Description:
Design Centric is looking for a results-driven Business Development Executive to generate new business through Upwork. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying opportunities, writing winning proposals, and converting leads into long-term clients for our creative/design services.
Key Responsibilities
- Actively bid on relevant projects on Upwork
- Write compelling, customized proposals for each project
- Communicate with potential clients to understand their requirements
- Negotiate project scope, timelines, and budgets
- Maintain and grow the company's Upwork profile (ratings, portfolio, job success score)
- Follow up with leads and convert them into signed clients
- Coordinate with the creative team to align proposals with what the agency can realistically deliver
- Track and report on bidding performance, win rate, and pipeline status
- Stay updated on Upwork algorithm changes, connects strategy, and market trends
Requirements
- 1–2+ years of experience in Upwork bidding / business development (agency experience preferred)
- Strong written English and communication skills
- Experience in a design/creative agency setup is a plus
- Ability to understand client requirements and translate them into proposals
- Comfortable working independently and hitting monthly targets
- Basic understanding of design/branding services offered by the agency