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Stan G.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

$10/hr
4.9
186 jobs

I'm Stan, founder of Evateck, a managed customer support and BPO provider helping companies build dedicated remote teams for customer support, content moderation, and back-office operations. Evateck recruits, trains, manages, and QA-monitors every agent we assign. Instead of simply providing individual freelancers, we build managed teams with onboarding, supervision, escalation procedures, reporting, backup coverage, and ongoing performance management built into the engagement. What we handle Customer & Technical Support Live chat, email, phone, and social support; Tier 1–2 technical troubleshooting; ecommerce and marketplace support; orders, refunds, returns, exchanges, shipping and tracking issues, account questions, and escalations. Content Moderation & QA High-volume content review, listing and asset QA, moderation queues, policy enforcement, trust and safety workflows, and structured escalation processes. Back-Office Operations CRM and ticketing administration, data processing, order management, scheduling, verification workflows, reporting, status monitoring, and repetitive operational work built around your existing SOPs. Recent Evateck engagements include * Customer support for a global baby-gear rental marketplace * Scaling support capacity for a SaaS company * Reviewing **22,000+ marketplace assets** against a fixed project deadline * After-hours track-and-trace operations for a logistics provider * Ongoing ecommerce and marketplace customer service across email, chat, and phone Our teams work inside the systems you already use, including Zendesk, Gorgias, Freshdesk, Intercom, HubSpot, ecommerce platforms, CRMs, and custom internal tools. We can provide multilingual coverage across 10+ languages, support US, UK, and European operating hours, and build teams for extended-hours or 24/7 coverage. Depending on the engagement, our teams have achieved performance metrics including: * 95% of live chats answered within 2 minutes * 95% of emails answered within 30 minutes * 90% of calls answered within 5 minutes * 85% first-contact resolution * 4.5/5 average CSAT * 90+ NPS We can also operate within client-defined security, privacy, and data-handling procedures, including GDPR-sensitive workflows. I understand both sides of the operation: the customer-facing support experience and the technology behind it. Evateck is a strong fit for * Ecommerce businesses needing reliable customer support coverage * Marketplaces managing large volumes of buyers, sellers, listings, or content * SaaS companies scaling Tier 1–2 support without building a large internal team * Companies needing content moderation or QA at scale * Logistics and operational businesses requiring after-hours coverage * Teams overwhelmed by ticket queues, repetitive workflows, or back-office tasks * Companies looking for a managed support operation rather than individual freelancers If your team is buried in support tickets, moderation queues, or repetitive operational work, I’d be happy to discuss what a dedicated Evateck team could take off your plate.

  • Customer Service
  • Customer Support
  • Content Moderation
  • BPO Call Center
  • Phone Support
  • Email Support
  • Technical Support
  • Zendesk
  • Freshdesk
  • Intercom
  • Customer Service Training
  • Ecommerce Support
  • Business Operations
  • In-App Support
Cissy T.

Kampala, Uganda

$5/hr
4.5
6 jobs

Customer retention specialist with 7+ years reducing churn, restoring CRM accuracy, and building customer success systems for SaaS and e-commerce brands. Results from week one. Hi. I'm Cissy, and I need to tell you something most founders discover too late. Your customers aren't leaving because your product failed them. They're leaving because the experience between signup and their first real win has a gap nobody is owning. And every week that gap goes unfixed, it compounds, in lost monthly recurring revenue, in referrals that never happen, and in customers who cancel quietly and tell everyone why. I close that gap. Deliberately. Measurably. My career started at the Danish Refugee Council, one of the world's largest international NGOs, managing front office operations and stakeholder communication for 300+ staff across multiple time zones. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, and have since built customer success and CRM systems for SaaS companies and e-commerce brands where client retention directly drives revenue. I don't just understand customer success theory. I've built the helpdesk workflows, onboarding systems, and churn prevention processes, inside real businesses, under real pressure, with results that show up in the numbers. If you're running a SaaS company, a subscription e-commerce brand, or a B2B service business, you've probably already seen the warning signs: ▸ Churn is climbing but nobody can isolate the root cause ▸ Your CRM holds data nobody trusts, duplicates, dead records, missing fields ▸ Customer onboarding is inconsistent, some clients thrive, others disappear before month three ▸ Your support team is reactive by default, not by design ▸ At-risk accounts go undetected until the cancellation email arrives That is not a staffing problem, it's a systems problem, and it is exactly what I specialize in fixing. I'm not a customer support specialist you manage; I'm a customer success operator you deploy, and I come with a complete system, not just availability. Most support specialists handle tickets reactively. I build the helpdesk management workflows and SLA-compliant escalation systems that eliminate unnecessary tickets before they exist, while proactively monitoring customer health scores and at-risk accounts before cancellation decisions are made. The difference shows up in three numbers: your churn rate, your CSAT score, and your net revenue retention. Those are the numbers I move. Deliberately. From week one. What my clients actually measure: ▸ 60–80% faster response times in week one ▸ 85%+ first-contact resolution (FCR) rate across email, chat, and phone support ▸ 100% CRM data accuracy — HubSpot, Zoho CRM, Freshdesk, Zendesk ▸ Churn reduced through structured onboarding that gets clients to their first win before day 30 ▸ At-risk accounts identified and recovered before cancellation decisions are made ▸ Weekly visibility reports; CSAT scores, FCR rates, ticket volume, churn indicators Tools I work in daily: Zendesk, Freshdesk, HubSpot CRM, Zoho CRM, Pipedrive, Intercom, Shopify, Gorgias, Click Up, Notion, Google Workspace, Slack, Calendly Who I work with: Founders and operators at growth-stage SaaS companies, e-commerce brands, and B2B service businesses who understand one thing clearly; customer retention is a revenue strategy, not a support function. If you're scaling past the point where you can personally own every client relationship and you need someone who can own that function completely, we should talk. Here's the lowest-risk way to start: Send me one message. Describe your current customer experience setup, what's working, what isn't, and where you feel most exposed. I'll respond within 24 hours with a specific, honest assessment of your biggest retention risk and exactly how I'd approach fixing it. No pitch. No template. Just a direct answer from someone who has seen this problem before and knows exactly how to close it. Most clients say that reply alone was worth the message.

  • Customer Support
  • Email Support
  • Client Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • CRM Software
  • Zendesk
  • Freshdesk
  • HubSpot
  • Ticketing System
  • Customer Onboarding
  • Online Chat Support
  • Calendar Management
  • Ecommerce Support
  • Helpdesk
  • Shopify
  • Nonprofit
Ujunwa Christophine E.

Lagos, Nigeria

$6/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Every lead that goes unanswered, every customer inquiry that slips through the cracks, and every missed follow-up is a potential loss in revenue. I help SaaS companies, tech startups, and B2B organizations build support systems that improve customer experience, strengthen retention, and protect revenue opportunities. While many Customer Support Specialists focus solely on resolving tickets, I focus on the entire customer journey—from first contact and onboarding to long-term customer loyalty. My approach combines customer support, CRM management, and lead nurturing to help businesses create seamless customer experiences while ensuring no valuable lead or opportunity is overlooked. Using HubSpot, Zendesk, Intercom, and Freshdesk, I help businesses streamline customer communication, organize customer data, manage support workflows, and maintain efficient lead management processes. Through hands-on HubSpot CRM projects, I have organized lead pipelines, created contact management workflows, and implemented lead-tracking processes designed to ensure inquiries are assigned, followed up on promptly, and moved through the appropriate customer journey. Great customer support is not a cost center—it is a growth function. When customers receive timely support, prospects receive consistent follow-up, and customer data is managed effectively, businesses retain more customers, increase conversions, and grow sustainably. How I Can Help Your Business ✔ Customer Support & Ticket Management ✔ Email & Live Chat Support ✔ HubSpot CRM Management ✔ Zendesk & Intercom Administration ✔ Freshdesk Support Operations ✔ Lead Management & Lead Nurturing ✔ Customer Success, Retention & Onboarding Support ✔ CRM Data Management & Cleanup ✔ Contact Database Management ✔ Pipeline Management ✔ Knowledge Base Documentation ✔ Escalation Management ✔ Customer Experience (CX) Support What You Can Expect • Prompt, professional, and customer-focused communication • Accurate and well-organized CRM records • Consistent lead follow-up and pipeline management • Efficient handling of customer inquiries and support tickets • Reliable support processes that help your business scale • A customer-first approach that strengthens trust and loyalty I genuinely enjoy helping customers feel heard, supported, and confident in the businesses they choose. Whether your leads come from your website, referrals, paid campaigns, or inbound inquiries, I ensure they are documented, organized, and guided through the right customer journey so nothing falls through the cracks. If you're looking for a Customer Support & CRM Specialist who can help you improve customer experience, maintain an organized CRM, and ensure no lead falls through the cracks, send me a message or invite me to your job. Let's discuss your CRM, support workflows, and customer journey, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, retention, and long-term growth.

  • Customer Experience
  • Customer Support
  • Customer Service
  • Email Support
  • Online Chat Support
  • Zendesk
  • HubSpot
  • Intercom
  • Freshdesk
  • Lead Management
  • Lead Nurturing
  • Customer Retention
  • Customer Onboarding
  • Helpdesk
  • Ticketing System
  • Database Management
  • Inbound Inquiry
  • SaaS
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Customer Satisfaction
Chris P.

Tacoma, Central Singapore

$70/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I'm a Product Designer, Agentic Engineer, and Product Thinker with 18+ years of experience building digital products that people actually want to use — across eCommerce, B2B, B2C, SaaS, and enterprise platforms. My background spans some of the region's most recognized brands: Head of Design & Experience at StarHub, Design Manager for Enterprise UX at Agoda, Team Lead at Microsoft, and senior roles across the US and Southeast Asia. I've built and led multidisciplinary teams of designers, researchers, and brand strategists — but these days I'm fully hands-on, freelancing full-time and doing what I love most: solving real product problems from the ground up. What makes me a little different: I don't just design — I build. I'm comfortable working across the full product stack, from early strategy and user research through Figma prototypes, design systems, and developer-ready handoff. As an Agentic Engineer, I work with AI as a deliberate collaborator — defining the architecture, logic, and approach first before directing AI tools to execute with precision. This is a fundamentally different discipline from simply prompting and hoping for the best. I also integrate AI into my design workflow daily — accelerating research synthesis, generating concepts faster, and moving from brief to polished output more efficiently than a traditional process allows. This combination — senior strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and AI-augmented workflow — means I can do in days what used to take weeks, without sacrificing quality. What I can help you with: — UX/UI design for web and mobile — SaaS and enterprise product design — eCommerce and checkout experience — Website redesigns in Figma, Framer, or Webflow — UX audits and conversion optimization — Design systems and component libraries — Research, testing, and synthesis — Prototyping and developer handoff — Full-stack site and application builds using agentic AI development workflows — from architecture and logic definition through to a fully deployed, production-ready product I work best with clients who value clear thinking, fast execution, and a designer who asks the right questions before jumping to solutions. If that sounds like you, let's talk.

  • Web Design
  • Website Redesign
  • Information Architecture
  • Wireframing
  • Sketch
  • UX & UI
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • User Experience Design
Moises M.

Guadalajara, Mexico

$17/hr
5.0
17 jobs

Hi, I’m Moises — a Customer Support & Sales Specialist with over 10 years of experience working with US-based clients and international customers. I have handled multiple roles including Technical Support, Billing, Sales, and Customer Success across different industries. My background includes call center and freelance work, managing inbound calls, email support, live chat, and ticketing systems in fast-paced environments. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with clients from various sectors, adapting quickly to different products, processes, and customer needs. I focus on delivering excellent customer experiences by resolving issues efficiently, identifying sales opportunities, and maintaining high customer satisfaction. I am a fast learner, detail-oriented, and comfortable multitasking. I thrive in dynamic environments and consistently aim to exceed performance expectations and KPIs. If you're looking for someone reliable, adaptable, and experienced in customer-facing roles across industries, I’d be a valuable addition to your team.

  • Email Etiquette
  • Customer Support
  • English to Spanish Translation
  • Email Communication
  • Email Support
  • Product Knowledge
  • Customer Service
  • Phone Support
  • Customer Care
  • Sales
  • Zendesk
  • Shopify
Sachi D.

Caloocan, Philippines

$5/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Objective • Applying for the position of a Virtual Assistant to further improve my skills, knowledge and experience with utmost excellence as contribution to the company Skills • Has over 5 years’ worth of experience with hotel accommodations and customer service • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, fluent in English and Filipino • Strong interpersonal skills highly effective in communicating and listening • Customer-oriented and with strong leadership skills • Organized • Adheres to customer service procedures • Highly driven to achieve team and company goals • Skilled in Opera Systems • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Power Point

  • Customer Experience Research
  • Market Research
  • Logo Design
  • Branding
  • English Tutoring
  • Design & Usability Research
  • Consumer Research
  • Receptionist Skills

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How to Hire Top Customer Experience Specialists

Customer experience specialists take a bird’s-eye view of every interaction between a customer and your organization. They can help your business become more customer-focused.

So how do you hire customer experience specialists? What follows are some tips for finding top customer experience specialists on Upwork.

How to shortlist customer experience professionals

As you’re browsing available customer experience consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Industry fit. You want a customer experience specialist who understands your industry so they can help you figure out how to offer a great CX to your target market.
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., familiarity with UX design to help improve a software product).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular customer experience specialist.

How to write an effective customer experience job post

With a clear picture of your ideal customer experience specialist in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

An effective customer experience job post should include:

  • Scope of work: From customer segmentation to customer journeys, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries or CRM tools, mention this here.
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SPECIALISTS FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What is customer experience? 

Customer experience (CX) is the sum experience of the entire customer journey from discovery to checkout to product support and beyond.

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in customer experience professionals:

  • Customer experience
  • Strong communication skills (written, verbal, visual)
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Zoho, Salesforce)

Why do you want to hire customer experience specialists?

The trick to finding top customer experience specialists is to identify your needs. Is your goal to use a combination of content and customer service to offer a superior customer experience? Are you seeking a CX manager experienced in tracking customer analytics with a CRM tool such as HubSpot? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life.

How much does it cost to hire a customer experience specialist?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced customer experience specialist may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their customer experience services more competitively.

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.

How long should you contract a customer experience specialist to complete your project?

As difficult as it is to estimate how long you will need a customer experience specialist, budgeting time is very important to keeping your project on track.

Be prepared to budget more time for more-demanding customer experience projects. For example, answering phone calls as a customer service representative well versed in CX will be less involved than managing B2C interactions as a customer experience manager (CXM).

What are the steps involved to hire customer experience specialists?

Here’s how to hire customer experience consultants in four simple steps:

  1. Identify your project needs, whether you need a customer service rep or a CXM.
  2. Define the scope of work and write a detailed job post. Be specific about deliverables (e.g., mapping customer journey for an online store).
  3. Review proposals and shortlist potential customer experience specialists for unique skills needed to bring your project to life (e.g., experience improving the CX of a Shopify store).
  4. Interview customer experience talent to gauge whether they’re the right fit for your project.