WordPress Developers: Time to start whistling while you work

Application and vetting process

• Who can apply?

  WordPress professionals who know WordPress inside out and have at least 3 years of experience working with clients, managing expectations, and meeting deadlines. If you are a front-end developer, backend developer, full-stack developer, or DevOps specialist with deep knowledge of WordPress, we want to hear from you.

• What does the application & vetting process look like?

  You have to first submit an online application form to demonstrate your past experience and previous work references. This is then followed by a series of assignments including a technical task. You will then go through a behavioral interview & live coding test, several courses in our Codeable Academy, and 45-day trial period. Each stage of the process must be passed in order to proceed to the next.

• How long does it take before I hear from you after I apply?

  Typically within 3-5 business days, depending on the number of applications received.

• Why do I need to go through a vetting process?

  Codeable is a premium freelancer platform. To ensure our quality standards are being met (or exceeded) at all times we vet every single expert on the platform for both quality of code and quality of communication. Our bar is high, but we’re sure so is yours!

• What are your top tips for crafting a good application?

  Aside from providing great references to previous work, it’s really important to demonstrate that you’re motivated to join the Codeable community and why. Be sure to proofread your application before submitting it. Spelling and grammar errors can prevent your application from being approved to the next stage.

• What if I don’t pass the vetting test? Can I reapply in the future?

  Yes, we welcome applicants to re-apply after 12 months of not passing. This will give you time to improve and increase your chances of passing the next time.

Payments

• How does Codeable make money?

  Codeable earns money by charging a client fee of 17.5% to all estimates submitted and by charging an expert fee of 10%. For example, if an expert submits an estimate of $100, the client will pay $117.50 and upon project completion, the expert will earn $90. There is also a fee charged when withdrawing money from your expert balance. There is a $10 fee on all PayPal withdrawals and a $50 fee on all Bank Wire withdrawals.

• How much can I make?

  There are no limits to how much you can earn on Codeable. However, please keep in mind that you must be willing to put in the effort and work to earn money on Codeable. If you’re looking for the ‘hacks’ or shortcuts to earn money without putting in the hours, you will not find success. We will supply you with the tools, resources and clients you need to be successful.

• When and how often will I get paid?

  After a project is marked as complete by the client, the money held in escrow is instantly transferred to your Expert account, minus applicable fees. You may then make a withdrawal at any time you wish. PayPal withdrawals are typically processed within 24 hours during Monday – Friday. Bank Wire withdrawals are typically processed within 5 business days.

Projects

• How do I get projects/clients through the platform?

  After a client publishes their project request on Codeable, it will appear in the projects queue. If the request appears to be something you’re comfortable assisting with and are able to complete with great quality results, then you are welcome to begin engaging on it. This means welcoming the client, asking them questions to ensure you understand the scope of work, and if you still feel confident assisting, you may submit your estimate. By estimating you are applying for the project and confirming your ability to complete it.

• How many projects can I take at a time?

  We ask all new experts to limit themselves to 3 max open projects for your first 45 days (trial period for all new experts). After your trial is complete and you’ve earned your expert certificate, we may increase this limit to 7. You are expected to always manage your time and client expectations with regards to deadlines. Finding projects is not hard, but managing them can become challenging with too many simultaneous open projects. If you’re able to comfortably manage more than 7 projects, let us know and we can look into increasing this on a per-expert basis.

• Can I work with other experts from the platform on projects?

  Yes, you may work with other experts on Codeable to complete projects. We refer to this as On-Demand Teams and we provide full details on how this works inside our Codeable Expert Academy which all experts have access to.

• How does the no-bidding work?

  Codeable uses estimates instead of bids. The Codeable platform uses an algorithm to essentially take the average of all estimates submitted (5 estimates max per project), and displays that average to the client. This prevents the ‘race-to-the-bottom’ challenge found on other freelance platforms as the client is unable to see individual estimates and experts do not attempt to ‘undercut’ each other in order to win the project. The clients only see the total average (inclusive of our client fee) and they hire the expert whom they feel most comfortable working with – this is most often the expert who is asking the best questions in the pre-hire communications.

• How is Codeable different from other freelancer networks like Freelancer.com, Upwork, Toptal, etc?

  Codeable is unlike any other freelancer network in the world. Not only do we solve the ‘race to the bottom’ challenge by using estimates instead of bids, we also focus 100% on WordPress specific projects. This allows you to focus on what you do best. Another advantage of Codeable that nobody else has, is our expert community. This is the most amazing place for WordPress developers to connect with like-minded people, ask questions, get help, and make lasting friendships. Other experts have likened it to WordCamp events but in Slack.