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Social cuts & product reels

Tight 15–45s product edits: jump cuts, b-roll inserts, burned-in captions, and loudness-normalized exports.

Reels Premiere Pro Captions
8+ yrs · ~1h From $295

Jordan Okonkwo

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E-comm & Shopify hero trims

Crops from your master footage, end cards, and vertical variants for ads — keeps SKUs readable on mobile.

9:16 DaVinci Resolve Product
6+ yrs · ~2h From $48/hr

Sam Rivera

Verified

Subtitles, SRT & on-screen text

Clean caption styles, safe margins, and .srt handoff — matches the basic-scope brief you described.

SRT After Effects Subtitles
10+ yrs · ~3h Bundle from $275

Riley Park

Verified

Color polish for social (Rec.709)

Quick grade pass on product clips so skin and fabric look true-to-life before you post or boost.

Color Reels Product
7+ yrs · ~2h Grade add-on $125

Alex Morgan

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Talking-head trims for founder clips

Remove filler, tighten pacing, add lower-thirds once — good when your reel mixes face-cam with product shots.

Premiere Talking head Cuts
5+ yrs · ~1h From $42/hr

Casey Nguyen

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Meta / TikTok ad cutdowns

Same edit, three aspect ratios, hook-first openings — built for paid tests alongside organic posts.

Cutdowns Meta ads CapCut
4+ yrs · ~45m 3 ratios from $330

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Vagab Khizriev

Vagab Khizriev

Palo Alto, United States of America

$20/hr · 8 services

I'm a product designer, frontend developer, and video editor — a rare combination of creative and technical skills under one roof. I craft bold, user-obsessed digital experiences that don't just look good — they feel alive. From pixel-perfect UI systems and conversion-focused landing pages to full-stack web development and cinematic video production, I handle the entire creative pipeline: concept, design, code, and post-production. Whether you need a high-performing product interface built in Figma and shipped in Next.js, a brand film edited with intention, or an AI-powered workflow that saves your team 10 hours a week — I deliver work that's clean, purposeful, and built to perform. I don't believe in handoffs between designers and developers. I speak both languages fluently, which means faster delivery, tighter execution, and a final product that actually matches the vision.

web developer frontend developer React developer
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Exodia

Exodia

Tbilisi, Georgia

$1/hr · 1 service

Frontend Developer with 4+ years of commercial experience in Vue/Nuxt and TypeScript. I build scalable UI systems, migrate legacy codebases, and ship reliable frontends with strong testing and CI/CD practices.

Javascript Typescript Nuxt
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Zhenya

Zhenya

Minsk, Belarus

$35/hr · 10 services

Fullstack Developer with 5+ years of experience in frontend and backend development. Experienced in leading projects and teams, defining tech stacks and architecture, implementing CI/CD, optimizing performance, building microservices and micro-frontends, conducting technical interviews, mentoring developers, and improving development workflows.

Frontend Development React Next.js
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Anton Mironov

Anton Mironov

Belgrade, Serbia

$300/hr · 3 services

Node.js fullstack developer based in Belgrade.

React Next.js TypeScript
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Verified specialist profiles

Specialists are ID-verified and manually approved before profiles go live — stronger trust for teams, agencies, and solo founders.

Escrow until you approve delivery

Payment is released after you approve the delivery. If it misses the brief, you have a protected path to resolve — built for milestones and revisions.

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Structured AI briefs, chat-first alignment, and specialist shortlists built from your scope and deadline — less back-and-forth than generic marketplaces.

Best-in-class UI builds

Engineers who turn design files into responsive, accessible interfaces with clean component structure and production-ready code. Ideal for product launches, marketing sites, and design system rollouts.

Hire frontend engineers for React, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript builds with fast delivery and polished UI.

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Product and app frontends

Specialists focused on dashboards, authenticated app flows, complex state, API integration, and maintainable frontend architecture. Strong fit for SaaS, marketplaces, and internal tools.

Freelance frontend engineers for React, Vue, Next.js, TypeScript, API integration, dashboard UI, component libraries, and responsive web apps.

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  1. Draft a brief with AI

    Explain scope, platforms, deadlines, and constraints in plain words — AI structures scope, revisions, and budget so specialists estimate accurately.

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  2. Match specialists — chat before you pay

    See specialists matched to your brief: tools, turnaround, and portfolio fit. Message to confirm revisions and delivery specs.

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  3. Review and collaborate

    Centralize feedback, versions, and references so revisions stay aligned from rough draft to final delivery.

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  4. Pay when delivery is approved

    Escrow releases after you approve delivery. Card-friendly checkout with dispute paths if output diverges from the agreed brief.

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Find the right Frontend Engineer for any web project

Need a landing page, SaaS dashboard, component library, or app refactor? Choose specialists in React, Next.js, Vue, and TypeScript, plus engineers who excel at performance, accessibility, animation, and design-system work.

Frontend engineers for Figma to code, responsive layouts, React components, Next.js pages, Vue interfaces, TypeScript refactors, Tailwind styling, HTML/CSS implementation, accessibility fixes, performance optimization, API-connected UIs, and reusable component systems.

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Brand & Design

Branding, websites, marketing visuals

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IT & AI

Automation, AI features, custom models

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Business & Ops

Strategy, consulting, operations support

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E-Commerce

Store setup, product pages, conversion growth

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Web & App Dev

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Hire Frontend Engineers with production-ready UI, speed, and clean handoff

If you want to hire frontend engineers who can ship polished interfaces without slowing down product delivery, Selfwork makes it easy to compare specialists by stack, portfolio quality, and brief fit. Whether you need a freelance frontend engineer for a landing page, a remote frontend engineer for a dashboard, or a specialist to modernize an existing app, you can move from shortlist to matched talent quickly.

The strongest frontend engineers do more than write code. They translate product goals into responsive layouts, accessible interactions, and reusable components that are easier to maintain after launch. A good brief should describe the platform, device targets, design source, technical constraints, API dependencies, deadline, and whether you need help with greenfield build, refactor, or ongoing support. If your project uses React, Next.js, Vue, or TypeScript, mention that upfront so the right candidates can respond fast.

Selfwork is built for practical hiring: clear scope, transparent pricing signals, and specialists who can work remotely across time zones. That means you can hire frontend engineers for one-off builds or longer engagements, from marketing pages and SaaS UIs to checkout flows, internal tools, and design-system implementation. The result is less back-and-forth, fewer misunderstandings, and a better chance of getting the exact frontend outcome you planned.

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Pricing for frontend engineering work

Frontend engineering pricing depends on scope, complexity, and the amount of design and product thinking required. Simple page builds cost less than multi-step app flows, component libraries, or performance-sensitive interfaces.

Project type Typical price range Best for
Landing page / marketing site $400–$2,000 Single-page or small multi-page builds, fast turnaround, design-to-code work
SaaS dashboard or app UI $1,500–$6,000+ Authenticated frontends, complex state, tables, filters, charts, and CRUD flows
Design system / component library $2,000–$10,000+ Reusable UI foundations, documentation, tokens, and scalable component architecture
Frontend refactor / modernization $1,000–$8,000+ Legacy cleanup, TypeScript migration, performance improvements, and codebase restructuring
Ongoing frontend support $500–$5,000/month Iterative product work, bug fixes, UI enhancements, and release support

Rates vary based on framework expertise, animation needs, accessibility requirements, and integration complexity. A freelance frontend engineer with strong React or Next.js experience may charge more, especially if they can own implementation, troubleshooting, and handoff.

Formats and use cases

Frontend engineers on Selfwork can support a wide range of deliverables:

  • Marketing sites and landing pages: fast, responsive, conversion-focused builds with strong visuals and performance.
  • SaaS products: dashboards, tables, forms, authentication screens, and complex application states.
  • Design-to-code implementation: clean translation from Figma into HTML, CSS, React, or Vue.
  • Component systems: reusable UI building blocks, storybook-style documentation, and design-token alignment.
  • Performance work: improving page speed, bundle size, image handling, hydration, and rendering behavior.
  • Accessibility updates: keyboard navigation, semantic markup, contrast, focus states, and screen-reader support.
  • Frontend refactors: converting old code, improving structure, and preparing apps for scale.
  • API-connected interfaces: forms, CRUD screens, data views, search, filters, and real-time UI behavior.

If you need a remote frontend engineer, be explicit about collaboration preferences, code review expectations, and whether the work is part of a broader engineering team or a standalone implementation.

How to hire frontend engineers on Selfwork in 4 steps

  1. Post a brief Share the product goal, stack, design files, key pages, deadlines, and success criteria. Include whether you need build, fix, refactor, or ongoing support.

  2. Review matching specialists Compare frontend engineers by platform experience, portfolio relevance, response speed, and previous work. Shortlist candidates who have built similar interfaces.

  3. Align on scope and timeline Confirm deliverables, milestones, communication cadence, and what “done” means. This is especially important for React, Next.js, and Vue projects with multiple states or routes.

  4. Fund securely and start work Use escrow-style protection while the project runs. Release payment as milestones are completed and accepted.

Common brief mistakes to avoid

A strong brief helps you hire frontend engineers faster and get better results. Avoid these mistakes:

  • Vague scope: “Need a frontend” is too broad. List pages, features, and expected outputs.
  • No design source: If you have Figma, wireframes, or references, attach them.
  • Missing stack details: Say whether the project is React, Next.js, Vue, or plain HTML/CSS.
  • Ignoring responsive behavior: Clarify mobile, tablet, and desktop expectations.
  • No API or backend info: Engineers need to know what data exists and how it arrives.
  • Unclear deadline: Separate launch date from nice-to-have enhancements.
  • No acceptance criteria: Define what counts as a finished page, component, or feature.

A freelance frontend engineer can move much faster when the brief includes browser support, animation requirements, accessibility standards, and any must-match brand rules.

Verification and escrow

Selfwork is designed to reduce hiring risk. Verified specialists help you avoid low-quality matches, while escrow-based payments protect both sides during delivery. That means you can hire frontend engineers with more confidence, especially when the work touches customer-facing product UI, checkout paths, or revenue pages.

Verification helps ensure the specialist understands modern frontend workflows, from component-based development to responsive design and implementation quality. Escrow keeps the process structured: funds are held safely, milestones are agreed in advance, and release happens when work is delivered as expected.

This is particularly useful when hiring a remote frontend engineer, where communication, timing, and handoff quality matter as much as coding ability.

FAQ

What should I include in a frontend engineer brief? Include the platform, framework, design files, target devices, pages or features, deadline, and any integrations. If you want React, Next.js, Vue, or TypeScript expertise, say so clearly.

Can I hire a frontend engineer for a single landing page? Yes. Many clients hire freelance frontend engineers for one-off pages, campaign microsites, or conversion-focused landing page builds.

Do frontend engineers on Selfwork work remotely? Yes. You can hire remote frontend engineers for short projects or ongoing product work across time zones.

What is the difference between a frontend engineer and a UI developer? A frontend engineer typically handles more product logic, component structure, and integrations, while a UI developer may focus more narrowly on visual implementation. Many specialists cover both.

Is escrow available for frontend projects? Yes. Escrow-style protection helps secure milestones and keeps the project process clear for both client and engineer.