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Targeted Expertise 

Choose someone whose skills match your exact needs. 

Faster Start

Skip the back-and-forth and go straight to the freelancer you want. 

Tailored Response

Receive a proposal designed specifically for your needs and goals. 

Relationship Building

Start building trust and communication with a freelancer you’re already interested in. 

Find a Freelancer

Explore our directory of Conestoga freelancers. Review profiles, check out past work and request a proposal to find the right fit for your project.

How to hire a great freelancer

Hiring a great freelancer starts with clearly understanding your project needs. Begin by outlining your goals, deliverables, and timeline, then look for freelancers whose skills and experience align with your vision.

Review their portfolios, check past work or testimonials, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.

A great freelancer will not only have the right expertise, but will also communicate clearly, meet deadlines, and bring creative problem-solving to the table. The right match can make your project smoother, faster, and even better than you imagined.

How to be a great client

Great projects start with great collaboration—and being a great client makes all the difference. Start by providing a clear project brief, including goals, timelines, and expectations.

Communicate openly and respond promptly to questions or feedback. Trust your freelancer’s expertise, but also be available to offer guidance when needed.

Respect deadlines, give constructive input, and honor agreed-upon payment terms. When you treat your freelancer as a valued partner, you’ll build a strong working relationship—and get better results in the process.

FAQ

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Frequently Asked Questions.

These are the most frequently asked questions about our RFP process. We’ve provided detailed answers to help you get started and navigate the process with ease.

How do I hire a freelancer on Gig Marketplace? 

To hire a freelancer, use the “Post a Gig” page or reach out to the freelancer directly by reviewing their profile and submitting an RFP on the “Hire a Freelancer” page. Once the freelancer reviews your post or RFP, they will respond with a project proposal for you to review if the project is within their skillset and capacity. 

No, we do not have a minimum budget requirement. However, we encourage our freelancers to create their proposals that reflect fair compensation for their industry level skills, and they may refuse to submit a project proposal if your budget does not accurately reflect a fair budget for the services you’re requesting.  

Each freelancer on Gig Marketplace has graduated from our Gig Lab program, Canada’s first and only business incubator for freelance entrepreneurs. Each freelancer must also have industry level skills to become a freelancer on Gig Marketplace. If you would like to learn more about a certain freelancer’s qualifications, skills, or experience, you can also visit their profile to review this information.  

You and the freelancer will co-create payment terms together before the start of the project. 

No, Gig Marketpalce does not have fees or commissions for using the platform to hire freelancers.