This week we were tasked with doing research on the pluses and minuses of working under Contract/Agency work. One of the main differences is the agency handles alot of the dirty work for you. As a freelancer you are essentially on your own, if someone treats you unfairly or pays unfairly and you wish to take legal action that is 100 percent on you. If you want health insurance or any other benefits that is also on you and tends to cost more as an individual than paying through your employer.
I think I would rather be contracted under an agency, especially early on in my career. Build up a reputation and make relationships, then perhaps freelance on the side. I am not one who enjoys the business side of things so if someone can handle that for me at least until I have an understanding of how to do all of that.
Job Links:
https://boards.greenhouse.io/pokemoncareers/jobs/5555296003
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/senior-product-designer-contract-to-hire-at-sleeper-3567804263/
https://seattle-wa.geebo.com/jobs-online/view/id/1282104255-contract-designer-/