I am having trouble getting freelance work. I am new at this and could use some advice.

Here is what I suggest. First you must have a portfolio of your samples. If you do, then look for temp agencies to show your portfolio. These temp agencies help find production and design jobs in large and small corporations and companies. For example, when I first moved to Dallas, I looked up a company called Art Squad. They found me a job in less than 2 weeks as a freelance designer for Blue Cross. I use Art Squad anytime work is slow. They always have some type of work, whether good or bad, but it all pays the bills. I have listed below a few places you should look into to help you find temp to full-time work.

Freelance job places:
http://www.creativegroup.com/
http://www.aquent.com/

Career building article and links:
http://www.sessions.edu/career_center