What to look for in a Freelancing Website

  What to look for in a Freelancing Website

 

Those new to freelancing face a minefield of options when trying to choose the best freelancer site, out of the many options there’s is no ‘one size fits all’ so how can one choose?


Firstly it depends on experience for those trying to break into a new field or with less experience choosing one of the larger players may mean facing stiff competition which can translate to less work. In this case the best sites for freelance work are those with fewer members so less competition. Balance this the number of jobs available if there are no jobs to bid for its probably not worth being a member.

Most sites offer a free trial period so try out different sites look for fees, regulations, payment options and consider the usability of the site as you decide which the best freelancing sites are. Don’t be tempted to join all of them at once, most have limited bids per month but spacing these out maximises the time for evaluation. It also allows time to work on any jobs won.


Most freelancers have a preferred site which they feel is the best for freelance work and the internet is full of recommendations, what works at first may eventually become stale as one grows in experience. Don’t be afraid to move on and renew your search, perhaps it’s time to move to one of the bigger players?

Some of the more elite sites require portfolio submission or completion of test samples and if unsuccessful there is often a waiting period before resubmission is allowed. For more experienced individuals these may rapidly become the best freelancing sites with better work opportunities and possible higher rates of pay. They also may match freelancer profiles with possible jobs which can be an attraction.

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