into the unknown. While the appeal of autonomy is strong, success requires more than talent. It demands perseverance and a willingness to embrace uncertainty. Early on, projects may not always be ideal. Some might be low-paying, brief, or even outside your comfort zone. But each experience helps you sharpen your skills, gain confidence, and grow your portfolio. The freelancers who thrive are often those who understand that learning happens on the job and that even small projects can lay the groundwork for bigger opportunities. \u201c\u201dIt is an art but one has to learn the art. Put in the time. It is not copy paste. Like we discussed in the panel you cant be a shadow of somebody you have seen. Its a beautiful industry to be part of, but be ready to work hard. A lot of us start as freelancers and for freelancers to sustain, you have to be a self-starter. You have to be optimistic about saying yes to opportunities,\u201d says the acclaimed producer.

The Quiet Work of Building a Network<\/strong>
Freelancing is solitary, but it isn\u2019t done alone. The people you meet, the ones who pass your name along, the ones who invite you in, matter as much as the work itself. \u201cWhen I came to Bombay, I did all my meetings in a food court at a mall,\u201d Guneet recalls. \u201cI only knew technicians like light vendors and catering vendors, and they introduced me to assistant directors, who then introduced me to directors.. You start building your network.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You make a connection, follow the thread. You send the email, show up for the meeting, shake the hand, remember the name. While this might sound unappealing to those of us who recoil at the thought of networking. You have to expand the meaning of the word. Networking is not all forced handshakes and transactional exchanges. It is about building a presence, a reputation, a body of work, a name that people trust. And over time, the calls start coming to you.

Learning the ropes through Internships<\/strong>
\u201cBe open to internships,\u201d Guneet advises. \u201cI started interning at 16. I worked on international films, took whatever opportunity I could. I\u2019ve been in news, journalism, video, music videos. Then I found my voice and my work in films. Wherever you can, get out there and get on the floor.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internships, paid or unpaid, offer something beyond just a line on a r\u00e9sum\u00e9. They are a way in, a chance to observe, to learn, to be in the room before you fully step into the industry. They give you access too, to processes, to people, to the way things actually work. And for freelancers, who don\u2019t follow a single fixed path, these early experiences can help shape the one you carve out for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Guneet Monga on the panel \u201cShaping the Future of the Creative Industry\u201d at CultureCon 2024<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n



Living With the Uncertainty<\/strong>
Some months, the calendar is packed, the checks arrive on time. Other months, the work slows and the inbox stays still. The unpredictability is part of it. Learning to manage these cycles is essential, Guneet hints at this when she says, \u201cThere\u2019s no fixed standard starting pay,\u201d says Guneet. \u201cIt could range from \u20b915,000 to \u20b930,000 when you start off. It\u2019s very dynamic, there is no rule. I often struggle with explaining this because there are other industries that will offer you much higher when you begin. But here, the growth is amazing if you have talent and know how to harness it. This is a city of dreams, and you can\u2019t put a number on it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The security of a salary doesn\u2019t exist here. Instead, there\u2019s the rush of the big project, the slow inhale of the in-between. You learn to plan for the quiet stretches, to make peace with the unknown, to trust that more work will come.

Always, Always Learning<\/strong>
While finding work is a major preoccupation for any freelancing another constant is to refine your craft, stay curious, keep your senses open to the world around you. This business involves all your senses.

You read. You watch. You ask questions. You pay attention to shifts in the industry, to new ways of working, to what sets great work apart from the rest. The best freelancers know that growth goes beyond honing your skill, it involves seeing more, listening better, stretching yourself and your craft beyond what you already know.

It\u2019s a philosophy that runs through Guneet Monga\u2019s work. Her company, Sikhya Entertainment,<\/strong> takes its name from the idea of lifelong learning. As she puts it, \u201cThis business involves all your senses\u2026 It is a piece of art that needs education and awareness.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Long Game<\/strong>
As the cliche goes there are no shortcuts in freelancing. It asks for discipline, patience, the ability to keep going even when the next job isn\u2019t yet in sight. But for those who stick with it, freelancing offers something rare: creative freedom, a career built on your own terms, the satisfaction of knowing you made it happen yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start small. Say yes. Follow the thread. Build the thing that only you can build. It won\u2019t happen all at once, but little by little, day by day, a career takes shape. You build something that only you can build. And that, in the end, is the reward.


Also read:
Culturecon returns to Mumbai<\/a>
<\/em>Crafting Serendipity<\/em>\u00a0where Nitya Iyer of Serendipity Arts Festival discusses her journey in festival programming and production<\/em><\/a>


For more articles on festivals in India, check out our\u00a0Read<\/a>\u00a0section of this website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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