Upwork

Upwork is the world's largest human and AI-powered freelance work marketplace, where businesses hire talent across categories including AI and automation, development and IT, design and creative, marketing, data and analytics, writing, and admin support. Its AI-powered operating system, facilitated by the mindful AI work agent Uma, supports clients and talent across the platform, alongside tools for proposals, project workspaces, and escrow-backed protected payments. The platform serves everyone from Fortune 100 enterprises to startups, with 800,000 clients including Microsoft and Airbnb, connecting them with skilled independent professionals from 180 countries. Businesses post jobs for free, screen and hire freelancers, and release payment when work is approved.