In the world of freelancing, Fiverr and Upwork hold a very prestigious spot. Anyone who is looking to work as a freelancer and asks his seniors “What are the good platforms?” the immediate reply they get is “Make an account on Fiverr or Upwork”.
However, these markets are too crowded for a beginner. When anyone is starting their journey from scratch in the freelance sector, they still need to show some work as a testimonial. But working on Fiverr and Upwork might create some hurdles as there are already several great profiles on the sites. It’s a chance that your Gig may not get attention despite the fact of how good you are at your job.
The Solution for Beginner Freelancers
Most of the time we miss opportunities due to a lack of exposure and correct guidance. But when you roll up your sleeves and take the matter into your hands, new avenues start to unveil. Beginner freelancers are going to face major competition on Fiverr and Upwork, but there is a solution which can kick off your career as a freelancer.
There are three major websites that can serve as an alternative to Fiverr and Upwork. Browse through them, explore the gigs, and get started working on these sites as soon as possible.
- Legiit
Legiit has been an untapped market for a Pakistani freelancer. The platform has so much to offer for newbies in the sector. From SEO to writing, graphics designs, Internet marketing and programming, Legiit has touched all the key sectors of freelancing.
You will also find specially designed courses to learn about different fields. For Ai enthusiasts, the platform has a separate marketplace to enhance freelancer business.
- Contra
Contra is a marketplace for freelancers just like the ones mentioned above. But as their tagline tells, the platform is a commission-free freelancer market where people can sell their services.
Beginners will find all the relevant areas to start their careers. Designing, marketing, and writing are the major sectors. Engineering students will find the place attractive as Contra has created a special selling area for them.
- Vetted
Vettted is a special marketplace for SEO experts. They have divided their platform into three areas:
- Off-Page SEO
- On-Page SEO
- Technical SEO
So if you are an SEO expert, this a place that is very much unknown to Pakistani professionals and open to kick-starting your SEO career.
Freelancing is a great source of independent income opportunities and every talented person should have the chance to make the best of it. Visit these websites and start selling your best work as a freelancer.