Scale Model Making Projects

Make a (production/demo) level install of a DGX Spark cluster

Hi, I'm looking for an experienced AI infrastructure specialist — or a passionate enthusiast with solid hands-on experience — to build a robust, flexible, and high-performance backend foundation for OpenClaw (an open-source autonomous AI agent) on two NVIDIA DGX Spark systems connected via 200 GbE (ConnectX-7). The goal is a stable, demo-ready environment that showcases the power of open-source models. OpenClaw will run on a separate system and connect easily via OpenAI-compatible APIs (or equivalent best-practice interfaces). Everything should prioritize: Easy remote access and external connectivity (via Tailscale/ZeroTier). Fast performance within the hardware's unified memory constraints. Simple model switching/adding later (hot-swappable where possible). Persistent services with web UIs for live demos. On-demand tools that can spin up/down cleanly. Hardware & Current State 2× NVIDIA DGX Spark (Grace Blackwell, 128 GB unified LPDDR5x memory each, ARM64). 200 GbE interconnect + 1 GbE internet links. I have a basic cluster setup, timeshift snapshots, ZeroTier, and Tailscale already running. You're welcome to rebuild from scratch if that's cleaner and faster. Core Requirements (Persistent Where Possible) vLLM as primary inference engine with a large-context main model (e.g., Nemotron 120B or equivalent). Must support easy switching to newer models. Whisper (or best-practice alternative like faster-whisper) – ready for OpenClaw API integration. Piper TTS – ready for OpenClaw API/text-to-voice integration. All persistent services should run with clean web UIs for demo purposes. On-Demand Tools (Configured for Easy External/Tailscale Access + Web UIs) Ollama + web UI (for specific or scheduled models). OCR model + workflow (let's discuss the best option—e.g., EasyOCR/PaddleOCR—and data saving/integration with other tools). Image generation (primary for OpenClaw use) with multiple models available. LoRA training tools for image generation. RAG / vector DB (choose the best integration with OpenClaw and other tools—e.g., Qdrant, Chroma, or Milvus). Multi-agent capable dev tools / environment. Central Portal & Usability A single web-based portal (e.g., OpenWebUI or equivalent) for central access to all tools, easy model switching, admin controls, and live demos. Nice-to-Have / Optional Enhancements (quote separately if interested) Full 2-node clustering with tensor parallelism (e.g., using the open vLLM-DGX-Spark repo or Ray/NCCL). Docker Compose / lightweight Kubernetes orchestration for easy updates and portability. Monitoring dashboard (Prometheus + Grafana). NVIDIA NIM microservices for optimized inference. Any other best-practice tools you recommend for integration, speed, or flexibility. Your Profile You're deeply familiar with these tools (or eager to dive in as an enthusiast), NVIDIA DGX systems (especially Spark/Grace Blackwell), multi-node inference (vLLM, tensor/pipeline parallelism), Docker/containerization, and API integrations. You understand VRAM/unified-memory optimization and can make everything work together smoothly. Bonus if you have experience with OpenClaw, OpenWebUI, RAG pipelines, or agent frameworks. Proper English communication (written and spoken) is a must for smooth collaboration. Timeline & Expectations We have a tight deadline — I need a stable, running environment live as soon as possible. You're completely free to experiment, test, and play around with different configurations during setup, but the priority is delivering a functional, demo-ready system quickly. Speed matters, while still maintaining quality and stability. Compensation Competitive hourly rate (fully flexible and based on your region, experience, and the exact scope) or a fixed-price project bid if preferred. I'm completely open to discussion—propose whatever rate works best for you and your location. This project serves as a test case for potential further collaboration and ongoing work if it goes well. If you're the right fit, there will be plenty of exciting follow-up opportunities. Work Style & Availability This is remote work. I am completely flexible on working hours and not EU-bound. As long as you're excellent at what you do, I'm happy to work with talent from anywhere in the world (including low-income countries—great people deliver great results everywhere). If this sounds like a good fit, reply with: Your relevant experience (especially with DGX Spark, vLLM multi-node, or similar stacks — enthusiasts with strong practical knowledge are very welcome). Rough timeline and cost estimate (with your proposed rate). Any questions or suggested improvements. Looking forward to building something powerful together!

AI Automation & Ecommerce Integration Engineer

I'm looking to form a long term relationship with an AI developer. I have been specialising in performance marketing for the last 20 years. I have relationships with 100's of direct clients and other agencies, who I am starting to upsell AI solutions to. Attached is an example of a build I'm currently talking to an ecommerce client about. I'm looking for a developer with previous experience of integrating AI powered conversational agents with Shopify and workflow automation to work on this project and others moving forward. Medium term goal is to standardise/productise this type of build to reduce dev time on future projects and enable scaling. **AI Automation Engineer – eCommerce & Integrations**

UI/UX Designer for Ongoing Desktop App Product Design

We are looking for a talented UI/UX Designer to join our team and help refine and enhance the user interface of a desktop application used by remote teams. If you have experience working on desktop apps, simplifying complex workflows, and making data-heavy screens more intuitive, we want to hear from you! What You’ll Do: Redesign and improve UI flows for desktop application interfaces. Simplify complex data presentation and interactions. Create clear, understandable interface states (loading, error, empty states). Work within an existing product structure to improve usability and design consistency. What We’re Looking For: Strong experience in UI/UX design for desktop apps. Ability to design complex user flows and simplify heavy, data-driven screens. Experience creating clean, intuitive designs that prioritize usability. Clear communication and feedback skills. This is an ongoing project with potential for long-term collaboration, starting with an initial paid task. If you're ready to start soon, please share your portfolio and highlight relevant work!

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Shopify Web Designer / Developer Needed (UI/UX + Features)

We want to make clear our budget is not up for negotiation at this time. Our Project consist of taking current template and building a new one modified or a new updated theme. Current setup is outline here. We use Flxpoint which has been mapped correctly. 98% of all the data is taken care of already. All data point for the descriptions and mapping are controlled from Flxpoint. - The part that must be done here is all that information needs to lay out in a expert organize design for each product page and all others styles. Focus of the project is the building, structuring and design of the site whatever else required. Scope of Work 1. UI/UX Design & Frontend Development Architect and implement a high-performance, conversion-optimized user experience Design scalable navigation and taxonomy for: 30,000–65,000 products 150,000+ images and product assets Develop or heavily customize a Shopify theme with: Mobile-first, responsive design Optimized product discovery (search, filters, categories) Clean, modern UI aligned with adult retail standards Ensure accessibility, usability, and intuitive customer flows 2. Backend Architecture & Data Integration Integrate with an existing data warehouse (pre-mapped product data) Implement real-time or near real-time data syncing for: Product feeds Inventory updates (drop-shipping model) Pricing and availability Ensure robust data mapping and normalization between source feeds and Shopify 3. App & API Integrations Configure and integrate third-party systems including: Payment gateways Inventory and order management systems Google services (Analytics, Tag Manager, Shopping feeds) AI assistant / automation tools Develop custom middleware or private apps where required 4. Performance Optimization Optimize for: Page speed (Core Web Vitals) High-volume image delivery (CDN, lazy loading, compression) Efficient Liquid rendering and API calls Streamline checkout experience to maximize conversion rates Implement advanced caching and performance strategies 5. Project Management & Delivery Provide structured project governance: Defined milestones and timelines Regular stakeholder communication Agile or sprint-based delivery model Conduct: QA testing (functional, regression, performance) UAT support prior to launch 6. Maintenance & Ongoing Support Post-launch support including: Debugging and issue resolution Feature enhancements Platform updates and optimization Required Team Composition We will only engage with teams or agencies capable of covering all functional areas: Shopify Developer(s) Expertise in Liquid, custom theme development, and backend logic UI/UX Designer Proven experience designing high-SKU e-commerce experiences Project Manager Responsible for delivery, communication, and scope management Technical Requirements Shopify / Shopify Plus experience (strongly preferred) Proficiency in: Shopify Liquid HTML5 / CSS3 JavaScript (React, jQuery or similar frameworks) API integrations Git/version control Experience handling: Large-scale product catalogs High-volume image optimization Drop-shipping workflows Vendor Qualification Criteria We are not evaluating based on public URLs alone. All applicants must provide: Verifiable, real project evidence, including: Code samples (where permissible) Architecture breakdowns Before/after performance metrics Detailed case studies of past builds Demonstrated experience delivering complex, high-scale e-commerce platforms Key Success Factors Scalable architecture capable of handling large datasets Clean, intuitive UX that drives conversion Reliable integration with live product feeds Strong communication and structured execution Ability to deliver a production-ready platform end-to-end

Loft Insulation Leads Required in West Midlands :

I need a steady, cost-effective flow of qualified residential leads for loft insulation projects across the West Midlands. Online advertising is the route I want to pursue, and I’m open to whichever platform—Google Ads, Facebook Ads or Instagram Ads—will deliver the best return. Here’s what success looks like for me: • Verified West Midlands homeowners actively seeking loft-insulation quotes • Full contact details supplied in real time (name, phone, postcode, email) • A transparent ad strategy so I can see where and how the leads were generated • Consistent weekly volume with scope to scale once quality is proven If you already run campaigns that hit these marks, or can build them quickly, let’s discuss numbers and a long-term partnership. Regards Jatin

Part-time editor for a depth-first YouTube channel

I’m looking for an editor who can do more than cut footage. This channel is intellectually dense and idea-driven. The job is to help shape meaning, pacing, clarity, and retention. I care about judgment, compression, and editorial instinct as much as software skill. You may be a strong fit if you: edit in Premiere and are comfortable with subtitles, zooms, callouts, screen inserts, and light motion graphics know how to tighten a long conversation or idea-heavy piece into something compelling care about hooks, cold opens, pacing, structure, and visual rhythm are curious about AI, systems, entrepreneurship, personal operating models, or serious knowledge content want real portfolio-building work To apply, send: 2 to 3 samples you edited yourself one sample that best shows pacing or explanatory editing a short note on why this channel/context interests you your rate

WEB SITE MAINTENANCE

IMMEDIATE NEED...LONG TERM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE/REPORTS TO OWNER. INSIDE HEALTH BRANDS, CURRENT (LOCATION SHOPIFY) HAS 32 SKUs IN FIVE HEALTH/WELLNESS CATEGORIES. THE WEB SITE PRIOR TO SHOPIFY MAKING MULTIPLE OPERATIONAL CHANGES, HAS PROMPTED INSIDE TO ADJUST IT'S DIVERSE CONSUMER BASED PRESENTATION ACCORDINGLY. ALONG WITH THIS IMMEDIATE NEED IS A LONG TERM MAINTENANCE FEATURE. INSIDE WILL NEED TO ADJUST CONSUMER PRESENTATION TO ACCOMODATE SHOPIFY's NEW"RULES OF THE ROAD." TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU NEED TO HAVE A FOUR OR FIVE RATING COMBINED WITH LONG TERM EXPERIENCE., SPEAK ENGLISH, BE LOCATED IN WESTERN EUROPE. THANK YOU. JAY S. OWNER USA

Social Media Manager

Seeking an experienced Social Media Manager with a strong editorial sensibility aligned with high-fashion and luxury branding. This role is responsible for developing and executing sophisticated content strategies, curating visually compelling assets, and managing Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook with a consistent, elevated brand voice. The ideal candidate demonstrates proven expertise in audience growth, engagement optimization, trend-aware curation, and performance analytics. This role requires both creative direction and data-driven decision-making to strengthen brand positioning, expand reach, and drive meaningful engagement across all platforms.

Animated & Photo "Welcome to Our Home" Video

We seek a skilled video creator to produce a 2–3 minute hybrid animated/photo “Welcome to Our Home” social-story video for young people with severe learning disabilities. Using supplied high-quality photographs of bedrooms, lounge, garden and kitchen, overlay friendly animated characters and simple motion graphics to guide a reassuring tour. Introduce the staff as “helping adults,” depict everyday activities (parks, cooking, play) and illustrate emotional cues and complaint-making calmly and clearly. The tone should be warm, accessible and anxiety-reducing; deliver a polished MP4 suitable for sharing with families and residents.

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Music led AI proposition (MVP - next stage)

Hi All, see below what we are looking for: We've developed an AI-powered platform built to help businesses craft compelling pitches and proposals. Currently at MVP stage and using the Claude AI API, the product has proven its core concept and is ready to scale. We’re looking for an experienced consultant developer to take it from MVP to a robust, secure, multi-tenant product that is ready for commercial growth. The Role This is a freelance/contract engagement, fully remote. You’ll work closely with the founder to define the roadmap, make key technical decisions, and deliver a more polished, secure, and scalable version of the product. The right person will be comfortable working across the full stack and will have a genuine interest in AI-powered products. Scope of Work 1. Build Out the Product Proposition • Evolve the MVP into a fuller product experience — improved UX, additional features, and a clearer user journey. • Identify and close gaps between the current MVP and a market-ready product. • Work collaboratively to define and prioritise the feature roadmap. 2. Multi-Tenant Authentication & Secure Login • Design and implement a secure, scalable multi-tenant login architecture so that separate companies can access the platform with fully isolated accounts. • Implement role-based access control (RBAC) where appropriate. • Evaluate and integrate a suitable auth provider (e.g. Auth0, Clerk, Supabase Auth, or similar). 3. Security Enhancement • Audit the current codebase and infrastructure for security vulnerabilities. • Implement security best practices: input validation, rate limiting, secrets management, and secure API handling. • Ensure GDPR compliance for UK/EU users — data handling, storage, and deletion policies. • Set up appropriate logging and monitoring for security events. 4. Improve AI Matching & Recommendations • Review and refine the existing Claude-powered matching logic. • Improve the quality, relevance, and consistency of AI-generated outputs. • Explore additional prompt strategies, context management, and retrieval approaches (e.g. RAG) to strengthen results. 5. Optimise the Claude API Configuration • Audit and refine the existing Claude API set-up: model selection, system prompts, token usage, and response handling. • Implement cost controls and ensure API usage is efficient and well-monitored. • Stay current with Anthropic’s best practices and model updates. 6. Scalability & Infrastructure • Assess the current infrastructure and recommend improvements to support growth. • Ensure the system can handle multiple concurrent users and company accounts without degradation. • Implement database optimisations and appropriate caching where needed. 7. Testing, Documentation & Handover • Establish a testing strategy (unit, integration, and end-to-end tests) to ensure code quality as the product scales. • Document the architecture, API, and key decisions so future developers can contribute effectively. • Provide a clean handover with clear notes on any ongoing work or future recommendations. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience taking products from MVP to production-ready, at pace. • Strong full-stack development skills — comfortable across front-end, back-end, and infrastructure. • Solid understanding of authentication systems and multi-tenant architectures. • Experience with LLM APIs — ideally Claude/Anthropic, or similar (OpenAI, Gemini). • Security-conscious mindset with practical knowledge of common vulnerabilities and mitigations. • Familiarity with GDPR and data privacy requirements in the UK/EU context. • Strong communicator — able to translate technical decisions into plain language for a non-technical founder. • Fluent in written and spoken English — clear communication is essential as you’ll be working closely with the founder throughout. • Self-directed, reliable, and comfortable working asynchronously. • Experience with prompt engineering and LLM optimisation. • Background in B2B SaaS products. • Knowledge of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) or vector database approaches. • Familiarity with analytics and observability tooling. A few notes: 1. If you can't communicate in English please don't apply as i will need to speak to you to grow this 2. Must have experience in developing or creating Ai websites (i will be asking for this) 3. Make sure your application is relevant to what the above is asking, if it isn't then it will auto-rejected. Thanks

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UI/UX Designer (Desktop App / Product UI / Ongoing Work)

Hi, We’re looking for a UI/UX Designer to help improve and evolve an existing desktop application used by remote teams. The work is focused on real product tasks — improving usability, refining interface states, and making complex workflows easier to understand. Typical tasks include: • improving existing UI flows and layouts • designing clear interface states (loading, errors, empty states) • simplifying complex interactions and data-heavy screens • working with an existing product structure, not starting from scratch We’re looking for someone who: • understands information hierarchy and UX logic • has experience with desktop apps or complex interfaces • can explain their design decisions clearly What to expect: • you’ll start with a small paid task • clear communication and structured feedback • ongoing work if things align To apply: Please share your portfolio and briefly describe how you approach complex UI or product design problems.

AI / Machine Learning Engineer (LLM & Applied AI) – Remote (EU)

Responsibilities AI / Machine Learning Build and deploy AI-powered applications using existing Large Language Models (LLMs). Design systems that ingest data, extract structured insights, and generate accurate outputs. Develop RAG pipelines, chunking strategies, and LLM orchestration workflows. Build tools for model training, evaluation, inference serving, monitoring, and alerting. Experiment with modern ML frameworks and open-source AI tools. Software Engineering Develop scalable microservices that integrate AI models with production systems. Build APIs and backend services to process and manage AI-generated data. Work with modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Go, or Rust. Data Engineering Design pipelines to extract, transform, and load data from multiple sources. Clean, normalize, and validate datasets for model usage. Optimize data pipelines for reliability and performance. Database & Infrastructure Design database schemas and optimize queries. Manage performance and scalability of data storage systems. Ensure AI infrastructure is production-ready and scalable. Collaboration Work closely with product managers, engineers, and subject matter experts. Communicate technical challenges and solutions clearly. Help define best practices for AI system architecture and development. Requirements Based in the European Union 8+ years of software engineering experience Strong experience with Python or JavaScript Hands-on experience with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar) AI / LLM Experience Experience building RAG systems Knowledge of chunking strategies for LLM optimization Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, or similar orchestration tools Familiarity with AI monitoring, observability, and evaluation frameworks Experience building agent-based workflows or AI automation Engineering Experience Experience building microservices and scalable systems Strong knowledge of data pipelines and ETL processes Experience designing and optimizing databases and data models Additional Skills Strong understanding of ML concepts and NLP techniques Ability to work with ambiguous problems and rapidly evolving AI tools Experience with modern software development practices (Git, testing, CI/CD, code reviews) Engagement Details Location: Remote (EU-based freelancers only) Contract: Freelance Availability: Part-time or Full-time Duration: Long-term collaboration possible Nice to Have Experience building AI agents or multi-agent workflows Experience with evaluation frameworks for LLMs Experience deploying AI infrastructure in production environments

AI / Machine Learning Engineer (LLM & Applied AI) – Remote (EU)

Responsibilities AI / Machine Learning Build and deploy AI-powered applications using existing Large Language Models (LLMs). Design systems that ingest data, extract structured insights, and generate accurate outputs. Develop RAG pipelines, chunking strategies, and LLM orchestration workflows. Build tools for model training, evaluation, inference serving, monitoring, and alerting. Experiment with modern ML frameworks and open-source AI tools. Software Engineering Develop scalable microservices that integrate AI models with production systems. Build APIs and backend services to process and manage AI-generated data. Work with modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Go, or Rust. Data Engineering Design pipelines to extract, transform, and load data from multiple sources. Clean, normalize, and validate datasets for model usage. Optimize data pipelines for reliability and performance. Database & Infrastructure Design database schemas and optimize queries. Manage performance and scalability of data storage systems. Ensure AI infrastructure is production-ready and scalable. Collaboration Work closely with product managers, engineers, and subject matter experts. Communicate technical challenges and solutions clearly. Help define best practices for AI system architecture and development. Requirements Based in the European Union 8+ years of software engineering experience Strong experience with Python or JavaScript Hands-on experience with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar) AI / LLM Experience Experience building RAG systems Knowledge of chunking strategies for LLM optimization Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, or similar orchestration tools Familiarity with AI monitoring, observability, and evaluation frameworks Experience building agent-based workflows or AI automation Engineering Experience Experience building microservices and scalable systems Strong knowledge of data pipelines and ETL processes Experience designing and optimizing databases and data models Additional Skills Strong understanding of ML concepts and NLP techniques Ability to work with ambiguous problems and rapidly evolving AI tools Experience with modern software development practices (Git, testing, CI/CD, code reviews) Engagement Details Location: Remote (EU-based freelancers only) Contract: Freelance Availability: Part-time or Full-time Duration: Long-term collaboration possible Nice to Have Experience building AI agents or multi-agent workflows Experience with evaluation frameworks for LLMs Experience deploying AI infrastructure in production environments

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APA 7 Nursing Personal Statement / Graduate Admissions

I am looking for a qualified writer with experience in nursing education, graduate nursing applications, or academic writing to help me develop a professional admissions essay/personal statement. The essay should address the following: Explain how my professional nursing experience has prepared me for this degree and future nursing role Outline my long-term career goals, including my desired patient population and/or practice setting Demonstrate understanding of the role and scope of practice for the nursing profession I am pursuing Connect my background, work experience, and goals to the program and profession Use the essay to explain any weaknesses, such as GPA concerns or limited direct experience, while showing why I am still prepared and a strong candidate Include support from relevant professional sources such as the AACN Essentials and the APRN Consensus Model, where appropriate Requirements: Maximum 3 pages Written in a professional academic tone Formatted in APA 7th edition Strong grammar, organization, and flow Must be original and tailored to my background Experience with nursing school application essays preferred

Facebook / Meta Ads - Implementation + Execution for D2C brand

* PLEASE DO NOT REPLY WITH AI GENERATED REPLIES - YOU WILL BE DELETED AND YOU ARE WASTING YOUR TIME. I have some ads running now for a D2C brand, but not sure if they are set up correctly or working. I am looking to work with someone who can guide me through the set up and implementation, have a look at what I have done so far and tell me where I can improve with the aim of clearly making more sales. I have a brand that has potential, but just Meta is so badly made it's hard to make the most of it. We can screen share with ANYDESK or ZOOM and you can guide me through the backend of Meta. Would rather work with native English speakers and those within the UK only please. Looking to build a good working connection so could be ongoing work.

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Custom website.

SmarTECH-PRODUCTS Ltd is a tech start up which is pre-revenue, incorporated in Jan of this year. The products that I have developed are smart physical security products that are designed to recover lost or stollen assets in as little as a few minutes and with a recovery rate of up to 99% depending on the application. The target market will be insurance companies/brokers. distributors/retailers and B2C. The B2C page will be there as a ecommerce store and will only be able to access that page. The insurance companies and brokers will have a page only accessed by them and the same to the distributors/retails. Where both of these pages will be a landing page for information on the products, how they work and how they will benefits their business model along with a contact form. Each page will seem to be a standalone page with no access to any of the other pages.

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Nominee Director for UK Ltd Company

Seeking a UK-based Nominee Director for a UK Ltd company to satisfy Companies House requirements. The role is strictly ceremonial for compliance; no operational duties, management, or decision-making involved. Applicants must be UK residents and able to provide proof of identity to complete the Nominee Directorship. Budget is limited, so reasonable, competitive quotes are preferred. Preference will be given to reliable, discreet professionals with prior nominee experience.

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Booking App

We seek an experienced mobile development team to complete a booking app from an existing raw model. Responsibilities include verifying and displaying hotel and room amenities accurately, integrating and securing required API credentials, producing installable Android (.apk) and iOS app packages, managing app store registrations under our company name, and delivering a fully functional, tested mobile application. Clear documentation, post-launch support, and adherence to platform guidelines are required. Details to be discussed in a meeting.

AI Engineer

I need an experienced AI Engineer to help me with managing and maintenance on my new AI image generation platform. The development work is completed. However, I need someone who is experienced with prompt engineering and AI image generation models. Will be looking to hire this individual on an as needed long-term basis, and can discuss future rates for long term maintenance of the app. I need immediate support, someone who is reliable, knowledgable, and has the bandwidth to prioritize this project.

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Outbound AI TeleMarketer Required

I have wanted an outbound AI Marketer for the last few months. We have had a couple of different developers working on it but in the end, they didn't have the skillset to finish the job. We have a Twillio account and 11Labs. Attached is the voice script. As you will hear, there is no interaction. The data is supplied. The AI will either have a name or ask for the owner. The outcome of the call and the information taken, needs to be saved. This will need to be scaleabe. Up to booking enough appointments for 100+ agents. Ideally using a dialler system to eliminate no answers. If this opportunity is of interest, you are available, you speak good English and you have great communication skills, please get in touch letting me know your relevant experience, available time to commit to the project and your best price to be paid on successful completion. The stated price on the project is higher than the desired price. Please do not ask 'what is my budget & quote for the finished job (prior to scaling)'. You are competing with all other applicants. Please make sure your quote includes turnaround time & the process you intend to build on. The person/team I believe can do the job in the quickest time and at the best price will get the project. This is a long term opportunity as we will need ongoing support and development.