As a freelance recruiter, your job is to implement recruiting strategies, interview and screen candidates, and generally act as a source of employees for one or more companies. Freelance recruiters typically work on a contractual basis instead of as a direct employee. You can also find work with larger recruitment agencies that can leverage their size to offer more recruitment options. Success in this career involves understanding what the client is looking for in a new hire, finding someone who matches that description, and ensuring they're the best possible fit. Many freelance recruiters conduct background checks and leverage a variety of tools, such as web portals, databases, referrals, and social media, to find candidates.