American Society of Journalists and Authors

Advocacy Tools for FreelancersService

ASJA collects guides and tools to help freelance writers speak up about laws that affect their work, such as independent contractor laws. The tools are for use locally and nationally.

ASJA AwardsProgram

ASJA gives yearly awards for freelance nonfiction articles, books, and content writing. Some awards are open to any freelance writer. The 2027 submission period has not opened yet.

ASJA MembershipProgram

Joining ASJA gives writers access to training, networking events, shared resources, and a private members-only Facebook group. There are levels such as professional, associate, student, and retired.

ASJA Weekly NewsletterService

ASJA Weekly shares ASJA programming announcements and writing industry news.

Client ConnectionsProgram

ASJA's main yearly networking event, held with its national conference. Professional members get nine-minute meetings with editors, agents, and content managers chosen through a lottery.

Conference and Webinar RecordingsService

Watch recordings of past ASJA conferences and webinars. You can buy bundles, full conferences, tracks, or single sessions.

Find a WriterService

People who want to hire a freelance writer can search ASJA's member list by name, specialty, subject, or location.

Professional DevelopmentProgram

ASJA runs webinars, small mastermind sessions, and yearly conferences taught by experts on writing and running a freelance business. Most webinars are free for members, and some cost non-members.