English Profi is specifically designed for English language professionals and the employers who seek their services. Language services are unlike other freelancing services. That’s why every aspect of the English Profi experience is tailored to the unique needs of our members. We put a great deal of time and effort into marketing and research in order to bring the best English professionals and the top employers together as we work toward our goal of becoming the No. 1 brand for premium English language services.

Profi means professional in German and in Hungarian (English Profi is headquartered in Southwest Germany). English Profi is the brand for premium English language services for private and business customers.

English Profi is free for employers, and English professionals receive a free three-month trial membership.

English Profi brings quality service providers and top employers together to meet and exchange business. Most established businesses have existing methods of communication that they work with on a regular basis: e-mail, Skype, phone, chat, etc. We don’t wish to impede on your existing communication solutions.

You get to determine the best form of communication for your projects, including initial contact. Employers can easily initiate contact with a candidate by selecting a form of communication listed on the candidate’s profile:

• Skype
• MSN
• Yahoo!
• AOL and
• Gtalk.

Premium members may choose to reveal their screen name in order to instantly communicate with potential clients. This increases their opportunities to connect with employers, especially when employers have an immediate need. (To gain access to Premium membership options, go to your dashboard membership tab and upgrade.)

Just register here (registration is free). Once registered, log in to your account to:

• Create your profile,
• Contact job posters and
• Connect with other English service providers.

For the full English Profi experience, you may upgrade to Premium membership at any time on your dashboard membership tab

Once you log in you are taken directly to your profile dashboard. From there English Profi walks you through a series of questions designed to promote your strengths and distinguish your services. Some questions include:

• What is your mission statement?
• What makes you the best person for your job?
• What do your students/customers say about you?

Your English Profi profile plays up your skills with rich content formed from in-depth, well-rounded questions. Many of the profile building questions are optional but are designed to establish your credentials as an English language professional.

You can preview your profile throughout the building process so it’s easy to make modifications that best showcase your freelance business. Profiles may be edited at any time. If you don’t complete the process all at once, English Profi saves your content, making it easy to pick up where you left off.

English Profi does not post empty profiles. Our site is meant for professionals who take their freelance business seriously – that means devoting effort to your profile.

Once your profile is complete, you select a membership plan and your profile is posted immediately.

*English Profi reserves the right to remove a member’s profile and revoke membership if the member conducts business in an unethical or unfair manner.

Targeted groups and individuals who actively seek your paid English language services view your profile. English Profi employers include:

• Companies
• Small businesses
• Students
• Individuals
• Agencies

Employers have easy access to English Profi member profiles, and the English Profi search options ensure that your profile is indexed when you are a match to employers’ criteria.

English Profi works to increase your exposure through constant search engine optimization (SEO) efforts. We are listed on all major search engines so your profile is cataloged and found. Through search engine tactics, advertisements, word-of-mouth and networking, English Profi continually attracts quality employers to encourage a steady flow of new traffic to your profile.

There are three ways to secure work using English Profi:

1. Employers search for your specific skills and contact you based on your profile
2. The English Profi job board where employers post job openings
3. Collaboration of English Profi professionals who want to work together

The English Profi Job Board is easily accessible from the home page.

Once you’re there, simply select one of the professions from the drop box (Teacher, Translator, Interpreter, Localization, Copywriter, Voiceover, Editor). Click the “GO” button and instantly view all the job postings for your selected profession. You can either look through all the postings, or narrow your results with the search box at the top of the screen. To narrow the job postings, you may specify:

• Country
• Location
• Keywords
• Job Type (Contract jobs or Permanent jobs)

Using the Job Board is simple and rewarding. You can find concrete opportunities from ready-to-hire employers using our search options.

Yes. If you are searching for full-time work, a profile on English Profi can help you achieve your career goals. There are three ways your English Profi profile can help you secure a full-time job:

1. Employers find candidates on English Profi
2. The English Profi Job Board includes full-time opportunities
3. Your profile is discovered by employers on search engines

When employers are looking for quality English language specialists to fill full-time positions, English Profi supplies a databank of candidates. Simply by having an English Profi profile, you are exposing your skills to employers who are actively hiring. You can also take a proactive approach in your job hunt by watching the English Profi Job Board for new employment opportunities, including full-time jobs.

Even if you are submitting job applications outside of the English Profi network, your English Profi profile can give you an edge while employers are narrowing the candidates. Almost half of all employers search potential hires on the Internet, according to a U.S. survey conducted by CareerBuilder.com. Rosemary Haefner, vice president of human resources at CareerBuilder.com, said in a statement:

"Hiring managers are using the Internet to get a more well-rounded view of job candidates in terms of their skills, accomplishments and overall fit within the company."

When your English Profi profile pops up in a Google search, it acts as an online resume that showcases your skills. All the information you want employers to see is laid out on one professional online profile. English Profi works to help you attain work, every minute of every day.

English Profi employers range in size and project types. From the individual student looking for a one-on-one English tutor, to large companies seeking the work of a team of English language experts, all those in need of your skills can be found on English Profi. This includes:

• Companies
• Small businesses
• Students
• Individuals
• Agencies
• Fellow freelancers

To see who the active English Profi employers are, check out the Job Board. Employers regularly post projects, giving you an idea of the type of business being conducted through English Profi.

Paying English Profi members (Premium Members) have the ability to adjust their personal Web site to promote their services in the way that they want. As a Premium Member, English Profi gives you custom options to enhance your profile and advertise your services.((To upgrade your account to Premium status, go to your dashboard membership tab)

English Profi also actively works to promote your services through search engine optimization (SEO) efforts. We continue to seek new platforms to post our services, and are listed on all the major search engines. Your profile is indexed and found on search engines, increasing your online visibility. English Profi also uses social media tools and networking sites to attract attention and traffic to English Profi. We work hard to boost your online presence and share your services with online employers.

Yes. English language agencies, schools and companies are welcome to create a Premium profile to showcase their services. For additional ways to advertise on English Profi, please Contact us for more information. We have options that can fit your needs.

Premium members enjoy the full features English Profi has to offer. As a Premium member, you get more options to advertise your services and customize your profile.

To Upgrade:

1. Create your free trial account
2. Go to your dashboard membership tab

The table on this page outlines the membership options so you can choose the plan that’s right for you.

The method of payment you choose to accept is up to you. Common methods of payment include PayPal, account transfer, credit card or check.

* English Profi does not negotiate, set prices or collect fees for services done between our members.

English Profi accepts PayPal for easy online payment. PayPal accounts are free to open and money may be quickly and safely transferred from existing bank accounts. Click here to sign up for a PayPal account and start making secure online payments.

Because English Profi can attract clients to your profile. Good advertising that attracts quality clients is expensive and difficult in the English language industry. By advertising on English Profi, you are gaining targeted exposure to active employers who seek your quality English services.

Our goal is to help you be discovered by employers and customers on a daily basis. English Profi is not a static site, and we continue to find new ways to put your advertising dollars to work. Unlike other sites, we go beyond simply listing your profile among the masses. We are constantly developing new products and code to attract more visitors to our site. We do not want to clutter your profile with flashy and distracting banner ads. Your English Profi profile is clean, professional and results-oriented. We advertise to bring clients to you, and your membership fee is leveraged to attract targeted traffic to your profile. The targeted exposure you gain from advertising with English Profi makes it a valuable investment for your business.

Try our FREE three-month trial to see how English Profi can accelerate your freelance business. You can upgrade to a Basic or Premium membership at any time to increase the leverage of your advertising.

One of the benefits of being a freelancer is the control you have over your rates. Pay rates may vary based on the project, your skill level, credentials and reputation. If you aren’t sure what the going rate is for your industry, you can take a look at other member profiles to see what similar professionals are charging.

Your English Profi profile includes a pay schedule so your clients know upfront what they expect to be charged for your expertise. You determine your minimum and maximum charges for certain types of projects. The range gives you some flexibility if you choose to charge on a per-project basis while giving employers an idea of your fees. It’s better for you and your clients, eliminating surprises or conflicts regarding payment.

No. You keep 100 percent of your earnings. English Profi charges one low membership fee – that’s it. We do not keep a percentage of your earnings as commission like other sites. You earn your wages, we just help you secure jobs.

Quality! You can select from English Profi’s elite community of trainers, translators, copywriters, voiceovers and interpreters to find one that’s the best match for you. Each member’s credentials and experience are laid out so you can be confident in your choice.

The teaching professionals on English Profi specialize in teaching English. Many language schools have native speakers, but they are inexperienced or not even trained specifically in teaching English as a second language (ESL). English language schools hide this lack of teaching experience in order to secure your enrollment. Read the impressive profiles of English Profi English trainers and coaches and even arrange an interview to see for yourself the difference in quality. English Profi provides quality and transparency: value that language schools lack.

The English trainers, English teachers and English tutors found on English Profi are all freelancers. They set their own prices based on their experience and the local market. We encourage our English language specialists to charge fees similar to what is offered by the language schools in their area. Trainers with special knowledge and or experience will often earn higher than average fees. Read the profiles to find out what lessons cost. The general rule is that you get what you pay for. It is usually better to invest in a more experienced instructor whom can give you specialized training but they will generally charge more.

Private people and businesses looking for English teachers in their area can post advertisements on our job board free of charge. Some freelancers are willing to commute or may see your job and know someone in the area they can refer to you. The job board is a great resource to help you find quality English professionals.

One of the benefits of a personal English trainer is convenience. English Profi encourages our English trainers to travel to your office to give you on-site training. However, you and your English trainer can determine the location that works best for you. Conversational English can often be taught in a quiet public location such as a café or restaurant.

For most services payment is made directly to the English professional. English Profi offers some services to our members which require payment to the Web site, but that is clearly stated when you sign up for that service.

Registration is simple and FREE. Simply register here, log in to your account and gain access to the full benefits English Profi and its elite network of English professionals have to offer! You can immediately begin to create your profile or contact a job poster once you have registered.

Do you have a need for English language services? Posting your job on the English Profi Job Board instantly exposes your project to the qualified professionals on English Profi’s premium network of service providers. Posting a project is a simple, four-step process:

1. Log in to your free English Profi account
2. Click on the “Additional Links” tab
3. Click the “Post New Job” button
4. Fill out the online form and submit!

The Job Board form allows you to specify the nature of the work, information regarding your company, who the job is available for (contractual/permanent, freelancer/agency) and more. You can even upload an image of your company logo to promote your brand.

Once you complete your form and you receive approval from English Profi, your listing is added to the Job Board. You can easily view, edit or cancel jobs at any time.

The Job Board form gives you control over the details of your job. You can post both permanent jobs and contractual projects. Your jobs can be made available to the types of English language professionals you select, including:

• Teacher / Trainer
• Translator
• Interpreter
• Localization
• Copywriter
• Voiceover
• Editor

You may also request replies from freelancers, agencies or both. Not only does posting a job on English Profi’s Job Board give you targeted responses, but you can easily pre-screen candidates by detailing your job requirements.

No. The Job Board is there for your benefit, you do not have to use the Job Board to enjoy the benefits of English Profi.

English Profi gives you both Basic and Advanced search options to help you find a freelancer who best meets your qualifications. Start with a basic location and service search. If you need a more specialized service you can use the Advanced search which allows you to specify criteria including the contractor’s location, exact services and specific specialties.

English Profi does not post incomplete profiles and aims to serve only top-notch professionals. Our members also pay to advertise their services on English Profi which provides additional assurance that our members are serious about their services. However, English Profi does not verify the content of our members’ profiles. It is up to the interested parties to conduct their own due diligence, interview each other and check references.

No. English Profi does not mediate conflicts that may arise among employers and service providers. However, if there is a dispute between our members, we reserve the right to revoke membership of any member who does not conduct business in an ethical and fair manner. If you are having a conflict and would like to report an incidence of misconduct, please Contact us immediately so we can take the appropriate action.

Payment to contractors or freelancers is made according to the terms you arrange prior to beginning work. English Profi does not negotiate, set prices or collect fees for services done between our members.

Popular payment methods include PayPal, account transfers, credit card and check. However, you determine the payment option that works best for you.

No. English Profi is committed to bringing quality employers and top English language service providers together. We do not charge an employer fee or take a percentage out of your payment for services.