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The place for freelancers and manufacturers to find their next client
Be Discovered
Get in front of our community of brands by offering your services on The Folklore Source, our vetted talent marketplace
Manage Projects
Communicate with brands to outline project scope and manage all key information in one place and track the status of the project
Seamless Payment
Access to exclusive content library featuring business guides, videos, and templates. Invites to members-only webinars and workshops
Be Discovered
Connect with global brands looking for people like you
Manage Projects
Keep track of all project details in one place and manage process
Seamless Payment
Collect payments according to the payment terms that you set
Share your services with brands looking for the support they need to start & grow
Expertise in business strategy, financial planning and operations, from bookkeeping to tax preparation
Services in writing, photography, styling, and visual storytelling by art directors, copywriters, and creative consultants
Expertise in marketing strategy, social media management, brand development, and campaign production to drive growth and visibility
Brining ideas to life through product development services, techpack designing, quality control, and supply chain logistics support
Cutting-edge web design and graphics to create bespoke websites, build intuitive user interfaces, or design stunning visuals
Help bring brands ideas and vision to life with expert manufacturing services
Cut, Make, Trim
Precision cutting, efficient assembly and detailed finishing by skilled professionals
Cutting
Specialists with expertise in manual cutting, laser cutting or intricate fabric layouts for material usage
Fabric Sourcing
High-quality materials, from sustainable textiles to cutting-edge fabrics
Pattern Making
Expert pattern makers to ensure perfect fit from initial sketches to final patterns
Product Development
Product development specialists to help create market-ready designs
Sample Making
Professional sample makers who craft high-quality prototypes with attention to detail
Sewing
Experienced sewing professionals for single prototypes or small-batch production
Tech Pack
Expertly detailed documents with technical specifications, measurements, materials, and instructions
Trimming
From button closures to zippers, find specialists to add finishing touches to your products
Driving Innovation & Growth for Global Brands
1,000+
Brands Supported
$2M+
Transactions Processed
$1,000+
New Connections Made
40+
Countries Supported
All manufacturers and freelancers can apply to join Source as long as they provide services in accordance with our existing service categories.
Freelancers that provide any of the following services: Marketing, Web Media & Design, Business & Finance, Production, Creative Services.
Manufacturers that provide any of the following services: CMT (Cut, Make, Trim), Cutting, Fabric Sourcing, Pattern Making, Product Development, Sample Making, Sewing, Techpack, Trimming
It is free for service providers to join Source. Service providers will be charged a fee of 7.7% + 15¢ for every payment received from a brand through Source.
Source is a talent marketplace where vetted service providers can list services to attract new brand client leads. Service providers can respond to custom quote requests, create and manage projects, receive payment, and communicate with brands. Each Service provider will have their own profile page that showcases their rates, services offered, location, language, skills, and certifications. Based on services offered, their profile will be listed in either our freelancer or manufacturer marketplace for brands to discover. Payment for projects are submitted for all projects through card and digital wallet payment.
In order to join Source, service providers must apply to join the platform using the application form on The Folklore website. All applications will be reviewed by our team and service providers that are accepted will receive an email confirming their acceptance with details on how to create their account.
The service provider application requests information that allows our team to evaluate whether a service provider’s work experience, services, and pricing align with the needs of the brands using the platform to source service providers. Each application also requests a reference from a previous client/employer that the service provider has done business with.
There are two simple steps for service providers to complete registration once approved to join Source:
1. Register username and password: Visit member.thefolklore.com/signup and use the email address submitted on the application for the username and then create a password.
2. Complete onboarding: Once registered, service providers must enter details that will appear on their service provider profile and provide banking details for payments to be sent.
