20 Best Product Researcher
Freelancers
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in 2024
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Mehul Sethia
No-Code Dev, AI Enthusiast, Automations Aficionado
Ranjith K
Designing software that people love to use every day!
Eduardo Moreno
Product Designer | Figma & Framer Expert
Shloka Motta
Fusing your ideas into brand powerhouses!
Samantha Russell, PMP
Expert in telecom project management 📶
Ridwan Adebakin
Shopify eCommerce Specialist |Print on demand & Dropshipping
Awa Ndiaye
Email & web wordsmith
Andrea Juwono
Product, Growth & Writing
Pablo F. Rosero, MSc.
Product. Leader. Mentor.
Mahfoz Ullah
Web developer |Ecommerce & Dropshipping Specialist
Mariana Santos
WordPress Developer & Business Strategist
Pawan Singh
Delivering Value through Targeted Content
Adelina Mihala
Growth Expert: Scaling Acquisition & Engagement for SaaS
Anton Romanenko
Digital Product Strategist: eCommerce, UX & Psychology
Moshood Mutiu
Shopify Developer & SEO Specialist
Hamza Naeem
Product Designer ✦ Web & Mobile Design ✦ UI/UX ✦ Figma
Kiruthika Ramesh
Let's ignite your brand.
Klym Lypovskyi
Boosting Engagement with UX/UI & Product Strategy
Chyntia Devi
UI/UX Designer & No-code Developer 🪄
Dimitar Dimitrov
Product Design & Code/No-Code Developer
Product Researcher related skills for your next project
Common projects for Product Researchers
Market Trends Analysis
Competitive Product Analysis
User Behavior Studies
Product Usability Testing
Product Development Research
Product Launch Research
Tips for working with and hiring Product Researchers
Understand your needs
Before hiring a freelance Product Researcher, have a clear understanding of what your project requires. This could include market trends analysis, competitive analysis, user behavior studies, or product usability testing.
Review their skills and experience
Check the Product Researcher's profile on Contra for their skills and experience. Look out for their familiarity with research methodologies, data analysis tools, and product management software.
Ensure good communication
Ensure that the Product Researcher is responsive and open to discussions. Regular updates on the research findings can help make necessary adjustments in the project at the right time.
Use Contra's tools
Use Contra's tools for communication, file sharing, and payment. This ensures a seamless workflow and helps prevent any misunderstandings.
How to hire Product Researchers
Define your needs
Before starting the hiring process, have a clear understanding of what research you need. This could include market trends analysis, competitive analysis, user behavior studies, or product usability testing.
Post a detailed job
Posting a detailed job on Contra will attract the right freelancers. Include information about your company, the scope of the job, the skills required, and the project timeline.
Review applications
Review the applications you receive and shortlist freelancers based on their skills, experience, and fit for your project. Look at their past projects and reviews on their profile.
Conduct interviews
Conduct interviews with shortlisted freelancers. Ask questions about their experience, approach to product research, and how they handle various aspects of the research process. Also, discuss your project specifics and expectations.
Make an offer
Once you've found the right freelancer, make an offer through Contra. This will include the project details, payment terms, and timeline.
3 questions to ask when interviewing Product Researchers
1. Can you describe a project where your research significantly influenced the product development process?
2. What tools and methodologies do you use for product research?
3. How do you handle changes in the project requirements during the research process?
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Frequently asked
questions
A Product Researcher is a professional who conducts research to understand the market trends, competitor products, and user behavior. The insights gained from this research are used to guide product development, improve product usability, and strategize product launches.
A Product Researcher is a professional who conducts research to understand the market trends, competitor products, and user behavior. The insights gained from this research are used to guide product development, improve product usability, and strategize product launches.
Hiring a Product Researcher on Contra gives you access to high-quality freelance talent without any commissions. You can review their skills, communicate effectively, and handle contracts and payments all in one platform.
A freelance Product Researcher conducts market and user research to provide insights for product development. They identify market trends, analyze competitor products, study user behavior, and test product usability.
Post your project requirements on Contra. Product Researchers who match your needs can then apply. You can also browse profiles of Product Researchers and invite those you find suitable.
Product Researchers use a variety of tools like data analysis software (e.g., Excel, SPSS), user research platforms (e.g., Usertesting.com), and product management software (e.g., Jira, Trello).
The cost of hiring a Product Researcher on Contra can vary based on the complexity of the research, the researcher's experience and skills, and the project duration. However, the range is generally around $35-$50 per hour.
Freelance Product Researchers are paid commission-free on Contra. They may charge per project, per hour, or per milestone. Contra holds the funds for each milestone in escrow and releases it after the client approves the deliverables for that milestone, or automatically within three days.
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