How to Write a Winning Upwork Proposal
When you find a project you’re interested in, you can use Connects to submit a proposal. Proposals are a great opportunity to introduce yourself to a potential client and show off some of your skills and experience.
This is also a good time to highlight how your expertise aligns with the client’s project and to suggest a next step, such as a chat or video call via Upwork Messages to discuss the project in more detail.
To submit a proposal
- Choose the Submit a Proposal button on the job post page
- Set your Hourly Rate, or Bid on fixed-priced projects
- Write an introductory Cover Letter for the project
- Answer any screening questions the client may ask
- Add attachments, such as work samples, to your proposal
- Choose the Submit a Proposal button
Cover letter Sample for video editor for Upwork
Dear (Client name),
After recently coming across your job posting for (Job Posting Title) in Upwork, I was motivated to send in my application to join your talented creator team. As a highly trained professional with over 3 years of video editing experience, I believe I can leverage my expertise and knowledge to produce intriguing and eye-catching content that captures the spirit of your viewers.
In my previous position as a video editor, I was responsible for reviewing raw material, collaborating with directors and production teams, trimming footage and inserting dialog, and ensuring all video elements met the guidelines stipulated in the brief. The experience taught me the value of teamwork and led me to become an expert in video editing. I have good knowledge about using stock footage for product videography. I feel that my skills and knowledge of video editing will make me the ideal candidate and I am confident that I can be a valuable addition to your team.
Thank you for taking the time to consider my application. Feel free to contact me if you have any further questions. Please find the attached video for my recent work as a sample.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
Samples of a bad Upwork proposals
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