MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The freelance world has definitely taken a hit as more sectors in the world take a pause as safety and security measures lock cities and countries down in the time of corona.
The good thing with freelance work though is that it can be very flexible, and most full-timers can also transition into freelancing with ease. So as the world grapples with the new reality of businesses stuck in limbo and more companies depending on digital channels, we’ve come up with a repository of pages, groups, and communities you can check out when you’re looking for job opportunities.
Check out our list below:
1. Independent Creative & Advertising Professionals (ICAP)
Although a private group, they do add members regularly and are open to people posting opinions on certain relevant topics as well as work that need feedback on. The group is populated by freelance creatives as well as those who are looking for individuals who can do a certain job. While postings have certainly slowed down because of COVID-19 concerns, the community is still actively sharing possible opportunities with each other.
2. FILIPINOMADS CREATIVE NETWORK
The Digital nomad lifestyle is attractive to many Filipinos, and perhaps is the new true dream for many. This page started by Communication Design Association of the Philippines — CDAP Founder AJ Dimarucot, the FILIPINOMADS, is one good resource if being a digital nomad is something you want to pursue.
If you’ve been in the job market in recent years, then you would of course know about Kalibrr. While most postings on Kalibrr are by companies looking to hire for full-time posts, there are freelance gigs available on the platform. So if browsing through Facebook groups isn’t enough for you, this is a resource to look into as well.
A global website to help people who have lost their jobs due to corona find jobs with the companies that are still hiring
If you know of any companies that are still hiring (delivery, freelance, design…) add them here:https://t.co/uqNaus9sBV
— Muna AbuSulayman منى (@abusulayman) March 25, 2020
Stillhiring.org was a group’s response to the global pandemic, foreseeing job and opportunity loss for many people. While most of the entries inside the website are for those who live in North America, there are jobs for creatives from around the world that are available too.
5. The One Club for Creativity Jobs Board
Calling onto members of their creative community, the One Club has made a jobs board page on their website for companies and creatives to post hiring opportunities people may be interested in. The board was made in response to the numerous lockdowns happenign due to the pandemic. The page is a helpful tool for those looking for full-time, part-time, and freelance posts.
An online database of creatives from around the Philippines, Indierectory has become a great tool for freelancers to market themselves to different industries. While postings aren’t on the site itself, it’s a good place to put in your skills, portfolio, and contact details as companies and groups looking for freelancers are regular visitors on the site too. This project, which was initiated by creative agency GIGIL, is a resource any freelancer should consider when on the lookout for new opportunities.
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