Web Worker - Freelancing on the Web for Pinoys
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Kevin Codamon, also known as Kiven, is a multimedia head and web worker with extensive experience in web development and freelancing. Web workers are freelancers who primarily operate online, providing flexibility, creative outlets, and often higher pay. To succeed as a web worker, one needs essential tools, an impressive portfolio, effective marketing strategies, and the ability to foster connections within the community.
Web Worker - Freelancing on the Web for Pinoys
- 1. Web Worker Freelancing on the Web By Kevin “Kiven” Codamon
- 2. Who am I? Kevin Constantine A. Codamon aka Kiven is the Multimedia Head of the first and leading online game publisher in the country, Level Up! Inc (http://levelupgames.ph) . His daily responsibilities include enforcing web standards, improving usability and adoption of the latest web technologies. He also manages the Web development, Multimedia content and SNS publishing teams. Other than his day job, Kiven also blogs at http://codamon.com,http://problogger.com.ph and runs the backend for http://technogra.ph, recently awarded one of the rising blogs of 2009 at the recent Philippine Blog Awards. He also has his own web hosting company, Skaizer.com (http://skaizer.com), where he hosts some of the popular bloggers in the Philippines and does freelance work for clients such as UNO Magazine, 7-11 and Friendster Philippines. He is a member of the Philippine Web Designer’s Network since 2000 and has been connected to the web since 1996. Kiven is a graduate of the Philippine Science High School, Diliman Campus and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Science from University of The Philippines, Diliman.
- 3. What is a Web Worker? A Web Worker is a freelancer whose work and income is primarily web based. Derived from the original definition by Skellie of http://freelanceswitch.com/
- 4. Why did I become a WEB WORKER? 1. ADDED INCOME Supplement/Augment your salary with income from your web projects. Here are some sample items that you can pay for with income from the web: - Top of the line Laptop - Utility Bill Payments - Gadgets - Business Capital
- 6. Why did I become a WEB WORKER? 2. CREATIVE OUTLET Let your creativity and passion for your field continue to ignite. Practice your craft.
- 7. Benefits of being a WEB WORKER 1. FLEXIBILITY You can work for who you want, when you want, in any state or country in the world. All you need is your computer and an internet connection.
- 8. Benefits of being a WEB WORKER 2. MONETARY ADVANTAGES Payments are usually in US Dollars and are usually higher than completing a local job.
- 9. What you need to be a WEB WORKER The Web Worker’s Toolkit: 1. A computer 2. Fast and reliable internet connection 3. USB drive/Portable HD 4. Camera/Scanner 5. Skype/Email Client/YM-MSN-IM 6. Image editor 7. Templates
- 10. What you need to be a WEB WORKER The Paperless Office 1. Digital correspondence 2. Online payments 3. Online accounting (Mint.com, etc) 4. Multiple backups
- 11. Where to get work? Bloggers/Writers AssociatedContent.com Pros: better articles get more revenue Cons: low base payouts
- 12. Where to get work? Bloggers/Writers http://manila.craigslist.com.ph/web/ Pros – targeted to local writers, a lot of home based jobs Cons- anonymity, no enforcement, no feedback system
- 13. Where to get work? Bloggers/Writers Elance.com Pros- Lots of available jobs, Regulated, project tracking and collaboration Cons- paid monthly service
- 14. Where to get work? Bloggers/Writers Jobs.Problogger.net/ Pros – Blog Networks, No membership Cons – Limited choices
- 15. Where to get work? Designers/Coders Elance.com pros: Variety of jobs, free basic membership Cons: paid membership
- 16. Where to get work? Designers/Coders Guru.com Pros – Variety of jobs, has free limited membership Cons – costly membership rates
- 17. Where to get work? Designers/Coders Scriptlance.com Pros – ton of available jobs Cons – prices start really low
- 18. Where to get work? Designers/Coders http://manila.craigslist.com.ph/web/ Pros – targeted to local designers, a lot of home based jobs Cons- anonymity, no enforcement, no feedback system
- 19. How to get work 1. BUILD A KILLER ONLINE PORTFOLIO Prospective clients usually would like to see what you have done in the past. TIPS - Show off your best work - Show only related skill - Easy Way to contact you
- 20. How to get work 1. BUILD A KILLER ONLINE PORTFOLIO Prospective clients usually would like to see what you have done in the past. TIPS - Show off your best work - Show only related skill - Easy Way to contact you ooking for a photographer for a wedding, I’d be interested due to the quality of this photogra
- 21. How to get work 2. BUILD A BLOG Build your online reputation by showcasing your knowledge of your chosen field (ex. photoblog for photographers) TIPS: - Promote your skillset - Be professional
- 23. How to get work 3. USE FORUMS/MAILING LISTS Harness the innate traffic and interaction of community forums. Mailing Lists are also a good way to promote your services. TIPS - Read the forum rules - Don’t Spam
- 24. How to get work 4. ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES Expand your reach by spreading the word about your services. Create a website. Promote yourself. TIPS - Always add your url and email address - Try Adwords and Facebook Ads - Create a resource and give it away
- 25. How to get work 4. ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICES Expand your reach by spreading the word about your services. Create a website. Promote yourself. TIPS - Always add your url and email address - Try Adwords and Facebook Ads - Create a resource and give it away
- 27. How to get work 5. DO YOUR RESEARCH Monitor job postings on job boards. Assess current status of bids and bid accordingly. Review requirements before bidding. TIPS - Monitor competition - Be professional - Respond quickly
- 28. How to get work 6. EASY WAY TO PAY Provide a way for clients to pay you quickly and safely. TIPS - Signup with payment services such as Paypal.com or Moneybookers.com - Have a credit card payment facility
- 29. Personal strategies - Use Google for promos - Start with low hanging fruit - Collaborate with other web workers - Be patient - Improve your weaknesses - Learn from your mistakes - Be adaptable - Be as efficient as possible
- 30. THANK YOU!