independent contractor
independent contractor — noun
1. a person or company that is paid to do a particular job for another person or or
a person or company that is paid to do a particular job for another person or organization, but controls their own methods, schedule, and tools instead of being directed by an employer
Apinya works as an independent contractor for three different design agencies.
independent contractor + for [organization] — works for multiple clients
The cafe hired an independent contractor to repair its broken kitchen pipes.
hire + independent contractor + to-infinitive of purpose
As an independent contractor, Gabriel pays his own taxes and health insurance.
The hospital decided to use independent contractors for its IT security project.
Unlike employees, independent contractors can choose which projects they accept.
- freelancer
More common in creative and media industries; an independent contractor often implies a longer-term or project-based arrangement than a freelancer.
- self-employed person
A broader term that includes anyone who works for themselves, not just those hired by another organisation.
- consultant
Often suggests specialised expertise and advisory work rather than hands-on execution.
- employee
Works under the direction and control of an employer; taxes and benefits are typically handled by the employer.
文法句型
independent contractor + for [organization]
work as an independent contractor
hire an independent contractor + to-infinitive
用法筆記
The legal criteria for classifying a worker as an independent contractor vary by jurisdiction. Tax authorities and courts typically examine the degree of control the hiring party has over how and when the work is done. Frequently contrasted with 'employee' in tax and labour-law contexts.