I was a contractor in Northern California. Think “tech writer” but there are other gig workers including accountants, recruiters, graphic artists, etc. I worked for myself and contracted at the Fortune 1,000 firms and some start-ups. Mostly in-house. Sometimes 1099, sometimes W2 payrolled through an agency.
The gig economy was strong.
Gig workers are screwed.
I believe “gig” workers are now termed “side hustlers” check out “meet kevin” on you tube