Search for Talent

  We know how important it is for you to find the right freelancer for your project the first time around. Our search functions are important tools for doing that, and we unders...

To improve client and freelancer communication, we offer the Availability Badge — an ad that allows freelancers to take a small but impactful step towards gaining more opportuni...

Boosted Proposals allow freelancers to use Connects to “boost” their proposal to the top of your list. It’s set up auction-style, and people who bid the highest number of Connec...

Upwork’s mission is to create economic opportunities so people have better lives. Key to our mission is that these opportunities should be equally available to all qualified tal...

In this article, you'll learn how eligible clients can use Direct Messages to contact freelancers they haven’t worked with before to discuss availability, expertise, or rates, o...

Quickly finding the right talent for your project is essential. That’s why we provide you with several ways to filter your search results based on hourly rates, skills, feedback...

Freelancers who have an Upwork Skill Certification on their profile have successfully passed an Upwork assessment process demonstrating proficiency in a given skill. We offer Up...

Our former “Bring Your Own” (BYO) program for clients is now Any Hire. Any Hire gives you the chance to bring your best talent to Upwork, plus we’ve added some new features to t...

Interviewing and scoping projects are key steps to starting a job on Upwork. By taking the time to learn more at the beginning of a project, you can work to ensure a good outcom...

This feature is only available to administrators of partner companies. Learn more about becoming an Upwork Partner at Upwork.com/partners The Upwork partner portal allows part...

Building relationships on Upwork is what makes your success and growth possible. At times you may see someone you would like to work with in the future even if you don’t have a ...

We are ending our Talent Scout program on July 31, 2023, and are no longer accepting new freelancers and clients into the program. If you are currently part of the program, you ...

To help you connect with the top talent on our platform, we created Talent Badges for freelancers and agencies. These badges highlight proven talent and expertise. Rising Talent...

There are plenty of reasons why you might need a freelancer who is located in the same country as you. That’s why when U.S. based clients are posting a job, we ask if  you want ...