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Freelancers, we see you. You’re talented, tired of chasing invoices, and totally over bidding wars that pay in peanuts. That ends here.
At Sidekicks HQ, we’ve built a better way, one that makes every “freelancer jobs” search worth it. We’re not just another freelancer website. We’re a curated community where real work meets real pay, fast-growing international startups meet elite humans (like you), and no one’s sliding into your inbox with a “quick unpaid test” or offering you £5 to build their empire.
Forget the roulette of the so-called best freelancer sites. Forget Fiverr famine. And no, you don’t need to scroll 200 freelance work websites to land a role. Whether you're looking for freelance digital project manager gigs, part time marketing jobs, or remote virtual assistant jobs, we’ve got quality freelance work, without the circus.
No free work. No ghosting. No bullsh*t.
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Clients commit with upfront deposits. Your hours are guaranteed. Your time is respected. No more chasing payments and spam messages from freelancer websites, we make sure your freelance work actually works for you. Whether you're clocking in on part-time marketing jobs or juggling remote virtual assistant jobs, Sidekicks HQ keeps your income consistent and your schedule filled.
Your rate is based on skill – not who can slash their value fastest. You're not cheap. You're valuable. We treat you like it. Forget the race to the bottom on every freelance hiring site. We’re not just another freelancer company, we’re a freelancing consultancy that values experience over discounts, and hand-picks you for quality gigs that fit.
No more 99 applications and zero replies. Sidekicks get matched with vetted startups who are ready to hire now. Work from home freelance jobs shouldn’t feel like a dating app with worse ghosting.
We’re here to make sure you swipe right: startups come here ready to match, commit, and pay you like the talented legend you are.
Stable gigs. Set hours. Clear rates. Feast-or-famine becomes a thing of the past. From freelance digital project manager gigs to consistent virtual assistant jobs, we put freelance consultants in long-term roles with real impact and yes, real money.
We don’t accept everyone. And that’s a good thing. Our startup clients want the best – so we ensure they receive it. If you’ve got the grit, we’ve got the gigs.
Mediocre? Never heard of her. Sidekicks HQ is where elite freelance marketers, freelance customer success managers, and startup-savvy operators rise to the top. We’re not a free-for-all freelancing consultancy or some “top freelancing website” full of ghosters and guesswork. We’re the matchmaking pros startups trust.
💡 Didn’t make it? If we see potential, you’ll get a shot through our Sidekick Intern Programme. We help you level up so you can try again – stronger.
Prove you’ve got startup hustle, fast-paced briefs. No hand-holding. We test for initiative and problem-solving under pressure.
This ain’t your average freelancer website where you sign up in 5 minutes. We’re filtering out the fluff so only serious and top-tier freelancers get through the door. Think you have what it takes?
Still standing? You’ll take on complex scenarios that test your speed, critical thinking, and cool under chaos.
Whether you're eyeing freelance digital project manager roles or the next big part time marketing job, this is where the real freelancers rise. We're not here to hand out stickers, we're here to build elite ops teams for real startups, fast.
Nail it and you’ll meet with our team to align your skills with startups that need exactly what you bring.
No more floating around on freelance work websites, waiting for a miracle. This is curated freelancer hiring with actual intention, the fast lane to real gigs on one of the best freelancer sites you've never heard of... until now.
Think of it as your proving ground.
Spend 10 hours/week over 6 weeks with a real startup, build your portfolio, and fast-track yourself into paid Sidekick placements.
You’ll get feedback, not fluff. Real tasks that hold weight on your portfolio. And unlike some “freelancer website” experiences, this one’s got purpose, heart, and sass.
Got your eye on freelance digital marketing consultant gigs? Want to be more than a line on a spreadsheet? This is how you make the leap, from newbie to startup MVP.
Why Join?
✔ Real-world startup experience
✔ A way out of the “need experience to get experience” cycle
✔ A foot in the door – no window dressing required
Sidekicks HQ pays higher than most freelancer sites. No fees. No hidden markups. Just proper pay. You bring the talent, we bring the better-than-average paychecks. It's what sets us apart from every other freelancer company that makes you feel like you’re working for peanuts.
No haggling. No undercutting. Your rate = your value. Simple. Whether you’re a freelance marketing pro, operations manager, or juggling a few work from home freelance jobs, we make sure your time and talent aren’t up for debate. That’s how a top freelancing website should work, right?
Our structured pricing model means you can plan, save, and breathe easy. Whether you’re a freelance marketer or rocking virtual assistant jobs remote, you get paid fairly, consistently, and predictably. So you can focus on doing epic freelance work, not chasing invoices.
✔ Startup-savvy problem solvers
✔ Proactive. Resilient. Sharp as hell
✔ Great communicators, great collaborators
✔ No excuses, no drama – just doers
No Fluff. No BS. Just Real Work.
Easy. You apply through our site, and if you’re shortlisted, you’ll go through our Startup-Ready Freelancer Vetting Process, think bootcamp meets job interview (with fewer squats). The process includes fast-paced briefs, a freelancer hiring interview, and a match-up with real startup clients.
Nope. Sidekicks HQ doesn’t take sneaky commissions or charge platform fees. What you earn is yours. That’s the difference between working with our freelancing consultancy versus some random freelancer website charging 20% off the top. We place 20% on top of your desired rate.
Sidekicks earn up to 65% more than what most freelance hiring platforms offer. We price based on value, not what a client can bargain you down to. Freelance digital marketing consultant? Operations consultant? Virtual secretary? Everyone gets paid fairly.
Yes, but don’t worry if you’re still building. If you don’t make the cut right away, you could be invited to join our Sidekick Intern Programme. Real-world experience to build your portfolio and earn your stripes in the startup space. Think of it as the glow-up phase of your freelance career.
We’ve got both. Whether you’re after a part-time marketing job or full-time freelance work with a growing startup, Sidekicks HQ is your home base for flexible, remote freelance opportunities that don’t compromise on pay or professionalism.
We don’t just throw you into the deep end. Our team supports you with onboarding, feedback, client alignment, and troubleshooting, like your own personal freelancing consultancy. Because behind every great freelancer is a team who actually gives a damn.
You do the work, we handle the admin. You’ll be officially paid by us, not the client, so no chasing invoices or awkward money convos. Once you submit your timesheet, you’ll get paid monthly in your local currency via Wise or a national bank. Hello, consistent income. Goodbye, drip-fed freelance work payments. It’s one of the reasons our freelancers call us one of the best freelancer sites out there.
You’ll sign a freelance/consultant contract directly with Sidekicks HQ, in line with South African labour laws. That means you’re officially part of the team but still responsible for your own tax. While this is a freelance hiring model, top-performing Sidekicks may be offered longer-term or even permanent roles. This isn’t just a gig, it’s a stepping stone to bigger things.
Freelancer roles start from just 5 hours per week, so whether you’re looking for a small part-time marketing job or a full-blown freelance digital project manager gig, we’ve got a match. Most freelancer jobs are between 10–30 hours, but full-time placements cap at 40 hours per week. We help you find freelance work that fits your schedule, not the other way around.
Absolutely. If you’ve got the skills, the time, and the hustle, we’re all for helping you land multiple freelancer jobs. Some of our top freelancers work across two or more startups. As long as you're aligned with the brand and the bandwidth is there, we'll match you with more gigs, because flexibility is kind of our thing.
