๐ Iโm Dr. Hunain Zulfiqar, an independent market research consultant with 10+ years of experience in primary and secondary research, supporting brands, startups, and agencies in making confident, evidence-based decisions.
Before transitioning to full-time freelance work, I worked as a researcher in a marketing sector in Beijing, China. Since then, Iโve completed 20+ projects on Upwork with a 100% Job Success Score, supporting clients across FMCG, media, education, fintech, IT, manufacturing, beauty, and emerging industries.
๐ I specialize in feasibility studies, market intelligence, competitive analysis, and TAM/SAM/SOM modeling โ turning complex data into clear, decision-ready strategy. My work supports M&A evaluations, market entry, growth strategy, and board-level reporting across the China, EU, USA and middle east.
๐Clients work with me because I go beyond data. I challenge assumptions, validate models, and translate research into commercial direction.
Core Areas of Expertise (and beyond):
โข Market Research/ Market Research Specialist
โข Market Sizing/ TAM SAM SOM Presentations/ Investor Pitch Deck/ Presentation Design
โข Competitive Analysis/ Competitor Benchmarking/ Competitor Research Business Analysis
โข Technical Writing/ Academic Writing/ Research SWOT Analysis
โข Business Plan/ Business Planning
โข White Paper Case Study Research
โข Data Analysis
โข Market Analysis Strategy
โข Content Strategy/ Content Writing Product/ UX Research Lead Generation Pricing Strategy/ Pricing Analysis
โข Qualitative Research/ Customer Insights/ Survey Design
โข Microsoft Excel Marketing Strategy
โข Company Research/ Online Research
โข Literature Review/ Academic Research/ Technical Research
โข Analyst Industry analysis/ Industry Landscape/ Industry Deep-Dive Sector
โข Deep-Dive/ Market Deep-Dive/ Sector Analysis
โข Business Consulting/ Business
โข Business Plan/ Business Planning
โข White Paper Case Study Research
โข Go-to-Market Strategy (GTM) Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Analysis/ M&A Research Financial Analysis Brand Research
โข Market Segmentation Digital Marketing Feasibility Study Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Analysis
๐Why Work with Me?
โข 100% Job Success Score
โข Cross-industry research experience
โข Chinese native level proficiency with fluent English
โข Strong analytical + strategic thinking
โข Committed to responsible and ethical research practices
๐ฌIf you're looking for a research partner who can support validation, expansion, or strategic decisions in China, Iโd be happy to discuss your project. Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. Feel free to reach out to explore how I can support your goals.
Best regards,
Hunain
Brand Research
Competitive Analysis
Consumer Research
Market Analysis
Virtual Assistance
Chinese
Mystery Shopping
Qualitative Research
Usability Testing
Pricing Research
Survey
Mandarin Chinese to English Translation
Quantitative Research
SEO Content
Lead Generation
Data Analysis
Content Marketing
Business Plan
Social Media Management
Pitch Deck
Shuhua Z.
Guangzhou, China
$10/hr
5.0
8 jobs
I have worked in a Fortune 500 company for over 10 years and possess extensive experience in data analysis, project management, business reporting, and project planning. In my personal life, I enjoy traveling, writing, and teaching languages. I like to write travel diaries and have my own public account. During my spare time, I am interested in taking up various types of work to broaden my horizons and experiences, as well as help small businesses or individuals achieve mutual benefits.
Travel Planning
Analytical Presentation
Customer Retention Strategy
Microsoft Office
Project Management
Writing
Document Translation
Business Analysis
Database
Management Skills
PPTX
Relationship Management
Database Management System
Business Management
Xinghe Y.
Shenzhen, China
$35/hr
5.0
13 jobs
Hi! I am Xinghe Yuan, a Market Research Analyst with over 6 years of experience.
So far, I have worked for Large Manufacturers (Midea, Changhong, ZGmicro, etc.), State-Owned Real Estate Enterprises (Jinmao, Merchant Shekou), Market Research Firms (Dazhi, QYResearch), Asset Management Companies (Kaipule), Tech Startups (Homemade Kitchen, Cosmic, Cloud Laundry, etc.), Green NGOs (PlaNet-ZERO, etc.), and regional government authorities of China (the Kunming Municipal Housing and Urban Construction Bureau).
Projects I Have Completed Include:
โ Upstream & Downstream Research
โ Logistics & Warehousing Investigation
โ Analyzing Chinese Policymakers' Attitudes Toward Specific Industries
โ Customer Interview & Questionnaire Survey
โ SEO & Keyword Research
โ Sales & Marketing Strategy Analysis
โ Supplier Sourcing
โ Competitive Landscape Research
โ Order and Sales Item Data Analysis
Feel free to send me a message or schedule a call. It helps us know each other better.
Competitive Analysis
Market Research
Market Research Interview
Mystery Shopping
Consumer Profiling
Customer Retention Strategy
Customer Acquisition Strategy
Sales Analytics
Supplier Search
Company Valuation
Keyword Research
Localization
Local SEO
Ahrefs
Microsoft Excel
Gazi Mohammad I.
Zhengzhou, China
$7/hr
5.0
8 jobs
โญ ๐+ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐ซ๐ค๐๐ญ ๐๐๐ฌ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก๐๐ซ
โญ ๐+ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ซ ๐๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ
โญ ๐๐จ๐ฉ ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ ๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐๐๐ซ.
โญ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ง ๐๐+% ๐๐จ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ
โญ More than ๐ญ๐ฑ๐ฌ๐ฌ+ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ worked
Currently i am a Market Researcher at Henan Flourishing Energy Saving Co., Ltd , Zhengzhou,
China.
As a seasoned market researcher 5+ years of experience and 4+ years of experience in the field of Customer Care / Customer Support. For the first two years I worked locally with a number of outsourcing call centers. While working for these call centers, I provided top-notch customer support to inbound and outbound customers.
I specialize in Market Research, Customer support, product Sourcing, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing etc.
What always remains consistent is my approach: listening deeply to you, the client, and understanding your problem that needs solving.
Maybe you have a great product or idea but aren't sure how to bring it to market. Or you're sat on a goldmine of customer data but don't know how to unlock its growth potential. Perhaps you feel that your current branding isn't truly reflecting your vision and speaking to your audience. Or you have marketing ideas but need manpower, processes, or training to implement them.
However big or small the challenge, I love digging into complex problems with clients and creating bespoke, thoughtful solutions that meet their goals.
๐ช Strengths:
Market research, marketing and brand strategy, data analysis, content marketing strategy, pitch and presentation development, writing and editing, process development and implementation, Data Analysis, Data Science, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing. Data Entry, Web Research etc
๐ ๏ธ Software Areas I am excellent in :
โ Survey and Analytics Tools:
Qualtrics,Google Analytics, SEMrush
โ Programming and Analytics :
Python, R, Machine Learning (TensorFlow and PyTorch, Scikit- learn ) , Deep Neural Network, Apache Hadoop, Google BigQuery, Google AutoML, Keras, NumPy, OpenCV ,
โ Digital Marketing :
Yoast SEO,Ahrefs,Hootsuite, Facebook Ads Manage, Yoast SEO, Hootsuite, Facebook Ads Manage, Mailchimp, HubSpot, Instagram, Linkedin, Marketing Cloud
๐ค Why Choose Me?
I firmly believe that one of the most important skills in Customer Service and in any profession is the idea behind respect and treating others the way you would like to be treated. The ability to stay genuine and show clients that they really matter to your business can make a whole world of a difference in their customer experience.
๐ Market Research Expertise: I bring a wealth of experience in market research, helping clients gain valuable insights into their target audience, competitors, and industry trends.
๐ง Email Marketing Maven: Transform your email campaigns with my expertise in creating and implementing effective email marketing strategies. I can help you build and nurture meaningful connections with your audience.
๐ Digital Marketing Pro: Leverage my digital marketing skills to enhance your online presence and drive measurable results. I am well-versed in SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and content strategy, ensuring a comprehensive and effective digital marketing approach.
๐ ๏ธ What I Offer:
โ Customer Support
โ Customer Acquisition
โ Customer Success
โ Email, Phone and Chat Support
โ Providing outstanding service and support to surpass all expectations
โ Order processing, tracking and fulfilment
โ People Management
โ Establishing lasting customer relationships
โ Customer onboarding
โ Executive Support
โ Market research Strategy
โ Comprehensive Market Research
โ Consumer Behavior Analysis
โ Data Analysis and Visualization
โ Email Campaign Strategy
โ Digital Marketing Planning
โ General Web Research | Medical Information/Product Research | Patent Research
โ Document Summarization
โ Web Scraping (using apps | manual)
โ Email list creation Contact details gathering for business
โ Data Input | Database Building | Data Management
โ Virtual Assistant
โ Appointment Setting
โ Shopify (Product entry, Order fulfillment, and maintenance)
โ Supplier coordination
โ Dropshipping
I have several years of experience working with the below customer service tools and CRMS:
๐Zendesk
๐Ringcentral
๐Salesforce
๐Google Apps
๐Helpsout
๐Hubspot
๐Gorgias
๐Jira
๐Olark Chat
๐Talkdesk
๐Ringcentral
๐Zopim
๐Trello
๐Shopify
๐Salesforce
๐Slack
๐ Client Satisfaction Guaranteed:
I am committed to delivering high-quality work that exceeds your expectations. Your success is my priority, and I thrive on challenges that push the boundaries of innovation.
I'm passionate about partnering with businesses to unlock their full potential. Let's collaborate to gain a competitive edge, optimize your marketing efforts, and achieve your growth goals.
Ready to take your projects to the next level? Let's chat!
Company Research
Market Research
Marketing Strategy
Online Market Research
Customer Service
Customer Support
Customer Acquisition Strategy
Product Sourcing
Brand Marketing
Digital Marketing
Lead Generation
B2B Lead Generation
Email Marketing
Virtual Assistance
Social Media Ad Campaign
Christie Y.
Beijing, China
$29/hr
4.9
142 jobs
๐ Education: Double Masterโs in Business โ Politecnico di Milano & ULB
๐ Languages: Mandarin&Cantonese, English, Korean (IELTS 7.5, TOPIK 5)
๐ Iโm a bilingual China market analyst with proven strength in market research, consumer insights, and data-driven strategy across multiple industries.
My work includes:
- Conducting in-depth market research and analysis in China
- Crafting pitch decks, business plans, and high-impact deck presentations for business
- Operating a 10k+ follower social media account, giving me firsthand insight into digital trends
- Sourcing and analyzing data(including fast survey service) to support smart business decisions
I bring advanced skills in Excel, Analytics, and concise business writing to turn raw data into clear, actionable recommendations.
Letโs collaborate to unlock powerful insights and growth in Chinaโs fast-moving market.
Competitive Analysis
Market Research
Business Analysis
Sourcing
Translation
English
Korean
Chinese
Ziyi H.
Kunming, China
$35/hr
5.0
15 jobs
I'm Ziyi Hua, a scholar and practitioner specializing in consumer behavior and marketing research. I hold a Bachelorโs degree from Renmin University of China and completed both my Masterโs and PhD at Yonsei University, South Korea. I am currently a faculty member at a business school in Seoul, where I teach and conduct research in marketing and consumer psychology.
Alongside my academic appointment, I engage in professional freelance work during my available time, focusing on data processing, quantitative analysis, and academic writing guidance. My expertise covers consumer behavior theory, marketing strategy, empirical research design, and advanced data analysis for social science research. I work extensively with survey data, structural equation modeling (SEM), and journal-oriented manuscript development, particularly for SSCI and SCIE submissions.
I maintain an active research profile and scholarly identity. My ORCID ID is 0009-0002-1746-7486, which reflects my ongoing academic contributions and publications.
On Upwork, I have consistently delivered high-quality work with a 100% Job Success Score. I was previously recognized among the top 1% of freelancers on the platform. Due to a recent decision to prioritize my academic responsibilities, my current status is listed as Rising Talent, though my professional standards, reliability, and output quality remain unchanged.
I'm known for accuracy, methodological rigor, and clear communication. I approach every project with a strong sense of responsibility and deliver results on time and in accordance with agreed specifications. I welcome collaborations with clients seeking high-level analytical support, academic writing consultation, or marketing research expertise.
Please feel free to contact me to discuss how I can support your project.
Market Research
SEO Audit
SEO Content
Document Translation
LibreOffice Writer
SEO Writing
Technical Translation
Business Translation
List Building
Data Entry
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