# SkillSoniq > Official SkillSoniq business agent. SkillSoniq is an AI-powered recruiting platform that helps companies hire vetted freelance contractors and employees and… ## Ask it a question SkillSoniq answers for itself at https://api.hailera.com/mcp/skillsoniq. A client that speaks MCP can connect to that address; the tool is ask_skillsoniq and the protocol is 2026-07-28. Where this file and the agent disagree, the agent is current. ## About SkillSoniq Overview of SkillSoniq SkillSoniq is a free AI-powered recruiting app that helps companies quickly hire freelance contractors and employees in their city or country. The platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze millions of data points across job posts and candidate profiles, then presents highly personalized matches within seconds. Over time, the matching algorithms get smarter based on activity and hiring preferences. Key benefits for companies include: - Direct access to a curated pool of pre-vetted freelance contractors and employees. - Ability to "try before you buy" by starting candidates as freelancers and converting the best ones to employees. - Reduced hiring risk and cost compared to traditional job portals and staffing agencies. - A single platform to source, manage, and pay talent. SkillSoniq primarily serves companies across major cities in the United States and Canada and is expanding to other major cities globally. Source: https://skillsoniq.com ## Where SkillSoniq works Lists Prichard, Atlanta, Dayton, and Jersey City as a location. Names United States as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published. ## Prices SkillSoniq offers multiple pricing options for companies that want to hire talent through the platform. On Demand plan - Price: Free - Use case: One-off hiring - Key features: - No subscription fees - 1 active job posting at a time - Receive curated candidate matches - Up to 15 interview invites per job per month - Buyout fees at $4,999 per hire when you hire an employee directly or convert a freelancer to your payroll Lite plan - Price: $29 per month - Use case: Light hiring (approximately 40% savings over On Demand on buyout fees and usage) - Key features: - 3 active job postings at a time - 50% waiver on buyout fee compared to the On Demand plan - Up to 50 interview invites per job per month - Unlimited messaging features - Dedicated human recruiter - Export candidate contact details - Cancel plan anytime - 30 days free trial available Premium plan - Price: $59 per month - Use case: Heavy hiring (approximately 80% savings over On Demand on buyout fees and usage) - Key features: - Unlimited active job postings at a time - Full waiver on buyout fee - Unlimited interview invites per job per month General pricing notes - SkillSoniq is free for companies to post unlimited projects, screen, and hire unlimited freelancers on an ongoing basis. - SkillSoniq charges a nominal payment processing fee on top of what you pay freelancers, to cover payment gateway costs. - When you decide to hire an employee directly from Day 1 or convert a freelancer to an employee, SkillSoniq charges a buyout fee, which depends on your subscription plan (see above). For the most current and detailed pricing information or any changes to fees, please refer to the Pricing section on the SkillSoniq website or contact SkillSoniq directly. Source: https://skillsoniq.com ## Hours and contact Company details - Company name: SkillSoniq, Inc. - Address: 20 River Court, Jersey City, NJ 07310, United States How to contact SkillSoniq - Phone (US): +1 (929) 777-5455 - Email: sales@skillsoniq.com - Website: https://skillsoniq.com/ For specific questions about pricing, hiring, or policies, companies and freelancers can reach out using the contact details above. Source: https://skillsoniq.com ## Candidate quality, screening, and background checks SkillSoniq focuses on providing companies with high-quality, pre-vetted freelance contractors and employees. Candidate pool and acceptance rate - SkillSoniq receives thousands of candidate applications every month. - Only the top 10% of candidates are approved to join the platform. Screening process The candidate screening process typically includes: - In-depth analysis of skills and experience: SkillSoniq reviews candidate skills and how they have been applied in past roles to verify that stated skills are genuine and relevant to client needs. - Dynamic demand-supply matching: Approval thresholds vary based on demand for particular skills. This helps maintain an active pool of candidates ready to work on projects. - Phone screening: A 15–30 minute phone screening is conducted when needed. Background checks - Before starting any project, candidates go through comprehensive background screening, including: - Criminal checks - Social Security checks - Sex offender checks - Background checks are refreshed annually for active freelancers. Work authorization - SkillSoniq does not sponsor work visas for freelancers. - Freelancers on the platform must have a valid work permit to work as 1099 independent contractors in the United States. - After working with a freelancer, clients may choose to hire them on their own payroll and can then decide whether to sponsor a work visa separately. Insurance benefits for freelancers - To help level the playing field between freelancers and full-time employees, SkillSoniq has partnered with Trupo to provide access to portable insurance products such as: - Illness insurance - Accident insurance - Dental insurance - Vision insurance - Life insurance - Freelancers can opt into these benefits while they are working with clients through SkillSoniq. For the most current details on screening and benefits, refer to the FAQ and Terms of Service on the SkillSoniq website. Source: https://skillsoniq.com ## Freelancer-to-employee model and policies SkillSoniq is built around a flexible "Freelancer-turned-Employee" model that lets companies try talent before hiring them full-time. How the freelancer-to-employee model works - All talent on SkillSoniq are ultimately looking for full-time jobs and are open to being hired on your payroll. - As a company, you can: - Hire employees directly on your payroll from Day 1 through SkillSoniq, or - Start by hiring freelancers for part-time or full-time project work on SkillSoniq, and then convert the best-performing freelancers to employees on your payroll. When to convert a freelancer to an employee - Many companies convert freelancers to employees after around 3 months, but the specific timing depends on factors such as: - Candidate's performance and cultural fit - Perceived flight risk - Your hiring budget and internal policies - SkillSoniq's technology predicts when it may be a good time to convert a freelancer to an employee, based on trends observed on the platform. Working with freelancers or employees outside SkillSoniq - All offers must be made on the SkillSoniq platform, as per the Terms of Service. - Clients are not allowed to work directly with past, current, or future freelancers they discovered through SkillSoniq outside of the platform unless certain conditions are met. - If you need to work with a freelancer directly before the standard lockout period expires, you must email sales@skillsoniq.com and obtain written approval. SkillSoniq charges a buyout fee in such cases. - SkillSoniq may impose penalties (including a fee and restrictions on using the platform in the future) if it discovers that clients and freelancers are working together outside the platform without approval. For full legal details, refer to the Terms of Service on the SkillSoniq website or contact SkillSoniq directly. Source: https://skillsoniq.com ## Hiring process for companies on SkillSoniq 1. Sign up and post jobs - Companies sign up on SkillSoniq and can start posting jobs/projects for free. - You can post unlimited jobs on the platform. 2. Receive AI-curated matches - SkillSoniq's AI and ML based algorithms analyze millions of data points across candidate resumes and jobs posted. - The platform presents you with highly personalized, curated matches within seconds, rather than requiring you to sift through large numbers of irrelevant resumes. 3. Interview candidates - You can send interview invites to matched candidates. - Candidates who accept your interview invite are connected with you, and you can communicate via email, phone, or in person. 4. Make an offer After interviewing, you can: - Send a project offer to try the candidate as a freelancer on SkillSoniq for a period of time, or - Send a job offer to hire the candidate directly as an employee through SkillSoniq. All job and project offers must be made on the SkillSoniq platform as per their Terms of Service. 5. Background checks and onboarding - Once a candidate accepts your offer, SkillSoniq runs a comprehensive background check (criminal, social security and sex offender) that usually takes less than a day. - SkillSoniq manages onboarding documentation (including 1099 and W9 for freelancers) and regulatory paperwork. 6. Working with talent and managing them - Candidates then start working with you, either as freelancers or employees. - You can manage freelancers and employees through SkillSoniq's dashboards, including timesheets and performance tracking. 7. Typical time to hire - For companies whose schedule aligns with candidates, it typically takes around 5 business days from posting a project on the platform to getting started with candidates. Source: https://skillsoniq.com ## Payments, timesheets, and invoicing for companies Timesheets and approvals - Freelancers log the hours they work for you in SkillSoniq. - You can view hours worked by each freelancer in your dashboard on a daily basis. - Freelancers submit a weekly timesheet by Sunday. - You receive notifications when weekly timesheets are submitted and can review hours before or after submission. Billing schedule - Based on hours worked from Monday through Sunday, you are billed by SkillSoniq every Monday for the previous week. How you pay SkillSoniq - SkillSoniq sends you a consolidated invoice for all freelancers you have hired through the platform, so you only need to pay one entity. - You can pay SkillSoniq via: - ACH bank transfer - Major credit and debit cards Fees and commissions - SkillSoniq charges a nominal payment processing fee on top of what you pay freelancers, to cover payment gateway costs. - For freelancers, SkillSoniq may retain up to 20% commission from the amounts due to be paid to the freelancer, after receiving payment from you. Commission-only arrangements - You can hire freelancers on a commission-only basis, where payments are tied to performance metrics. - In commission-only structures, SkillSoniq still retains up to a 20% commission from the amount payable to the freelancer. For precise and current payment terms, always refer to the latest information on the SkillSoniq website or your agreement with SkillSoniq. Source: https://skillsoniq.com ## Roles and industries available on SkillSoniq SkillSoniq provides access to freelance contractors and employees across three broad role categories and multiple industries. Tech roles Examples of tech roles available include: - Developers - UI/UX Designers - Technical Product Managers - Non-technical Product Managers - Business Analysts - Project Managers - Other technology and product roles that help you build your products and services. Marketing roles Examples of marketing and growth roles include: - Social media marketers - Content writers - Proofreaders - Sales professionals - Customer service representatives - Growth hackers - Email marketers - Other marketing and customer-facing roles that help you grow your business. Other professional roles Examples of other roles available include: - Big Data Analysts - Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Experts - Blockchain Specialists - Operations Specialists - Financial Analysts - Accounting bookkeepers - Admin/Executive Assistants - Call Center Agents - Other business and operations roles. Industries SkillSoniq works with candidates and companies across 12+ industry verticals. The platform is not limited to a single industry; hiring managers across many sectors use SkillSoniq to find talent. Source: https://skillsoniq.com ## What SkillSoniq has not published yet These are things people ask SkillSoniq that its published information does not yet cover. - prices - availability - specific hiring outcomes or guarantees - time-to-hire guarantees - legal or tax advice - visa sponsorship commitments - insurance coverage details Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess. ## Where this comes from https://skillsoniq.com