Nocode: How to get your first freelance job

Airtable, Weblow, Zapier, Bubble.io, Figma... these Nocode tools are part of your daily life?

Then congratulations, it's time to make your Nocode training pay off and make a living from your new passion. 🚀

Like many Makers, the freelance life and the freedoms associated with this status attract you. Being able to work from anywhere in the world (as long as there is wifi of course), not having a boss, managing your time as you see fit... Yes, no doubt about it, you want to work for yourself and surely become a digital nomad.

But quickly, a first obstacle, a first question arises: how to get your first freelance assignment? 🤔

Don't panic, in this article, we'll look together at the ways and platforms for Nocode freelancers to get assignments and work with companies around the world. 🌍

Nocode: the best platforms for freelance Makers

Malt: the number one platform for Nocode freelancers

Malt is one of the preferred platforms for freelancers. An ideal springboard for finding your first freelance assignment. It puts freelancers and companies in touch with each other. A percentage of your remuneration, 5% for new subscribers, then a decreasing rate according to your seniority, will be received by the platform for each mission.

The system is simple, the more assignments you do, the better you are referenced and the lower your fees will be. 💸

Malt will ask you to fill in a detailed portfolio of your professional background and availability. 

In order to stand out from the crowd, it is important to respect certain points. 

Here is our advice:

- Fill in your profile 100%. 💯

- Remind Malt daily that you are available by clicking on the dedicated button. 🛎

- Include in your bio the search keywords related to the missions you are looking for. 📖

For example: Airtable, Notion, Internal CRM, Nocode, No code, Figma, Mobile App, Automation, Zapier, Marketplace, etc.

- Add these words to your tags. 📝 

- Add these words to your career path. ✅

- Add your specialisation next to your profile name.

Example: John Doe Expert Airtable. 📊

- Ask your professional circle to write recommendations. 🤝

- Start with an attractive daily price. 💶

- Fill your portfolio with examples of Nocode productions. 📸

- Add an engaging (a smile is highly recommended 😀 ) and professional photo.

- Responding quickly to requests. 🏃♀️

There are many other ways to list yourself on Malt and get assignments. The investment may seem significant, but as with the Nocode tools, once your profile is complete, Malt will work for you by regularly proposing new connections. This saves you time and allows you to concentrate on what's important: the success of your missions. 👍

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LinkedIn: a must for the Nocode but not only

The world's leading professional social network needs no introduction. As for many professions, Linkedin represents an almost infinite pool of clients.

But once again, you will have to stand out from the crowd in order to find your way to companies that might hire you.

You will therefore need to play the networking game and regularly publish content about the Nocode. And respond, share and support the posts of your contacts. Don't hesitate to add organisations you want to work for to your contact list, and send them messages to schedule a first meeting.

It will also be very important to share your work and successes to engage your community to contact you on new projects. 💡

Some people develop a real "personal branding" strategy on Linkedin to be spotted and identified as an expert on a subject. This involves creating a brand around their areas of expertise and planning a communication plan with regular formats.

Join Nocode communities on Slack, Discord, etc.

To be identified as a Nocode Expert, it is also useful to be well surrounded and informed of the latest news in the sector. We advise you to join the first Nocode community in France on Slack: Nocode France.

The group is friendly and members regularly exchange tutorials and tips for successful assignments. It is also a great place to receive and share offers with different companies.

Registration is free and many videos and live streams on Twitch are organised. 

Since October 2021, a Nocode France association has been created and the community has been growing ever since. Not to mention that many good deals and discount coupons, with subscriptions to the best Nocode tools, are regularly distributed.

Nocode: creating content on YouTube/TikTok/Instagram

And why not become a content creator about the Nocode?

By sharing their knowledge and showcasing it through posts, writings, video and even podcasts, your audience could turn into future customers.

Of course, becoming a content creator is a profession in its own right and requires a strong background in marketing, public speaking, video/audio editing, etc.

But it's worth it and could open doors to unexpected opportunities . 🚪

There are many platforms available to you such as Medium for article writing, LinkedIn for blog posts for professionals, YouTube for video and Acast/Spotify/Deezer for podcasts. 📼

Alegria.tech: the number one Nocode studio in France

In this part of the article, allow us to preach for our parish. ⛪️

Because yes, we advise you to turn to Alegria.tech.

With over 200 makers in our community, we are constantly looking for new profiles to support our clients. 🤝

Our community of makers meets on a dedicated Discord space where we share tips, advice and, above all, exciting assignments with various clients.

We work with SMEs, large groups and start-ups in almost all areas of activity.

To join the Nocode Alegria community of makers, simply apply by filling in the contact form.