This research paper presents the findings of a survey conducted to understand the interest of youth in freelancing, the skills they aspire to acquire, and their access to training for these skills. The survey concludes that most youths are inexperienced in freelancing and opt for freelancing to gain freedom and control over their work. The most sought-after skills in freelancing are digital marketing, web development, and content creation. Additionally, many beginners start freelancing for free to improve their skills. The study recommends that freelancers need the right gear, a desirable skill, a good reputation, and continuous self-improvement to succeed. The paper concludes that freelancing is expanding and offers many benefits but poses challenges like future work and income uncertainty. The study highlights the importance of constant skill development and growth for success in freelancing.

Index Terms- Freelancing, Skills acquisition, Training access, Novice freelancers, Digital marketing, Web development, Content creation.