THE PEOPLE YOU
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Tell us what you need help with and we will instantly connect you to the right professional freelancer to best support you and your business. Start a conversation, shortlist your favourites, book them and get to work.
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We don’t work with hobbyists. Every freelancer on our platform – from comms directors to graphic designers – is an experienced pro with a proven track record. Guaranteed.
SMART SERVICE
We’re about quality, not quantity. That’s why we sift through more than 4,000 specialists to give you just a handful of people we know will get the job done.
FAIR FEES
We'll help you find the people you need, where and when you need them. You pay them a fair fee for the work they do. We charge the freelancer a 15% service fee - and that's all there is to it.
SPECIALIST SUPPORT
Think of us as your external marketing department . Whether you need a new logo, an animated video, or a comms strategy – you’ve got the right crowd of specialists to get the job done at your fingertips.
HOW IT WORKS
Our smart technology does all the leg work for you. From finding the right freelancers to sorting timesheets, we make getting to 'job done' simple.
1
FIND FREELANCERS
As soon as you post your brief, we’ll start matching you with freelancers we think are a good fit for what you need.
2
HAVE A CHAT
After you’ve had a look at their backgrounds and portfolios, we’ll connect you directly – so you can discuss the project and agree costs.
3
GETTING THE JOB DONE
Once you book them on the project, they’ll get straight to work. Then they’ll ask you to you sign off the work and their costs.
4
EVERYONE GETS PAID
As soon as you've signed it off, we'll send you an invoice for their costs which will include our 15% service charge. And thats all there is to it.
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I was so impressed with the freelancers I was connected to. There were so many talented individuals to choose from! We have worked with some great freelance writers that have created really useful content.
tracy seidensticker
Global Branding & Marketing Professional at SHERPA
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We have filled multiple positions through The Work Crowd, both long and short-term. The platform was easy to use and the team are very willing to guide you through any issues you may have along the way.
JACQUI BEEL
Head of Brand & Content at POWWOWNOW
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I remember using The Work Crowd for the first time and my expectations were truly exceeded. We found the perfect and I mean perfect, freelancer, that really made a difference kicking off a big project
TRAVIS LEE STREET
Chief Marketing Officer at BIOBEATS
FAQ'S
We want to ensure companies are matched efficiently and cost effectively to trusted and flexible freelance talent. Below are some commonly asked questions. Should you have more, then call us on +44 203 828 8440.
Our trusted professional network of marketeers provide cost-effective and flexible business support
across the marketing mix, from PR, Communications, strategy, Digital, Social, Paid, Content, events and
more.
Our digital marketplace will instantly match and connect you to the talent you need to help you build, grow and amplify your business.
Simply shortlist your favourites, start a conversation, book your freelancers and get to work.
We have inbuilt messaging, contracts, timesheet sign off, invoicing and a secure payment gateway. What's not to love!
Our digital marketplace will instantly match and connect you to the talent you need to help you build, grow and amplify your business.
Simply shortlist your favourites, start a conversation, book your freelancers and get to work.
We have inbuilt messaging, contracts, timesheet sign off, invoicing and a secure payment gateway. What's not to love!
* Instant access: to industry-validated professional freelancers , working across Marketing,
Communications, PR and design.
* Trusted Professionals: We only accept the very best professionals within the industry into our community. Each member is verified and references taken prior to approving them.
* Account management: You will be assigned a member of our team as your account manager. We provide a free ‘concierge ‘service to answer any questions you might have and to help guide you through the process.
* Cost effective; Working directly with your freelancer through The Work Crowd can typically save you between 15-50%.
* Industry specific knowledge; By using intuitive algorithms we will match you with the right freelancers to meet your business needs and connect you immediately to get your project started.
* Saves time: No spamming, no need to spend hours filtering and no recruitment fees; what the freelancer quotes is what you pay!
* Payment protection: You take advantage of our payment protection gateway to ensure a smooth delivery. Once an invoice is paid funds are held in a client escrow account until you release them. This provides security for both sides – you that the work will be completed, with payment to the freelancer made only once you are happy with it. For your freelancer that if they do the work they will be paid. This is why we recommend to freelancers that they invoice upfront. However, if you are not comfortable with this please discuss with your individual freelancer .
This is how extraordinary projects are created and delivered.
* Trusted Professionals: We only accept the very best professionals within the industry into our community. Each member is verified and references taken prior to approving them.
* Account management: You will be assigned a member of our team as your account manager. We provide a free ‘concierge ‘service to answer any questions you might have and to help guide you through the process.
* Cost effective; Working directly with your freelancer through The Work Crowd can typically save you between 15-50%.
* Industry specific knowledge; By using intuitive algorithms we will match you with the right freelancers to meet your business needs and connect you immediately to get your project started.
* Saves time: No spamming, no need to spend hours filtering and no recruitment fees; what the freelancer quotes is what you pay!
* Payment protection: You take advantage of our payment protection gateway to ensure a smooth delivery. Once an invoice is paid funds are held in a client escrow account until you release them. This provides security for both sides – you that the work will be completed, with payment to the freelancer made only once you are happy with it. For your freelancer that if they do the work they will be paid. This is why we recommend to freelancers that they invoice upfront. However, if you are not comfortable with this please discuss with your individual freelancer .
This is how extraordinary projects are created and delivered.
Simply register to create a brief and be matched to the right talent, to meet your business
needs.
Find a freelancer
Once you have registered, your dedicated Account Manager will contact you to discuss your business needs, help ensure you find the right match and will make sure we get your project started quickly and smoothly.
If you would like to have a chat with one of the team first, we would love to hear from you. Please call on +44 203 828 8440 or email: hello@theworkcrowd.com
Find a freelancer
Once you have registered, your dedicated Account Manager will contact you to discuss your business needs, help ensure you find the right match and will make sure we get your project started quickly and smoothly.
If you would like to have a chat with one of the team first, we would love to hear from you. Please call on +44 203 828 8440 or email: hello@theworkcrowd.com
Here are our top tips for creating a brief, so we can easily connect you to the right
professional.
- What do you want to get done? This is the first thing your freelancer will see. So, sum up sufficiently what you need.
- Detail: The more detail you provide, the easier it is for us to match you!
- Budget: Be realistic about your budget, no one wants to work for free. You can indicate what day rate you are prepared to pay, monthly retainer or the total budget you have for a particular project depending on how you wish to structure things. Giving some indication of your budget will avoid time being wasted and will help ensure you talk to the right freelancer that meets your budget needs.
- But I don’t know what I need to pay? If you are unsure about what you need to pay, then do think carefully about what you need your freelancer to do. Provide a clear brief of what your business does, what you are looking for your freelancer to deliver and what outcomes you are hoping for. You can then create a shortlist of suitable freelancers and if needs be ask them to put a project proposal together, so you can more easily select the best individual that meets your business needs and budget.
- Tags: These are the key skills, experience and market expertise you need. They are also how our clever computer bots connect you to the right people to meet your business needs. Only tag the key skills you are looking for to get the best match!
- Once you have created your project, you will have the option to filter your search further if needed.
- Call us! Most importantly we are here to help, so if you need some advice we are always happy to hear from you. Please call on +44 203 828 8440 or email hello@theworkcrowd.com
* Invoicing: Your freelancer must generate all invoices via The Work Crowd platform. These will
be emailed and also stored in your invoice hub in your account.
* Agree on payment terms: We recommend that the freelancer invoice upfront and that we hold onto the funds until the job is marked complete
* Get a contract in place: We'll contact you and the freelancer directly to get what's been agreed down in writing, then ask you both to sign it virtually. Agreed contracts will be uploaded to your contracts hub in your account.
* Payment: Payments are made via BACS, with funds paid and held in The Work Crowd's secure client account.
* Timesheets: If you work to timesheets, your freelancer is able to raise one via their account for quick sign-off by yourself.
* Release funds: Once you've signed off the work, click release funds in invoices and we'll get the freelancer paid. You can also set up auto-release for future payments.
* IR35: We can do an IR35 determination and provide you with the certificate for your contract.
Need to chat? Call us at 0207 632 8809 or hello@theworkcrowd.com
* Agree on payment terms: We recommend that the freelancer invoice upfront and that we hold onto the funds until the job is marked complete
* Get a contract in place: We'll contact you and the freelancer directly to get what's been agreed down in writing, then ask you both to sign it virtually. Agreed contracts will be uploaded to your contracts hub in your account.
* Payment: Payments are made via BACS, with funds paid and held in The Work Crowd's secure client account.
* Timesheets: If you work to timesheets, your freelancer is able to raise one via their account for quick sign-off by yourself.
* Release funds: Once you've signed off the work, click release funds in invoices and we'll get the freelancer paid. You can also set up auto-release for future payments.
* IR35: We can do an IR35 determination and provide you with the certificate for your contract.
Need to chat? Call us at 0207 632 8809 or hello@theworkcrowd.com
On platform matching: There is no cost to join, to post a project, or to be matched to suitable freelancers , that meet your business needs.
You will need to ensure that all freelancers we match you with are booked through the platform, should you decide to work with them.
Invoices are raised through the platform, with The Work Crowd charging the freelancer a 15% + Vat ( if UK-based) service fee, which is calculated as a margin of the total invoice value to you. This is built into the invoice generated from your freelancers to you.
Your freelancer should incorporate this within the rate that they charge you, so please check that they have done so when you agree on a rate with them.
Buy Out - if you hire one of our freelancers as an employee on a permanent basis or would like to work with them off-platform, we charge 20% + VAT of what you anticipate paying them over the next 52 weeks from when you notify us this is what you would like to do.
Interim search: Clients can opt for a dedicated recruiter service. Your recruiter will discuss your business needs, help define your brief, map the market based on your needs and conduct a wider search to identify the right talent for your needs. We will provide a shortlist and handle all interviews, offers, and contracts on behalf of both parties. We charge 22% for this and a reduction of 20% for NFP and charities.
We find this service works well for interim and fixed-term contracts that are inside IR35 and PAYE.
Enterprise Managed services - we can provide a bespoke solution depending on businesses' needs. Please get in touch to discuss this.
You will need to ensure that all freelancers we match you with are booked through the platform, should you decide to work with them.
Invoices are raised through the platform, with The Work Crowd charging the freelancer a 15% + Vat ( if UK-based) service fee, which is calculated as a margin of the total invoice value to you. This is built into the invoice generated from your freelancers to you.
Your freelancer should incorporate this within the rate that they charge you, so please check that they have done so when you agree on a rate with them.
Buy Out - if you hire one of our freelancers as an employee on a permanent basis or would like to work with them off-platform, we charge 20% + VAT of what you anticipate paying them over the next 52 weeks from when you notify us this is what you would like to do.
Interim search: Clients can opt for a dedicated recruiter service. Your recruiter will discuss your business needs, help define your brief, map the market based on your needs and conduct a wider search to identify the right talent for your needs. We will provide a shortlist and handle all interviews, offers, and contracts on behalf of both parties. We charge 22% for this and a reduction of 20% for NFP and charities.
We find this service works well for interim and fixed-term contracts that are inside IR35 and PAYE.
Enterprise Managed services - we can provide a bespoke solution depending on businesses' needs. Please get in touch to discuss this.
For GBP and EUR local transfers, there is no charge made by our bank.
If the issuing bank is based outside of the EU or UK, then transfers will be sent via swift, and
International wire transfer fees will be applied.
Our banks estimate of the potential fees by intermediary banks they use as a beneficiary for the following currencies are as follows: 35 AUD, 20 CAD, 50 AED, 16-32 EUR, 7500 JPY, 35 NZD, 20-40 USD.
Please also check the fee your bank as issuing bank might charge.
Any fees will have an impact on the total received. We would recommend, that you account for this when paying your freelancer and accept the cost of your bank's fees.
Our banks estimate of the potential fees by intermediary banks they use as a beneficiary for the following currencies are as follows: 35 AUD, 20 CAD, 50 AED, 16-32 EUR, 7500 JPY, 35 NZD, 20-40 USD.
Please also check the fee your bank as issuing bank might charge.
Any fees will have an impact on the total received. We would recommend, that you account for this when paying your freelancer and accept the cost of your bank's fees.
in the unusual case where there might be a dispute, our administration team will look to assist and
mediate to provide some sort of resolution. We can only do this where all key communication has been
clearly documented on our platform and a clear SOW has been agreed and signed at the outset. Please call
on +44 203 828 8440 or email : hello@theworkcrowd.com.
In the unlikely event that we do not have a freelancer in our community that fits your exact
requirements we will find one for you!
Please call on +44 203 828 8440 or email: hello@theworkcrowd.com and we’ll look to assist you as best
we can. We can often connect you to a freelancer within 48 hours.
Top tips:
Top tips:
- Consider your high priority skills. By changing your ‘tags’, a different selection of freelancers will be suggested.
- Some freelancers have their profile marked as ‘unavailable’ but still have some availability or up and coming availability so it is still worth contacting them to check.
You can receive funds in the following currencies directly into our bank account.
GBP, EUR, USD, AED
We can make payments in other currencies, however, there will be a cost of currency conversion, whichwill be deducted from the total sent to your consultant
GBP, EUR, USD, AED
We can make payments in other currencies, however, there will be a cost of currency conversion, whichwill be deducted from the total sent to your consultant