Answer: freelancer

AnswerCrossword Clue
FREELANCERIndependent
FREELANCERNonstaff writer, e.g.
FREELANCEROne not on salary
FREELANCERINDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
FREELANCERCharitable surgeon?
FREELANCERNon-staff writer, e.g.
freelancerA person who works freelance
freelancerone who works for his or her self, hiring out services also FREELANCE