Yes, this is definitely an undertaking that writers should seriously consider.
In this digital world, a website is nearly necessary to sell your services and manage your clips. Whether you are a journalistic writer, a technical writer or a copywriter, you'll need an online presence to manage your samples, net some new gigs and convince editors that you're the best writer for the job. Imagine the ease of telling a potential client where all your clips are, without worrying about sending large files and eating up email space!
At the very least, a freelance writer's website should consist of an introduction and some samples. On top of that, freelancers may want to add in a resume, a summary of experience and/or education, and a note about their rates, hours or strengths. A blog may also be a good marketing tool to use in communicating with potential clients.
