# Upwork Jobs (`hello.datawizards/upwork-jobs`) Actor

Upwork-Jobs-Bulk-Scraper: Scrape Upwork job listings by keywords for structured data on titles, rates, and skills. Ideal for job market analysis and tracking freelance gigs. Use Apify Proxy to avoid blocks. Gain insights into freelance trends and rates.

- **URL**: https://apify.com/hello.datawizards/upwork-jobs.md
- **Developed by:** [datawizards](https://apify.com/hello.datawizards) (community)
- **Categories:** Jobs, Automation, Lead generation
- **Stats:** 189 total users, 2 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 15 bookmarks
- **User rating**: 1.00 out of 5 stars

## Pricing

$5.00 / 1,000 results

This Actor is paid per event. You are not charged for the Apify platform usage, but only a fixed price for specific events.

Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/actors/running/actors-in-store.md#pay-per-event

## What's an Apify Actor?

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In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours,
and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store.
In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server.
Actors are written with capital "A".

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For usage examples, see the [API](#api) section below.

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# README

### 🛠️ Upwork-Jobs-Bulk-Scraper

Effortlessly search and extract job listings from Upwork using keyword-based searches. The **Upwork-Jobs-Bulk-Scraper** Actor fetches detailed job data, including titles, hourly rates, experience levels, descriptions, and required skills — all delivered in clean, structured JSON format. Perfect for job market analysis, freelance opportunity tracking, or rate comparisons.

> ⚠️ **Note:** Activate **Apify Proxy** with the **Residential group** to avoid scraping blocks. Running without a proxy may lead to incomplete data or failures.

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### 🚀 How This Upwork-Jobs-Bulk-Scraper Works

- Launch the **Upwork-Jobs-Bulk-Scraper** to retrieve structured Upwork job listings.
- Specify keywords in the **`job_keyword`** field (e.g., `"solidworks"`) to target specific job types.
- Define the **`data_limit`** to set the number of job listings to scrape.
- Enable **Residential Proxy** in `proxyConfiguration` for uninterrupted scraping.
- Receive JSON results ready for analysis, automation, or reporting.

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### 🧾 Input Configuration

Here’s a sample input to get you started:

```json
{
  "data_limit": 10,
  "job_keyword": ["solidworks"]
}
```

- **`job_keyword`**: An array of keywords for searching job listings (e.g., `"solidworks"`, `"python"`, `"design"`).
- **`data_limit`**: The maximum number of job listings to retrieve.

> **Pro Tip:** For best results, add `"proxyConfiguration": {"useApifyProxy": true, "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]}` to your input.

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### 📦 Output Sample

The scraper delivers an array of job listings with key details like:

- Job title and URL
- Posting time and hourly rate
- Experience level and estimated duration
- Full description and required skills
- Unique job ID

```json
[
  {
    "title": "URGENT! - 3D Modeling Expert Needed for Historic Rope and Leaf Motif (CNC Carving)",
    "url": "https://www.upwork.com/jobs/URGENT-Modeling-Expert-Needed-for-Historic-Rope-and-Leaf-Motif-CNC-Carving_~021930333057554451856/",
    "time_posted": "1 hour ago",
    "rate_fixed": "",
    "rate_hourly": "$30.00 - $40.00",
    "type": "Hourly: $30.00 - $40.00",
    "level_experience": "Intermediate",
    "time_estimated": "Less than 1 month, Less than 30 hrs/week",
    "description": "I’m looking for a skilled 3D modeler with experience creating architectural millwork components for CNC fabrication. This is an urgent project — I need a detailed 3D model of a historic transom bar based on a reference photo and dimensioned drawing, delivered within 48 hours. The model will be used with VCarve Pro for CNC carving in wood. The carving includes twisted rope and a leaf motif on the transom bar. The reference photo and a PDF with key dimensions are provided. Scope of Work: • Create a 3D model that accurately reflects the detail and proportions shown in the provided photo and dimensions • Deliver the model in the format ready for import into VCarve • Ensure the carving is CNC-ready with clean, machinable geometry Ideal Freelancer: • Prior experience modeling ornamental or historic architectural elements • Familiarity with CNC wood carving • Able to communicate promptly and meet a 48-hour turnaround To apply, please include: • Examples of previous CNC or millwork models • A quick note on your software workflow and file export capabilities",
    "required_skills": [
      "SolidWorks",
      "3D Modeling",
      "3D Design",
      "Autodesk AutoCAD",
      "3D Rendering"
    ],
    "uid": "1930333057554451856"
  },
  {
    "title": "CADHouse Conversion Drawing",
    "url": "https://www.upwork.com/jobs/CADHouse-Conversion-Drawing_~021930284258607066985/",
    "time_posted": "1 hour ago",
    "rate_fixed": "",
    "rate_hourly": "$120.00 - $210.00",
    "type": "Hourly: $120.00 - $210.00",
    "level_experience": "Entry Level",
    "time_estimated": "Less than 1 month, Not sure",
    "description": "We are in search of efficiently skilled Architect to work on 2D house drawing plan projects, these said projects will be provided for work in image format from and are to be converted to CAD file format within specific time period. Do well to connect with us, we'll reach out as soon as possible.",
    "required_skills": [
      "Autodesk AutoCAD",
      "Adobe Illustrator",
      "Graphic Design",
      "CAD",
      "Architectural Design",
      "CAD & CAM Software",
      "3D Design"
    ],
    "uid": "1930284258607066985"
  }
]
```

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### 📌 Use Cases

- **Job Market Insights**: Study trends in freelance job postings.
- **Opportunity Tracking**: Identify freelance jobs matching your expertise.
- **Rate Analysis**: Compare hourly rates across job categories.
- **Competitor Research**: Monitor job opportunities in your niche.

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### 📞 Support

For custom solutions, simplified outputs, or bug reporting, contact:

- 📧 **<hello.datawizard@gmail.com>**
- 🔗 [Connect on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/data-wizards-aa8080342)

> 💡 **Tip:** Use the subject **“Upwork-Jobs-Bulk-Scraper Support Request”** for quicker responses.\
> **Need changes to the scraper output?** Reach out to our support team for tailored modifications!

# Actor input Schema

## `job_keyword` (type: `array`):

A list of URLs of the web pages you want to scrape data from.

## `data_limit` (type: `integer`):

Specifies the maximum number of items to process.

## Actor input object example

```json
{
  "job_keyword": [
    "solidworks"
  ],
  "data_limit": 100
}
```

# API

You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup.

## JavaScript example

```javascript
import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';

// Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
// Replace the '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token
const client = new ApifyClient({
    token: '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>',
});

// Prepare Actor input
const input = {
    "job_keyword": [
        "solidworks"
    ],
    "data_limit": 100
};

// Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
const run = await client.actor("hello.datawizards/upwork-jobs").call(input);

// Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any)
console.log('Results from dataset');
console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`);
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
items.forEach((item) => {
    console.dir(item);
});

// 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs

```

## Python example

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

# Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
# Replace '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token.
client = ApifyClient("<YOUR_API_TOKEN>")

# Prepare the Actor input
run_input = {
    "job_keyword": ["solidworks"],
    "data_limit": 100,
}

# Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
run = client.actor("hello.datawizards/upwork-jobs").call(run_input=run_input)

# Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any)
print(f"💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/{run.default_dataset_id}")
for item in client.dataset(run.default_dataset_id).iterate_items():
    print(item)

# 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start

```

## CLI example

```bash
echo '{
  "job_keyword": [
    "solidworks"
  ],
  "data_limit": 100
}' |
apify call hello.datawizards/upwork-jobs --silent --output-dataset

```

## MCP server setup

```json
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "apify": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=fetch-actor-details,hello.datawizards/upwork-jobs"
        }
    }
}

```

The hosted server signs you in with OAuth on first connect, so no API token belongs in this config. Clients without OAuth support can send an `Authorization: Bearer <APIFY_API_TOKEN>` header instead, using a token from API & Integrations in Apify Console (https://console.apify.com/settings/integrations).

## OpenAPI specification

Download the OpenAPI definition: https://api.apify.com/v2/actors/Y1GXbHplN54x6wtJj/builds/yFvCInEoUzjQ8uTzh/openapi.json