How to create a project in Project Catalog

How should I decide what project(s) to offer on Upwork?

You may already know what services you would like to offer for your first project. If you are undecided, think about the work you have done in the past. Here are some things to consider:

• What work have you enjoyed the most?
• Out of all the skills and services you offer, what seems to be most in demand? What do clients request most often?
• Which of your skills or services are easily packaged as a fixed-price job with set deliverables?
• Do you have work samples available that can help you sell your project? You can add pictures, a video, and PDF work samples to your project. Choosing a project that you can market with samples can help you be successful from the start.

Another way to get ideas for your project is to browse through Project Catalog. Look at what other freelancers are offering. But also think about what you might be able to offer that’s unique or more specialized than what’s already available.

Remember, you can edit every part of your project later, if needed.

 

How do I create a project for Project Catalog?

You can post up to 20 unique, feature-rich projects in Project Catalog at any one time. (You can also have 20 more in review.)

1. Go to Find Work and choose Your services
    
2. Choose the green Create Project button
    
3. Add the details on your Project Overview page
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     • Create a title
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         • Say what you offer in just a few words
         • Use search tags instead of making your title longer
         • Do not repeat “You will get”
         • Follow regular capitalization rules
         • Proofread for spelling and grammar
            
     • Choose a category. Browse all categories to find the one that best fits your project. Avoid selecting "Other" unless absolutely necessary
        
     • Add specifics. Checkboxes based on your category will help clients discover your project. If available, use image tagging options for better visibility
        
     • Add search tags. Add up to five tags with relevant keywords
        
4. Set the price and scope
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     • Package tiers. Offer up to three tiers (Starter, Standard, Advanced) to meet varying client needs.
     • Add-ons. Add predefined or custom add-ons (e.g., extra-fast delivery)
     • Pricing. Prices can range from $5 USD to $500,000 USD
     • Delivery days. Set a realistic and attractive delivery timeframe
     • Revisions. Choose how many revisions are included during the delivery period
        
5. Create a gallery to showcase samples of your work
   Learn about adding images to your project here. Learn about adding videos here. 
    
6. Add client requirements
   List out all information you need from the client before starting the work. This is a required step before the project begins.
    

7. Describe the work

   • Project summary. Explain what sets you and your project apart
   • Project steps. Break down your work process from start to finish
   • Frequently asked questions. Add answers to questions clients may ask
      

   Important:

   The client’s job of submitting requirements, reviewing, and approving your work are already built in. Don’t add these to your work steps.