If you’ve been working as a freelancer online for a while or are just starting to look into it, you surely know how quickly things change. A few years ago, it was all about helping with e-commerce, social media, and basic site development. Today, blockchain is quietly establishing a new set of remote jobs that Filipinos may do very well in. Not a lot of buzz. We are recognized for being reliable, communicative, and taking the initiative, therefore these are just new types of employment that reward those skills.
This is a useful guide in simple language. No jargon, and no promises of getting rich quickly. Just a straightforward way to see if this area is right for you and how to get started securely.
What is blockchain, and why should freelancers care?
You may think of blockchain as an online ledger that everyone can see and that records can’t be easily changed or fabricated. No one firm owns the data because several computers check transactions. Why this is important for work:
- Ownership and openness: You can show who did what and when (this is helpful for IP, royalties, or on-chain credentials).
- Payments that are faster and may be made anywhere in the world: Stablecoins like USDT and USDC can send money across borders quickly and cheaply.
- New items and groups:A lot of initiatives need individuals to create, explain, and maintain these systems, from gaming economics to supply chain monitoring to creator royalties.
You’ll see blockchain in:
- Payments and money transfers
- Tracking the supply chain (food, luxury items, healthcare)
- The creative economy and gaming
- Decentralized apps (dApps) for finance (DeFi), identification, and other things
You don’t have to be a Solidity engineer to take part. A lot of the jobs are “non-technical” or “semi-technical” and build on abilities you may already have.
Where Filipino Talent Belongs
Filipinos are good in communicating, building communities, designing things, helping others, and getting things done on time. Here are some examples of how certain strengths may be used in real life:
Community and Help
- Community manager or moderator:Manage FAQs, run Discord and Telegram channels, and host AMAs.
- Support specialist or writer for a knowledge base:Make clear guidelines and “help center” articles out of cluttered posts.
- Social media and community materialincludes short updates, announcements, and news about the community.
Content and Communications
- Content writer or copywriter:Write newsletters, product pages, and blog entries that explain features without using jargon.
- Technical writing (not for developers):Make quick-start tutorials that are easy for users to understand out of developer docs.
Branding and Design
- Graphic design and brand systems:Launches, infographics, and explainers that use pictures.
- Motion design:Short films that show how a wallet or dApp flow works.
QA and Operations
- By hand QA for smart contracts and dApps:Follow test scripts, write down issues, and copy user flows.
- DAO work (junior):Taking notes during meetings, structuring proposals, and basic treasury operations with help.
Development (for people who know how to code)
- For dApps, the front end is made up of React, Next.js, and wallet integrations like WalletConnect.
- Tools for writing documentation:adding to example repos, docs sites, and sample repos.
Community Growth and Localization
- Tagalog/English localization:Translate documents, subtitles, and text in the app.
- Relations with creators:Get streamers and community leaders on board for campaigns.
Tip: A lot of companies seek “T-shaped” contributors, which means they want someone with a lot of soft skills and one deep talent, like exceptional communication and a good QA process or design and basic product writing.
Getting Paid and Staying Safe at Work
If you do it correctly, crypto payments may be easy.
Basics of a wallet
- Use a trustworthy wallet, either a mobile app or browser plugin. Keep your seed word safe when you’re not online. Don’t ever share it.
- Use stablecoins like USDC and USDT to avoid price changes.
- Try it out with a little transaction first. Check the network costs and the chain (for example, Ethereum vs. Polygon).
Compliance and taxes
- If you switch to PHP, you should expect KYC on big exchanges. Keep track of the dates, amounts, and invoices.
- Check your local tax laws; crypto revenue is still income. Keep track of everything.
Safety
- Check clients: Check to see if the firm has a website, a LinkedIn team, and an active Discord or GitHub.
- Use escrowwhenever you can. Don’t start on sites like Upwork until the milestone is paid for.
- Red signs include:“Pay a fee to get hired,” returns that aren’t realistic, contracts that are hurried, and demands for your seed word.
Starter Kit
Ideas and tools
- Chains and wallets:Know the difference between L1 and L2, gas costs, and stablecoins. First, try a testnet.
- The basics of EVM: You don’t have to write smart contracts, but you should know what they are and how they function.
- Tools for the community: Roles on Discord, moderation bots, and the basics of becoming an admin on Telegram.
- Docs and repos: How to read a README file, report a problem, and follow a contribution guide on GitHub.
Ideas for your portfolio (even if you’re new)
- A one-page instruction (PDF or blog post) on how to properly set up a wallet.
- A brief thread with pictures that explains the main aspect of a project.
- A sample item in the knowledge base is “How to move assets from Chain A to Chain B.”
- Case study: Rework the flow for signing up for a dApp (before and after mockups).
- QA sample: A bug report for a test dApp that includes methods to reproduce the bug and screenshots.
Where to look for roles
- “Careers” or “Contribute” are common links on official project sites and [Docs] pages.
- [Official Discord] and Telegram: Search for “bounties,” “jobs,” or “contribute.”
- Job boards for crypto jobs include [Job Board], [Job Board 2], and LinkedIn with the phrases “web3,” “crypto,” “community,” “technical writer,” or “dApp.”
- For general freelance sites like Upwork and Fiverr, use web3-related keywords and say that you know how to use Discord and wallets.
Rates, the learning curve, and what to expect
General ranges (which might vary a lot depending on the size and complexity of the project and your portfolio):
- Community moderation:$8 to $20 an hour; Community manager: $15 to $40 an hour
- Content/copy:$40 to $150 for a brief article or $0.05 to $0.25 per word; Technical writing may be more
- Design/motion:$15 to $60 per hour; the pricing per asset is established.
- QA and manual testing:$10 to $30 per hour (compensation goes up with more tools and stricter processes)
- Front-end developer:$20 to $80 per hour (or per feature)
Schedule
- If you write solid portfolio pieces and apply every week, you should be able to get your first web3 customer in 3 to 8 weeks.
- There will be a learning curve when it comes to wallets, chains, and security. It’s normal.
Risk management and red flags
- “We’ll pay after the token launch.” Request partial payment in advance or milestone escrow.
- No contract, no defined scope, or “work for exposure.” Say no or talk about limits.
- APYs or gifts that are too good to be true are probably frauds.
Simple Comparison of Roles and Skills/Tools
Community/Support
- Skills:Writing in clear English, managing conflicts calmly, and keeping records
- Discord, Telegram, Notion, and analytics dashboards are some of the
Content and Tech Writing
- Skills:Explaining things in plain language, structuring things, and giving examples to help
- Tools:Markdown, basic screenshot tools, and GitHub for versioning
QA/Ops
- Skills:Test thinking, taking notes step by step, and being able to do things again
- Tools:TestRail (or spreadsheets), problem trackers, screen recording, and more than one wallet or browser
Front-End Dev
- Skills:React/Next.js, connecting APIs, and understanding how users feel
- Tools:Wallet libraries, Storybook, and basic end-to-end testing
Design and Motion
- Skills:brand consistency, visual hierarchy, and micro-explainers
- Tools:Figma, After Effects (or other similar programs), and Lottie are some of the tools you may use.
A quick list box
- Create a secure wallet and save your seed phrase somewhere safe.
- Learn the basics, such stablecoins, gas costs, and testnets.
- Publish one or two items of your portfolio that are made for web3 users.
- Join two or three project communities and start helping out.
- Make a basic rate card and a one-page contract template.
- Choose your payment method: stablecoin → exchange -> PHP, with records.
- Make it a practice to check clients, ask for escrow, and keep logs.
7-Day Mini Action Plan
- Day 1:Make a wallet on a testnet. Send and get test tokens. Take notes and pictures of the steps.
- Day 2:Write a beginner’s guide of 600 to 800 words, such “How to Use a Wallet Safely.” Put it on your blog or LinkedIn.
- Day 3:Sign up for two [Official Discord] servers. Read the guidelines, say a few words about yourself, and keep track of frequently asked questions.
- Day 4:Make one portfolio item, such a sample FAQ page or a bug report template with examples.
- Day 5:Find five jobs on [Job Board], LinkedIn, or Upwork. Make proposals that are specific to the new things you’ve made.
- Day 6:Post something useful in a community, such a brief video tour or a list of frequently asked questions. Get some feedback.
- Day 7:Apply for three jobs. Talk to one maintainer again about a documentation problem or a tiny PR.
Call to Action
Today, make a testnet wallet, submit one useful element of your portfolio this week, and send three personalized applications. keep steady, keep safe, and check every customer. If you have questions or successes to share, leave them in the comments. Your progress can help the next Pinoy freelancer get started.
