On MindHub, agencies can be hired directly while freelancers and creators only via brief. Here is why — and which flow fits your situation.
When to hire an agency directly
- You know who you want (saw their portfolio, got a recommendation)
- You can describe your needs in a short message
- You're OK with their pricing as published
Flow: open the agency's profile → "Contact" → discuss → they send a Custom Offer → fund escrow.
When to post a brief
- You're not sure who's right for the project
- You want competitive bids
- You need a freelancer or creator (these never publish prices)
Flow: post brief → AI matches surface candidates → providers apply → you pick → fund escrow.
Why freelancers/creators only via brief
- It removes price anchoring (you describe what you need, they price it)
- It gives smaller providers fair access (no one "owns" the slot)
- It surfaces talent you wouldn't have searched for
Tips for a strong brief
- Lead with the outcome, not the deliverable
- Include 1-2 examples of what you like
- Be honest about your budget range — it filters who applies