What do you do if you want to choose between freelance and in-house graphic design careers?

It depends on your skills, experience and client portfolio. If you're average or a rookie, in-house / employee is your best choice, otherwise you'll be struggling to make ends meet. Also you can take a few freelance gigs while employed (side-gigger). Full-time freelancing (solopreneur) is for pros or seniors with enough clients to make a steady income.

Freelance or In-house? It totally depends on the person! Make a list of pros and cons for both the scenarios. Some of the points that might help you consider either of the options: 1. Working In-house will require you to move to a new city, calculate your travel time 2. Freelance may make you a little lethargic 3. Freelance can be more flexible 4. In-house work will allow you to socialize, meet new people, share new ideas. Take your time, add more points in this list and then decide which suits you the most.

Definitely i look for my position now - whether i am confident enough to handle any size projects which i come across & without any commitment in means of loans or study or etc., - if i pulled back with something i will spend some years in In-house but for sure i will come out from that and plan for Start my own or do freelance & Learn More

Well... from my experience. In-house agencies -> It's a great school with a salary. A great thing for beginners. You will learn a lot. Different tasks to work with, dealing with deadlines, stresses, and pressure from the Art Director. There are PEOPLE who are working with you shoulder-to-shoulder -> so you will learn how to deal/live/talk/collaborate with it. All that - definitely will help you in the future life. The freelance - do what/where you want. Keep in mind - "A dollar will never fly between an ass and a sofa". Yes, you choose your life balance (to be or not to be :), but in most cases - most good freelancers work more than 8 hrs a day, and earn more than in In-House. Choose wisely. :)

Of course Freelancing is better, but for job security I would opt for in-house graphic design career than freelancing and I would recommend this to everyone.

Regarding "work from anywhere" – actually, it's a self-lie :). You can work from Bali, Miami, Phi Phi islands, or any other warm place - but if you work hard, there is no time for you to chill on the beach with "Aperol" in your hand. And in this case, no, damn, matter where your laptop is placed - near the inaccessible ocean (you are working, remember!) or in a cozy house in cold Siberia. Solution? Work hard, Play hard. Find the way how to relax in any place you are living right now. Or take a vacation. :)

Freelance and in home working could be the same. But it depends on how much focus you have in home. Aside goals and achievements or whatever you wanna be in future, if you're not focus and can't do your plans on schedule, it might be lost. Working at home requires a peaceful and caring environment. Sometimes it's hard for others that you don't come out for hours!

I have experience in both freelance and in-house design and each one has it's merits and drawbacks. In my case, I did freelancing during a career break. It led me to work on some really incredible projects that helped me find my current remote "in-house" position. Part of the downside to freelancing however, is that you really have to be marketing yourself and seeking out work constantly. I tried things like Upwork with no success and only found a few freelance gigs thru connections and friends so the lack of consistent work/income can be difficult. Freelancing is definitely more flexible, but the rise of remote work can make in-house viable. Ultimately it's a balance of work fulfillment and life balance, but both options have pros/cons

When choosing between freelance and in-house graphic design careers, I first assess my preferences and career goals. Then, I evaluate the pros and cons of each option, considering factors like flexibility, stability, income potential, and work-life balance. Next, I explore freelance opportunities to gain firsthand experience and determine if I enjoy the autonomy and variety of freelance work. Alternatively, I seek in-house positions to collaborate with a team and work on long-term projects. Finally, I weigh the opportunities available in both sectors and make an informed decision based on my skills, interests, and aspirations.

Honestly I see that choice depending on the person, first of all if you are a person can have a commitment without supervision so you can go comfortably to the freelancing and passive income, else you choose inhouse jobs

Choosing to establish a small business is a viable third option that offers a blend of autonomy and the opportunity to make a structured impact. This choice isn’t just about career direction; it’s about initiating meaningful change and crafting solutions that deeply resonate with specific missions, such as mine: supporting non-profits or driving innovation in education. It’s an avenue for designers to fully express their creative freedom while adhering to responsible design principles, ensuring their work meets and surpasses client expectations. For some, like Kazmar Creative, it’s a way to align their values with their professional goals.

I would put as priority the type of project. Most of the times big projects, imply the work of bigger teams, more structured assignments and of course less possibilities of improvisation and chances of exploration. In a project like this one, being a freelancer or an outsider could create heavy pain to the team... In other big projects were as a freelancer you can maybe fit in with a stable team, I would suggest the first lines of projects process or the most creative rather than the high end lines of process were time and internal politics count more than design skills.

One thing that I know from both options (because I have experienced both), in-house graphic design can be a good choice for those who are looking for a financial stability. This option is also good for our career development as we can use the experience for future jobs. Just try to find remote job for this and it will be the best decision ever!