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LATAM Freelance Weekly Digest: Top Stories & Insights (Week of September 22, 2025)

Key developments impacting freelancers in Latin America this week

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Jam Jaramillo
September 22, 2025

Welcome to this week’s LATAM Freelance Digest! Remote work and the gig economy are evolving fast. Here’s what happened and what it means for you.

Upwork announces variable service fees

  • Upwork is shifting from a flat 10% fee to a variable service fee ranging from 0% to 15%, depending on client history and your total billings.

  • This change may benefit high-volume freelancers but could reduce take-home pay for others.

  • Example: A freelancer billing $1,000 per month under the new structure could pay between $0 and $150 in fees.

  • Action: Review your Upwork contracts and adjust your rates or negotiate with clients to maintain your earnings.

Remote hiring & freelance growth in LATAM

  • The LATAM freelance platforms market is projected to reach about $1.65B by 2030, growing ~19% annually.

  • Companies worldwide are hiring LATAM talent due to cost efficiency and time zone alignment.

  • More opportunities also mean more competition.

  • Action: Upgrade your skills in high-demand areas like AI, cloud, cybersecurity and data science.

Gig economy: opportunities & challenges

  • The gig economy in LATAM is expanding but still faces legal, fiscal and social challenges.

  • Many freelancers worry about unstable income and lack of benefits.

  • Action: Diversify your client base, budget for slow months and explore local cooperatives or freelancer associations for support.

Takeaways

  • Stay informed about platform policy changes to protect your earnings.

  • Invest in building a future-proof skill set.

  • Plan for variability in income and seek community support.

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