Finding freelance work online is partly about where you look and partly about how you look. Scrolling through every listing and sending a quick reply to each one rarely works. A steady, focused approach usually does better: a strong profile, a clear idea of the work you want, and Proposals written for the specific Project in front of you.
This guide explains how to find freelance Projects on Tasksyy and how to turn more of them into paid work.
Start with your profile
When you send a Proposal, the Employer will almost always open your profile before deciding. If it is empty or vague, even a good Proposal can fall flat.
Before you start applying, make sure your profile has:
- A clear, recent photo.
- A headline that says what you do, such as “WordPress developer for small business websites”.
- A short description focused on what you can do for Employers.
- Accurate skills, languages and location.
- A few relevant portfolio pieces.
Our guide on building a Freelancer profile that earns trust covers each part in more detail.
Decide what work you are looking for
It is tempting to apply for anything that looks possible. In practice, you will usually do better by focusing on work you are strong in. Before you search, write down:
- The type of work you want most. For example, logo design, blog writing or social media management.
- The skills and tools you are confident using today.
- The size of Project you can take on alongside your other commitments.
- Your minimum acceptable price for a typical piece of work.
This short list makes it much faster to decide which Projects are worth your time.
Search and filter Projects on Tasksyy
The Find Projects page lists open Projects posted by Employers. Rather than reading every listing, use the filters to narrow the list first. You can filter by:
- Category, such as design, writing or development.
- Skills, to match the tools and specialisms you listed.
- Budget, so you can skip Projects below your minimum.
- Mode, for example whether the work is remote.
- Experience, to find Projects that match your level.
Filtering first means you spend your time reading Projects that could realistically become work.
Read the brief before you decide
When a Project looks promising, open it and read the full brief. Ask yourself:
- Do I understand what the Employer wants?
- Do I have the skills and tools this needs?
- Is the budget realistic for the work described?
- Can I meet the timeline?
- Do I have relevant work I can point to?
If the answer to most of these is no, move on. Skipping Projects that do not suit you is not a missed opportunity. It frees up time for the ones that do.
Watch for unclear briefs
Some briefs are short or vague. That does not always mean the Project is poor. The Employer may simply be new to hiring. If the core of the work is clear and suits you, you can still send a Proposal and ask one or two specific questions to fill the gaps.
Write a Proposal for that Project
The Proposal is where most freelance work is won or lost. Employers often receive several, and the ones that stand out show that the Freelancer read the brief carefully.
A good Proposal usually:
- Opens with the Employer’s goal, not your biography.
- Explains your approach in a few clear steps.
- States your price, timeline and what is included.
- Points to one or two relevant examples.
- Answers every question the Employer asked.
Our guide on how to write a Proposal that answers the brief includes a full example you can adapt.
Let work come to you with Services
Searching for Projects is only one way to find work on Tasksyy. You can also create Services: ready-made offers with packages, prices and delivery times that Employers can buy directly.
Services work well for tasks you do often and can define clearly, such as “a logo with three concepts” or “a 1,000-word blog article”. Once a Service is live, Employers can find it through search without you having to send a Proposal.
Many Freelancers do both. They offer a few focused Services and apply to Projects that need something more custom. Our guide on creating a Service Employers want to buy explains how to set one up.
Build a simple routine
Consistency helps more than bursts of activity. A simple routine might look like this:
- Check Find Projects at a set time each day, using the same filters each time.
- Choose the few Projects that suit you best.
- Write a specific Proposal for each one.
- Review and update your profile and Services every month or two.
Keep a short note of the Proposals you send and which ones lead to work. Over time, you will see patterns in the types of Project, budgets and opening lines that work best for you.
Price your work with confidence
Pricing affects which Projects you win and whether the work is worth doing. Pricing too low can attract Projects that are hard to deliver well, and it can be difficult to raise your rates later. Pricing too high without explaining the value can mean you are passed over.
Our guide on how to price your freelance services walks through a practical way to set your rates.
Stay safe while you look for work
Most Employers are simply looking for help with their work. Still, a few habits protect you:
- Keep communication and payment on Tasksyy. This keeps a clear record of what was agreed and how the order progressed.
- Be wary of requests to move off the platform, particularly for payment.
- Do not share personal financial details in messages.
- Report anything suspicious using the reporting options on Tasksyy.
The Trust & Safety page explains how to report a problem.
Do not be discouraged by early silence
It is normal for some Proposals to go unanswered, especially when you are new and have no reviews yet. Use each one as a chance to improve. Look again at your opening lines, how clearly you explain your approach and whether your price matches the scope. Small improvements often make a noticeable difference.
Each completed order adds to your profile and reviews, which helps future Employers choose you. If you are still waiting for your first order, our guide on getting your first freelance client sets out a step-by-step plan.
