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ACD Copywriter - Freelance

San Francisco, CA · On-site

This is a freelance role from ASAP through September 25, 2026. ROLE REQUIREMENTS * Concept and ... expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic ...

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Freelance Strategy Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$138 - $165/hr

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Lakeville, MN

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ACD Art Director - Freelance

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$4.8K - $5.0K/wk

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Program Manager - Freelance

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$65 - $85/hr

... counsel. For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML. Who We Are Looking For: VML is hiring a Freelance Program Manager to oversee end to end program ...

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Program Manager - Freelance

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90 - $117/hr

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Freelance Program Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

... counsel. For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML. Freelance Program Director (open to remote EST or CST) Who we are looking for: VML is seeking a ...

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Account Supervisor - Freelance

Chicago, IL · On-site

$83 - $96/hr

... counsel. For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML. . VML Account Supervisor- (Freelance) Location(s): Dallas, Kansas City, Chicago (Hybrid) Who we are ...

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Account Supervisor - Freelance

Chicago, IL · On-site

... counsel. For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML. VML Account Supervisor- (Freelance) Location(s): Dallas, Kansas City, Chicago (Hybrid) Who we are ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance counselor in the United States is $25.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance counselor?

A Freelance Counselor is a self-employed mental health professional who provides counseling services independently rather than working for a specific organization. They often work with clients on issues such as stress, anxiety, relationships, and personal development. Freelance Counselors have the flexibility to set their own schedules, choose their clients, and offer sessions in-person or online. They may work with individuals, couples, or groups and often handle their own administrative tasks, such as marketing and billing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freelance counselor?

To thrive as a Freelance Counselor, you should possess a background in counseling or psychology, hold relevant certifications or licenses (such as LPC, LMHC, or similar), and have expertise in various therapeutic techniques. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, secure record-keeping software, and confidentiality standards like HIPAA is essential for delivering services remotely or in-person. Strong interpersonal communication, empathy, and self-management skills distinguish top professionals in this flexible role. These skills ensure you can build trust with clients, effectively manage a diverse caseload, and maintain professional standards in a freelance setting.

What types of clients and issues do freelance counselors commonly work with?

Freelance Counselors typically work with a wide variety of clients, including individuals, couples, families, or groups seeking support for issues such as anxiety, depression, career challenges, stress management, and relationship concerns. The diversity of cases means that every week may present new challenges and opportunities for growth, and counselors often tailor their approach to each client's unique needs. Freelance counselors may operate independently or collaborate with clinics, schools, or businesses on a contract basis. This flexibility allows you to choose areas of specialization, work environments, and client types that align with your expertise and interests, making the role both dynamic and rewarding.

Which type of freelance counselor makes the most money?

In the freelance counseling field, mental health counselors specializing in areas like addiction, trauma, or clinical psychology tend to earn higher rates due to specialized skills and certifications. Counselors with advanced degrees, licensure, and experience in private practice or consulting generally command higher fees. Income varies based on niche, client base, and geographic location, but specialized and licensed counselors typically make the most money.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Counselor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,365 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

ACD Copywriter - Freelance

AKQA

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Concept and write up to 30 comedic product spot scripts for social media and traditional CTV formats.

  • Develop big ideas and translate them into sharp, comedic scripts tailored to specific social platforms and formats.

  • Collaborate with the creative team to produce a high volume of quality deliverables within tight timelines.

Job description

At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients.
Copywriters at AKQA apply artistry and craftsmanship to strategic insight to create and bring to life beautiful ideas that move the world. Skilled storytellers and conceptors, they work in a multidisciplinary environment to develop ideas that delight customers and deliver results for clients. The most exciting of them are big thinkers with a sharp comedic instinct, able to distill a product benefit into its simplest, funniest form and tailor it to feel native wherever it lives
We are seeking a conceptual Associate Creative Director (ACD) Copywriter to join an existing team on a fast-moving campaign stream for one of the most recognized consumer tax software brands in the world. You will help the team concept and write a few comedic product spot scripts, showcasing the product benefit in the simplest and funniest way possible. The work leans heavily social in length and format (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook), with some more traditional CTV in the mix. Our internal team with this exact skillset is already on the project and at capacity, so we are bringing in additional senior support to help move a large volume of deliverables through the pipeline without dropping the bar on craft or comedy. This is a freelance role from ASAP through September 25, 2026.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
  • Concept and write up to 30 comedic product spot scripts on the campaign stream, showcasing the product benefit in the simplest and funniest way possible
  • Develop big ideas and translate them into sharp, comedic scripts across social-first formats, with some more traditional CTV
  • Tailor tone, length, and format to the specific needs of each social platform, ensuring every spot feels native to TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook
  • Bring an ACD-level point of view, elevating ideas and self-editing sharply to keep quality high under a tight timeline
  • Work quickly and collaboratively alongside an existing creative team to move a high volume of deliverables through the pipeline
  • Contribute to a culture of creative excellence, pushing for the most distinctive and effective solutions at every stage of the work

QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS
  • A compelling portfolio demonstrating big ideas and strong comedic chops across a variety of tones
  • Proven experience as a conceptual copywriter at the ACD level
  • A gift for distilling a product benefit into its simplest, funniest, most memorable form
  • Fluency in the tone, pacing, and formats of social-first content across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, with the range to write for CTV as well
  • The ability to produce a high volume of quality scripts at speed within a collaborative team environment
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Collaborative, receptive to feedback, and motivated by delivering work that is as smart as it is funny

Location & Commitment
  • Remote; can be done from anywhere in the United States within approved states
  • August 31, 2026 through September 25, 2026
  • 40 hours/week
  • Expected weekly compensation: 4,800 to 5,000 USD

We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

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