Fiverr

Upwork can be a great platform, but novice freelancers might have a harder time being accepted on it. Luckily, there are other options available to help you find gig work. Enter Fiverr.

This app flips the job search model around. Instead of applying for roles, you create a service offer and let buyers come to you. This can work well for creative and digital services like writing, editing, design, video, voice work, social media, and more.

Many Fiverr buyers choose sellers who reply quickly and communicate clearly, even before the first order, which is why the app is so incredibly useful.

As long as you make your offers easy to understand, set expectations, and show examples of your work, you should be able to find a client or two fairly quickly. Be warned, though, there’s a lot of competition, so you’ll need to try to stand out from the crowd.