Freelancer hub

On the freelancer hub you can:

MANAGE GIGS AND STAY CONNECTED

Respond to RFPs

Submit a proposal in response to a Request for Proposal (RFP) from potential clients. Fill out the ‘Proposal Submission to RFP’ form and it will be sent directly to the client.

Confirm project award

Once you have been awarded a project, complete the “Project Award Status’ form to confirm that you have secured the project. Keeping this information up to date helps Gig Marketplace admin track project progress to ensure client project requests are fulfilled.

Mark project as complete

Once you have successfully completed a project, fill out the ‘Project Completion’ form to update its status. This ensures transparency and allows Gig Marketplace admin to see that the work has been finalized. It also helps maintain a record of completed projects for future reference.

Explore additional resources

This page provides useful links to our blog, upcoming events, partner updates and grant opportunities. Stay informed by exploring these resources regularly.

Quick Resources

Gig Board

Any freelancer from the Gig Marketplace can submit a proposal to a Gig Board post. Check regularly for the latest opportunities.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION TO RFP FORM

When you receive a direct RFP from a company, submit your proposal here.

PROJECT AWARD STATUS FORM

Once you have been awarded a project from either a direct RFP or from the Gig Board, submit this form with the details.

PROJECT COMPLETION FORM

Upon completion of your project for a direct RFP or Gig Board client, submit this form to notify us.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION TO RFP

PROJECT AWARD STATUS

project completion

Gig Marketplace blog

Stay informed with the latest insights, tips, and industry trends in the freelance world through our Gig Marketplace blog "The Freelance Ledger". Whether you're looking for advice on securing clients, managing projects, or growing your freelance business, our blog offers valuable resources to help you succeed. Check back regularly for updates and expert insights!

AC Studio grant opportunities

Founders who receive funding can use these resources to hire Gig Marketplace freelancers for their projects, creating new opportunities and collaborations within the community.

AC Studio fund process

We ask freelancers to follow the process designed for grant funded gigs to help things process smoothly. Follow the steps below.

FAQ

Who can I speak to for help if I have an issue submitting a form from the Freelancer Hub?

If you encounter an issue with submitting any of the forms, please email admin@conestogagigs.ca for support.

No. The information in the Proposal Submission for RFP form will only go the designated client as well as Gig Marketplace admin.

No transactions take place on the Gig Marketplace. Clients and freelancers are expected to secure the appropriate service contracts between them. Payments are to be made directly from the client to the freelancer.

No fees or commissions are charged to freelancers for participating in the Gig Marketplace and securing projects. No commissions are charged to clients for using the platform or hiring freelancers.

Freelancers will receive an email to the address provided to Gig Marketplace admin notifying them that a new Request for Proposal has been submitted to their profile.

Freelancers are expected to visit the Gig Board regularly to view posts and submit proposals for relevant projects. There is no notification system for new posts.

Regular update windows are scheduled 3 times a year in September, January and May. The Gig Marketplace Concierge will reach out via email with details on the window. All freelancers who confirm an update will receive a link to a Sharepoint folder and a form to capture the new information for the relevant profile sections.

Yes. Any change to your business information requires a new form. That includes: new business name (if previously you were using your own name), new address, new email address or new bank account. If you require a New Vendor Setup form, email admin@conestogagigs.ca and we’ll help you make these changes.

Once you have secured a project through the Gig Marketplace, and filled out the Project Award form, your relationship is directly with the client. No communication goes through the platform until you complete the project when we ask you to complete the Project Completion form.