Once you've found a job you're interested in, submit a proposal! Your proposal will include a brief message for the hiring manager, work samples, and your proposed rate.
Submit a proposal
Find a job you're interested in and click View > Apply Now.
Select Video or Audio depending on how you want to record your message for the hiring manager. You can also upload a video you already recorded. (Note: You're more likely to be interviewed if you apply with a video!).
Attach a relevant work sample. (Note: You must attach a work sample if the hiring manager requested one on the job post. Learn more about sharing work samples on Learneuxs.)
Add your Proposed Rate
Click Submit Proposal
After you submit a proposal, you can track its status on the Manage Jobs Dashboard
Submitting proposals is fast and easy. As a Learnexus expert, hiring managers know you're a vetted expert so the process is quick. Here's a guide for what your proposal should include:
Record a brief video or audio message
Record a brief video or audio message
Introduce yourself and describe how your expertise makes you the perfect fit for the role. Make sure your video is well-lit and the audio quality is top-notch!
Details to include:
Introduce yourself
Highlight how your expertise aligns with their needs
Suggest a next step, such as a chat or video call via Learnexus Messages to discuss the project in more detail
Attach relevant work samples
Attach relevant work samples
Add any relevant work samples you want to highlight to the hiring manager. While not required for every proposal, you must attach a work sample if the hiring manager requested one on the job post. Learn more about sharing work samples on Learnexus.
Set your rate
Set your rate
You're proposed rate can be below, the same, or above the hiring manager's budget. Don't worry, your rate is finalized until you accept an offer from the hiring manager.
What happens next
After you submit a proposal, keep an eye on the status of your proposals on the Manage Jobs dashboard and check your email.
We'll confirm the proposal meets the requirements before submitting it to the hiring manager for review. Then, a few things can happen.
The hiring manager may send you an offer
The hiring manager may send you an offer
If the hiring manager is impressed with your proposal and thinks you're the right fit, they may immediately send you an offer. See how to review and respond to your offer.
The hiring manager may schedule a meeting or contact you via Learnexus to discuss the project details
The hiring manager may schedule a meeting or contact you via Learnexus to discuss the project details
If the hiring manager is impressed with your proposal and wants to discuss the project in more detail, they may directly schedule a meeting if you have your calendar set up or message you through the platform. Once the hiring manager messages you, it will open a thread in the Messages tab.
Once you align on terms, the hiring manager will send you an offer. See how to review and respond to your offer.
Not Selected
Not Selected
If the hiring manager is moving forward with another candidate or your proposal didn't meet the requirements, we'll let you know you weren't selected. We'll also work to help you find the perfect opportunity.