Ask HN: Does a Freelancer Need a Resume?

How else will the freelancer convey what they have done in the past, what they know and are interested in to a prospective client?

No, they need a business website for marketing their services and showcasing previous work.

Recruiters tend to insist on a résumé because it allows them anonymise and commoditise the resources they're selling to their clients.

By sending them a résumé you're playing their game and probably selling yourself short.

An actual client might ask for a résumé as well because she's used to receiving one but she'll probably be as happy - if not happier - with a website that not only details what you've been working on and how that benefitted your clients (rather than a cryptic bag of TLAs) but maybe also provides client testimonials underlining your ability to deliver.

No. I created one lately, after two decades. Even that is not a proper resume. More like summary on skills, references and a couple of career highlights.

No. I haven't used a resume/CV in a decade. Successful freelancers get work through reputation, word of mouth, a portfolio online.

yes. I am a freelancer and use a resume and code samples to get jobs.

can some freelancers show how they promote their work here?