NEARN

Gigs Marketplace Platform for the NEAR Ecosystem. Discover projects and sponsorships from the best NEAR companies in one place and apply to them using a single profile.

Why NEARN?​

NEARN is a platform that connects projects (sponsors) with skilled contributors to complete bounties, projects, and tasks in the NEAR ecosystem.

• NEAR Focus – All tasks target the unique needs of the NEAR ecosystem.
• Global Talent Pool – Access contributors worldwide.

Whether you’re a freelancer looking to contribute to the NEAR ecosystem or a project seeking contributors, NEARN simplifies the process in a decentralized way.

Below is a quick overview of how it works for both contributors and sponsors.

Dual-Role Capability

You can seamlessly operate as both a sponsor and as contributor under a single NEARN account.

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For Contributors​

Who is it for? Freelancers, developers, designers, writers, and other NEAR enthusiasts looking to contribute by completing tasks.

How it works:

1. Sign Up – Connect your Google account or sign in with your email address.
2. Browse Opportunities
   • Explore a dynamic homepage feed featuring a wide array of opportunities from various organizations across the NEAR ecosystem.
   • Browse opportunities by specific categories of work (e.g., Content, Design, Development, Other) or by opportunity types (Bounties, Projects, Sponsorships) to narrow your search.
   • Visit individual sponsor profile pages to see all the opportunities they are currently offering.
3. Apply/Complete Tasks – Submit proposals for projects or directly complete bounties (e.g., write a blog, design graphics, audit code).
4. Get Paid – Once approved, receive payment in crypto (usually USDC, NEAR, or other tokens).

Key Features for Users:

• Variety of Tasks – From quick bounties (e.g., tweet threads) to long-term projects (e.g., smart contract development).
• Crypto Payments – Earn in stablecoins or tokens.
• Reputation System – High-quality work can lead to more opportunities.

Best for:

• Freelancers wanting crypto-paid gigs.
• NEAR builders looking to contribute to new projects.
• Beginners seeking to enter the crypto space by doing small tasks.

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For Sponsors​

Who is it for? Crypto startups, DAOs, and NEAR projects looking for talent to complete tasks (development, marketing, content, etc.).

How it works:

1. List Opportunities – Post projects, bounties, and sponsorships.
2. Review Contributors – Choose from applicants or wait for task submissions.
3. Approve & Pay – Release payment upon satisfactory completion.

Key Features for Sponsors:

• Access to Skilled Talent – Find vetted contributors from the NEAR ecosystem.
• Flexible Engagement – One-off tasks or recurring gigs.
• Crypto-Native Payments – Pay in USDC, NEAR, or your project’s tokens.
• Community Exposure – Get visibility among the NEAR community.

Best for:

• Early-stage projects needing affordable, scalable help.
• DAOs looking to decentralize tasks.
• Companies wanting to incentivize community contributions.

Multiple Sponsor Identities​

If you oversee several initiatives or entities (e.g., different DAOs, project arms, or grant programs), you can manage all their distinct sponsor profiles from a single NEARN user account, switching seamlessly between them.