Lifted is a new, wholly owned Upwork Inc. subsidiary that brings together everything enterprises need to source, contract, manage, and pay talent—from independent contractors to engagements supported by employer of record (EOR), agent of record (AOR), staff augmentation, and statement of work (SOW) models.
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- For clients
- For freelancers
- I'm a client, where can I learn more about Lifted?
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I'm a freelancer, where can I learn more about Lifted and join?
For clients
For clients, Lifted offers:
- A platform purpose-built for enterprise, not retrofitted from small business or marketplace tools
- Seamless support for W-2 and other employed contract types, delivered through a digitally native employer of record built to work inside complex enterprise environments
- Access to top-tier global talent from the Upwork Marketplace, including the world’s largest pool of AI experts
For freelancers
For freelancers, Lifted creates:
- Direct access to enterprise opportunities with leading global brands
- Flexible work options across full-time, part-time, and project-based roles
- Streamlined onboarding, contracts, and payments
- Optional benefits like health insurance and tax support
Read the blog announcing Lifted by Upwork CEO Hayden Brown here.
I'm a client, where can I learn more about Lifted?
If you are a client, visit the Lifted site to learn more.
I'm a freelancer, where can I learn more about Lifted and join?
If you are talent, visit here to learn more and join the waitlist.