✅ FLX Talent Exchange Job Listing Guide

Helping you connect with the right local freelancer—fast.

Whether you’re hiring for a quick project or ongoing support, a clear job listing saves time, attracts qualified talent, and sets you up for success. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you write a job post that gets noticed by Fierce Freelancers on the platform.

🔑 1. Start with a Clear Title

Your job title should be specific and descriptive—avoid vague terms.

✅ Good:

• “Social Media Manager for Local Café”
• “WordPress Website Refresh for Salon”
• “Bookkeeper Needed for Monthly Reconciliation”

🚫 Avoid:

• “Need Help ASAP”
• “Freelancer Wanted”
• “Marketing Stuff”

🧩 2. Describe the Project (What + Why)

This is your chance to give context:

• What is the project or task?
• Why is it important to your business right now?

Example:
“We’re a boutique in Geneva preparing for our summer relaunch. We need a graphic designer to create social media graphics and signage that match our updated branding.”

🔧 3. List Deliverables or Key Responsibilities

Break it down. Bullet points are your best friend.

Example:

• Design 5–7 social media templates in Canva
• Create a 2’x4’ printed banner
• Deliver files in print + digital formats

⏱️ 4. Set a Timeline

When do you want to get started? Is there a deadline? Be realistic and respectful.

Example:

• Start date: Week of June 3
• Deadline: June 30 (in time for July 4th promo)

💵 5. Share Your Budget (or Budget Range)

Transparency helps attract serious talent. You don’t need to overexplain—just be clear.

Examples:

• Flat rate: $500 for full project
• Hourly: $40–$60/hour based on experience
• Open to quotes based on deliverables

🔎 Tip: If you’re unsure what to budget, post what you can pay and ask freelancers to share quotes or packages.

🎯 6. List Skills or Experience You’re Looking For

Be honest about what’s essential vs. nice-to-have.

Example:

• Must have: Canva or Adobe experience, past design work for retail or food brands
• Nice-to-have: Familiarity with print signage specs

🗣️ 7. Share Your Brand’s Personality

You’re not just hiring a freelancer—they’re collaborating with you. Let them get a feel for your business vibe.

Example:
“We’re a quirky, women-owned wine shop that loves good design, dad jokes, and supporting NYS wineries. We want designs that feel approachable but elevated.”

✅ 8. Include How to Apply or What to Submit

Make the next step easy:

• Link to a brief form?
• Just apply through the platform?
• Ask for a portfolio or short intro?

Example:
“Please apply through FLX Talent Exchange and include a link to your portfolio or 2–3 examples of past work.”

✍️ Example Job Posting:

Title: Social Media Designer for Summer Campaign
Project Summary:
We’re a women-owned wine shop in Penn Yan launching a “Sip Local” campaign this summer. We need a designer to create 5–7 branded Canva templates for Instagram and 2 print assets for in-store signage.

Deliverables:
– 5–7 branded templates
– 1 printed poster (11×17), 1 banner (2’x4’)
– Final assets delivered by June 30

Budget: $600 flat rate

Must-Have Skills: Canva or Adobe, experience designing for retail

Nice to Have: Print experience, Finger Lakes familiarity

How to Apply: Submit through FLX Talent Exchange with samples of relevant work