More and more IT workers choose freelance work. This choice is usually determined by the freedom to choose clients, projects and their quantity. Also, perhaps the biggest advantage of such a job is the ability to work anywhere and anytime. A number of job search platforms have been created to make it easier to reach your clients, and for the latter, an employee. These platforms are somewhat different from each other, so it is important to know their nuances and choose the most suitable one for you. In this post, we will discuss 5 of the most popular platforms to help you choose yours!
Guru
Operating even since 1998, this platform was created to connect all freelancers and employers. Currently, over 2 million workers are registered here. In addition to direct job offers in the IT field, you can also find lecturer jobs here. Using this platform, you can contact employers directly. It is safe because the registration is based on the principle of membership. The initial membership plan is free.
www.guru.com
PeoplePerHour
Operating since 2007, the platform connects over 1 million businesses and freelancers. As the name of the platform suggests, it focuses on hourly or project-based job offers. Each request is reviewed by moderators to ensure the best match between employers and employees. In addition, employees can offer their services here. After completing the work, the employer can leave feedback. The higher your rating, the more and better paying offers you will receive! The initial membership plan is free.
www.peopleperhour.com
Upwork
UpWork is probably the most popular and largest job search platform for freelancers or teams. When you register, the platform automatically offers you jobs that match your skills. Each order has its own separate "workspace" where you can safely send and receive jobs, leave feedback or send messages. A secure payment system is also installed here. However, due to the extremely large number of members, there is also considerable competition here, and joining is paid.
www.upwork.com
Fiverr
On this platform, freelancers can offer their services using a so-called "gig" system, where each service has a fixed price. Fiverr is great for creative IT professionals as it's a great place to showcase your various skills. However, in order to earn more, this platform will not be the most suitable, and there are no complex orders here. Also, you will be required to pay 20% of the earned amount when searching for a job through this platform.
www.fiverr.com
Freelancer
You can search for both small orders and large projects on this platform. It is also suitable for IT specialists in various fields - from WEB development to working with data. Freelancer is especially suitable for beginner freelancers. However, just like the UpWork platform, you will face a lot of competition here and you will have to pay 10% of the amount earned.
www.freelancer.com
Which platform to choose is best decided based on your skills, goals and priorities. It is also worth considering what type of projects you would prefer, what kind of competition you expect and what kind of payment arrangement is most acceptable. However, freelancing these days offers extremely wide and flexible opportunities, so if you want to retrain in the IT field, it is definitely worth considering such an option as a main or side job.
