Boy, that word 'remote' sounds so lost at sea, far from everything, missing in action, out of sight and out of mind.

The reality can be quite different. I work successfully with many agency people I have not yet met in person--and nobody has ever insisted that I fly to San Francisco, Dallas, Atlanta or New York to put a face with a place the next morning.

In fact, many progressive agencies like the idea of having team members working at a distance. They can hire people as needed and avoid taking up long-term space for short-term assignments. But they have to be selective.

Issues with remote

Remote is a problem when a freelancer is not responsive to communications or responsible about delivering. In such situations, absence makes the heart grow resentful and adds unnecessary time to the producer's schedule.

My rule is that I need to perform as if I am working full time with the company but never asking about health insurance, time off or codes for the restroom.

When in doubt, look about. Remote can work for you.