Career Questions tagged Freelance Graphic Designer

Should I pursue a full time job in marketing or freelance to build an agency?
In my previous job at a large family fitness facility I was a marketing associate and customer experience manager, this meant I did everything from crafting marketing campaigns to fulfilling the services. Design the menu and work in the kitchen...I designed all banners, posters, merchandise,...

How hard is the schooling to be a graphic designer?
Is it mostly art classes, or are there other mathy or sciency classes you need other than the core classes?

What are some freelancing requirements or tips ?
What does it take to be a freelance artist/graphic designer? Does it require anything or do you just start? Is there also any strategy to marketing to an audience?