Hiring the Perfect Video Seller on Fiverr

Would you love to have a video made? It could be simply turning your article into a text based video or you may want someone to act as your spokesperson.

There are so many video sellers on Fiverr, how do you know who is the right one for you. Here are some tips for helping you choose.

What Type of Video Do You Need?

There are so many different types of videos out there. Some are text based, like presentations, while others will have a person talking to the camera.

You may need a testimonial video, a stop motion one or just one to promote your business. It’s really important to know your needs to be able to find the right video seller on Fiverr. There’s no point hiring a testimonial videographer when you want a stop motion video!

Keep this in mind so you get the search terms right and don’t waste yours or the seller’s time.

Read the Fiverr Gig Descriptions

It’s always really important to read the Fiverr gig descriptions. Remember that these tell you what the video seller on Fiverr will and will not do for your $5.

This should also give some information about the extras. The seller may offer to write your script for you for extra or add a longer time frame. It will also tell you the type of video the seller will do.

Check the Samples

Always, always, always check the samples from the video seller. The good thing about Fiverr is that many can opt to have their Live Portfolio up so you can see the type of videos the Fiverr seller has done for other buyers.

If they don’t have this up—or they are new—you could ask to see samples. Check the video that is on their profile, too. Sellers are allowed to send potential Fiverr buyers links to YouTube so you can see the quality for yourself.

Message the Video Seller on Fiverr

I highly recommend messaging the seller before placing an order. You need to make sure the seller is capable of handling your request and you order the right amount for your video needs.

Don’t be cheap! Yes, the site is called Fiverr but you’re getting a service worth more than $5! Be willing to pay the extra—videos off the site usually cost $200 or more just for 30 seconds!

I highly recommend OzzieUK and Bachas85 for testimonial, spokesperson and other similar videos. Want a video seller on Fiverr for stop motion gigs? I’d suggest checking out Madmoo.

Have fun!

How to Hire a Photographer on Fiverr.com

There are so many types of jobs you may need doing. I once needed a photographer, since that’s one side that—even with a camera phone—I can’t do very well.

It went through a long process to find the perfect photographer on Fiverr.com and I want to share my tips here.

Browse the Categories

Look through the right categories. There is a search function, so you can keep it broad by searching for a photographer on the website or you can get a little narrower. I tend to start with narrow terms, such as landscape photographer or flower photographer. If I can’t find anything with those terms, I’ll make them broader.

Don’t look to hire someone who doesn’t do photography. Graphic art and photography are not the same thing!

Look Through the Fiverr Feedback

Take some time to browse through the feedback on the Fiverr users. You want to know whether they deliver on time, are trustworthy, deliver according to their gig description and will work with your needs.

Check the negative feedback. It’s not always the Fiverr seller’s fault! There are times that buyers expect much more but are unwilling to pay it.

Read the Fiverr Gig Description and Extras

Check the gig description to make sure the Fiverr photographer can handle the type of topic you need. Most will state clearly what they are willing and are not willing to do for the $5.

There could be an option for extras if you have a larger project. Check out the extras and be willing to pay them. Sellers don’t want to deal with buyers who want the world for $5.

Check the Samples from the Photographer on Fiverr.com

There is something called a Live Portfolio. These are samples of the work that the seller has done for previous Fiverr buyers and are good ways to check the quality of the work.

If the Live Portfolio isn’t active, you can also ask to see samples of the work. I highly recommend this when it comes to artistic Fiverr gigs. It’s really important to make sure the quality of work is high and suitable for your needs.

Contact the Fiverr Photographer

I suggest contacting the Fiverr seller before ordering the gig, especially if you have a very detailed order that needs fulfilling. This will help you choose someone who is more than capable of doing the gig.

If you are unsure about anything in the Fiverr gig description, contact the seller to clarify. Sellers prefer the communication beforehand to make sure they can do the work and understand all your needs.

Don’t just randomly pick a Fiverr user to do your work. It takes time and patience to choose the perfect photographer on Fiverr.com for your needs. That time will give you the best value for your money.

Tips for Hiring an Article Writer or Rewriter on Fiverr

There are many people who will hire an article writer or rewrite on Fiverr.

I offer this service and believe that quality over quantity is much better. However, you may have a need for a lot of pieces written in a short space of time.

While I’d love you to check out my gigs, I understand if you want someone different. However, I still want to give you some tips on hiring an article writer or rewrite on Fiverr.

Read the Fiverr Gig Descriptions in Full

It really annoys me when a buyer places an order and then asks for something completely out of the gig’s scope. I’ve had people ask for legal documents to be written, medical journals, homework to be completed and much more.

Please read the gig descriptions in full. They are there for a reason and yes, the things I will and won’t do apply to YOU! It is the same with every Fiverr seller.

If you’re not sure what a gig description will tell you, you can check out my previouspost on the matter.

Check Out the Feedback on the Gig

Scroll to the bottom of the Fiverr gig and check out the feedback. This will tell you how many people liked the article writer or rewrite on Fiverr and how many people didn’t.

Good suppliers will have negative feedback—we can’t all please everyone. However, take the time to read the feedback and the reply from the seller. If you’re unsure, then message the Fiverr seller about it for more detail.

The feedback is a good starting point to determine if someone is good enough. I know a few Fiverr writers won’t send samples because the feedback is often enough.

However, I know that the feedback system is flawed and may not give you an honest view of a Fiverr article writer.

Ask for Samples

Saying that, don’t be afraid to actually ask for samples. This is a great way to make sure the quality is good and the style is in a way that you prefer.

When asking for article rewrite samples, don’t expect the seller to send through a copy of both. My rewrites aren’t completed for me so are not in my portfolio. I believe that my writing skills are a good look at how my rewriting skills would be.

Check Out the Extras

$5 isn’t a lot for an article. I offer 400 words for an original and 500 words for a rewritten article. If you want more than that, then I do offer gig extras.

Check out gig extras to see if you want them. It could be for keyword research, images or for sales copy. If you can’t find something that you want, message the seller to talk to him or her about it.

Contact the Article Writer or Rewriter on Fiverr

There is a “contact seller” options. Use it if you are in doubt at all.

If your project is long or especially technical, find out whether the Fiverr seller is happy to do it first. If you need a quicker delivery time, find out whether the seller offers this if it isn’t already in the extras. You get the idea!

Remember that a shorter time frame isn’t everything. Article writing is time consuming, especially when you consider the research. You are only spending $5, so you can’t expect miracles. If you want something quicker, offer to pay extra for it.

Finally, I really need to point this out. When looking for an article writer or rewriter on Fiverr, if something seems too good to be true then it probably is. Someone sending 10 500 word articles for $5 should raise alarm bells!

If you do want a high quality Fiverr article writer or rewriter, I'd love it if you would check out my gigs. If you want samples...well, you've seen my writing on here or you can ask for other samples.

Let me know if you come from my Fiverr blog and I will give you one free article (up to 400 words and without extras) with your first order!

Want Help with SEO? Why Fiverr SEO Gigs Might Not be the Best Option

There are plenty of Fiverr SEO gigs on the site. You will see them offering thousands of likes, followers or comments on your blogs.

They could have lots of positive feedback and people recommending them.

However, that doesn’t mean they’re good. In fact, a lot of these Fiverr SEO gigs are things to stay away from. They offer you no benefit and you need to find the real needles in the haystack of dodgy gigs.

What makes them so bad?

Fake Followers/Likes and the Use of Bots

When you see thousands of likes—often in the 10K or more—it’s a sign that you need to watch out. These are usually fake likes and followers, whether on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or anything else.

Nobody can guarantee that thousands of people will like or follow your page. While this may not seem like a big deal right now, it will when those numbers drop after the first couple of weeks.

Facebook, Twitter and all the other social media sites know when the profiles are fake. They’re deleted and your numbers drop quickly. You may even find yourself affected negatively for purchasing likes and followers. It’s against the sites’ TOS.

They Won’t Interact with You

There’s no point in having people who don’t interact with your posts. Even having genuine followers will do you no good if they don’t comment, like and share your posts—that’s the whole point of social media.

There is just no value in these SEO gigs on Fiverr. They offer your business no benefit. Sure, they make your page look full of people who are interested but wouldn’t you rather really have people who are interested?

It’s worth putting in the hard work to get yourself noticed and get people to like you for who you really are! They’ll then share your posts and it will improve your reach organically.

No Value for Money with Fiverr SEO Gigs

I’ve already mentioned it but it’s worth reiterating. There is no value in these SEO gigs on Fiverr. They’re a waste of $5.

You would be better spending that money on a writer to create new blog posts or someone to actually share your content on their Twitter stream. That will get you noticed by more people and increase your page rank and chance of business.

Speak to the Fiverr Sellers

When you see these gigs, make sure you do some checks. Find out whether they offer real followers and likes or whether it is all done with software. It’s a great business venture for them but not for you.

You should also find out how that will help you. I recently had someone contact me through my work email (not from Fiverr) about these types of businesses and offered to put thousands of followers on my Twitter account. I asked how that would really help get things shared. Funnily enough, I didn’t get an answer. Why? Because it won’t help at all!

Focus on quality and not quantity. Spend your money on something that is worthwhile. The Fiverr SEO gigs simply are not!

What’s the Best Type of Fiverr Gig to Make Money?

Making money on Fiverr is a goal for many. There are some people who do it for fun—there was one guy in the forum a while back who would constantly gloat about how he had enough money and he was just doing his Fiverr gigs to “give back” to the world or something along those lines. Cocky, if you ask me.

Anyway, if you do want to make money, your Fiverr gig is (or gigs are) really important. You need to choose something that will sell and gives you a decent hourly wage.

So what is the best Fiverr gig to make money?

There’s not one in particular but here are some ideas.

Something that You’re Already Good At

You don’t want to spend hours researching or finding out how to do something. You want to offer something that you’re already good at doing.

I’ve seen gigs with a “I will help you” title and they promise to do anything—sorry but you’re not an expert at everything and you’re not going to be able to do everything within the space of 20-30 minutes or so.

You want something that you can deliver quickly but with quality. I offer 400 words for a general article because it takes me about 20 minutes to do. I do 100 words of sales copy for the first $5 because that gives me the extra time to research the product/service and promote it.

You Need to Enjoy Your Fiverr Gig to Make Money

Make it look like you’ve put a lot of effort in.

You can do that by enjoying your Fiverr gig. Don’t go in with just the idea to make money. You will hardly make anything if the quality and value isn’t there.

If it means extending delivery times, go for it. But make sure you really enjoy what you’re doing. You may experience burn out or just be tired of working now and then (everyone goes through it at some point) but it shouldn’t last forever.

When you Fiverr gig is no longer something you enjoy doing, it will show in your work and you will start to lose out on orders.

Offer Something Quick and Simple

Remember that it is only $5. You don’t want to offer hours of work for that $5; it’s just not worth it.

Offer something simple and quick to do. I don’t like anything that is going to take longer than 20 minutes for $5. If it seems to take longer, I will talk to the buyer about it and be honest. It needs to be worthwhile for me so I can focus on quality.

If you can, offer something that is already created. You can then just attach it and send. I used to offer an eBook on making money writing through the site but it wasn’t doing so great so removed the gig. But there are plenty of others who create gigs like this and make a lot of money.

It’s Not All About the Gig

Remember it’s not just your Fiverr gigs that help you make money on the site. You will also need to focus on excellent customer service and quality every time.

Some in the forum suggest to over-deliver but I have my own view on this. I’ll go over that at some point.

Without good customer service, responding to requests and marketing your Fiverr gigs, they’re not going to make you the money that you dream of.

If you want more tips on how to make money on Fiverr, don’t forget to buy my eBook. It’s available at Amazon at the moment, through these links below, and will be available through Smashwords and on other eReaders very soon.

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What Fiverr gigs make you money? Feel free to share your experience here.