Alex Brown

Contra is truly the all-in-one platform to source, manage, and pay freelancers with ease–we’re bridging the gap between companies and the incredible, flexible talent they need to scale. This launch represents countless hours of collaboration, user research, and iteration to ensure that we're not just launching a product but introducing a new standard for how companies engage with freelance...

So proud of our team for launching Portfolio Magic–a stand out tool designed to supercharge your freelance career. As a former design freelancer, I understand the challenges of branding yourself and crafting a compelling portfolio, not to mention the time it takes! With Portfolio Magic's AI-powered wizardry, you can effortlessly create stunning portfolios that captivate clients, leaving a...

Extremely excited and proud to be launching Portfolios by Contra. As always, we designed with Independents in mind, and are now offering a seamless portfolio website experience that is auto-connected to inquiries, contracts, project management, and commission-free payments. This makes it easier than ever for Independents to focus on their work, while we take care of the rest. I was fortunate...

A partnership with TikTok–what an incredible accomplishment for our team! Bring on a new way of connecting independents with clients. With TikTok Jumps, not only can you show off your best work and expand your reach, but prospective clients are able to see the brilliant person behind the talent–YOU. Looking forward to see how this feature is used to build meaningful connections and get paid...

As an independent, I was always on the lookout for a platform that would miraculously handle it all–contracts, communication, and payments without having to give up 20% of commission fees. Independents should be able to work the way they want–to have the headspace to do the things they love and get paid 100% of what they earn. Here at Contra, we are building the tools to do exactly that....

Right now, I’m at the beach celebrating this launch. Celebrating not only the immense hard work that my team has put into this launch, but the fact that I can work anywhere, anytime, and that I am thriving with this model. The workforce is changing–the future is flexible, and it's NOW. Read how 10,000+ independents agree. No longer do we have to be confined by location and commute. Creativity...

It is incredible to be a part of something that is changing how we work. I know the struggles of being an independent, but also how exhilarating and rewarding it is to work the way you want. Contra is working to enable the future of flexible work by giving independents the tools they need to collaborate and succeed. I so strongly believe in the statement that we work to live and not vice...