FREE PLATFORMS to Apply for an Online Job as a Newbie Freelancer
The question I always hear is… Where to apply for an online job?
I’ve been freelancing for three years now and I am still not a pro at it. I’m still learning and doing a lot of work to make my skills better.
I remember that it was very difficult for me to land a job because I never had a solid experience in freelancing. To be honest, this blog is the only thing I have to showcase my skills and the work that I can do. It made my journey a bit easy because I have a portfolio to show, but still, it took me a lot of rejected applications before I had my first freelance work.
If you are a beginner, here are a few platforms to apply where you can land your first client.
Where to Apply for an online job?
Onlinejobs.ph
Onlinejobs.ph is a platform where Filipino freelancers connect to employers who need help.
How does it work? You apply for the job directly to the client, and it removes the middle man. It will be you and the client to discuss how you want your hours to be recorded or if you want a fixed salary, and how you will receive your salary.
I got my first client onlinejobs.ph as a writer. It was a good first client and a good gig. However, during this experience, I realized that I do not want to offer my writing skill because I am not good at writing especially if I am not passionate about the topic.
TIP: If you are a first time freelancing, it is good to try different roles and offer different skills until you find you that works for you.
Upwork
Upwork is a freelancing platform where enterprises and individuals connect in order to conduct business. It offers a range of jobs from hourly to fixed projects, short-long term projects, and even entry-level to expert-level tasks.
Upwork is my most used platform to find clients.
I like Upwork because you do not need to worry about how your clients can pay you. You’ll have all your payments on the platform, however, Upwork gets 20% cut for your first $500 income per client.
I knew a lot of people who got clients and jobs through Facebook.
It is good practice to introduce your skills to your friends and maybe your friends know someone who needs your skillset.
You can find a lot of Facebook groups too where you can apply for Freelancing Jobs.
I hope this list is helpful for your freelancing journey.
If you have more tips, please share on the comments below.
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armiegarde
Thank you for putting these out there, Ronneth. A lot of people nowadays are seeing the beauty of freelancing, especially in the middle of pandemic when many have lost jobs. There is always something for us to do when we keep looking. These websites are just a few of the many places where they can look for opportunities online. If we couldn’t find the freelancing jobs we are hoping to do, then we create it. 🙂 Happy Sunday, Ron. Keep safe.
Aldrin Suan
Finding jobs online is much easier now because opportunities are everywhere. Businesses are seeking for new talents and the online platform can be help for them – an ultimate game changer for businesses and job seekers. This article is a good one! Good job!
Rome Nicolas
Going beyond OnlineJobs and Upwork is really the key to a successful online career. Personally, I’ve found some success in OnlineJobs platform but also figuring out now how to get more clients from LinkedIn and other methods.
Marie Angelique Villamor
I only tried Upwork before then I had to give up freelancing because of an office job. But this time, it looks like that my freelancing job gives me more financial comfort than the office set-up. Although I did not give up both jobs, I am looking for ways where I could balance the two.
Philip Andrew D. Mayol
This is a good topic wherein people nowadays lose their jobs and would want to venture into something else to still earn an income for themselves or for the family. They are lots of ways to find an online job. Good thing, though, that you have pointed out some possibilities for people to look for one. But actually, social media can also be a good channel like LinkedIn, Instagram or somewhere where you showcase or sell your skills.
Marco Yambao
Wowww! Saving this incase needed ni puhon2 haha. And yes, I think daghan sad jud nangita ug work ron especially for freelancers. Hope they also see this ❤️
Maurice Jitty Villaester
I’ve been using Onlinejobs.ph to look for clients, and it worked wonders for me. So glad that these platforms are there to help us especially during these trying times.
Fernan
I’m amazed by those who find success in freelancing because it’s tough to find loyal clients. Thank you for sharing this. For the beginners, I hope you will not give up until you find what works for you. Growing your network and demonstrating your skills are also great to do.
iggy go
I’m not really surprised on the first two (2) but facebook? I’m not so sure as there are fake online jobs there like online job kunu pero networking diay but I dunno since any sales or knowledge work these days are blending/leaning online? Usahay naapod online work pero kanang tig survery or click to earn hahaha nadamay akong manghud ani nya had to explain to her what online freelancers do