The People Place: A leading creative freelance recruitment agency.
As a leading freelance recruitment agency, The People Place is dedicated to connecting good people with good places.
Our mission is to ensure that freelance creatives bring more to the table than just their skills—they bring their full selves to each project. By emphasising capability, judgement, and fit and fostering lasting relationships, our freelance recruitment agency creates environments where people are inspired and can inspire others.
Find the right people and places with our freelance recruitment agency.
We’re proud of our rich professional network and our extensive experience in the very roles we recruit for. These factors give us a unique perspective and a comprehensive understanding of the industry’s complex needs.
Our freelance recruitment agency services cover various freelance, contract and permanent opportunities in:
- Account Management & Strategy
- Creative & Design
- Digital & Tech
- Marketing
- Media
- Social
- Studio & Production
We’d recommend viewing the full list of roles our lead creative recruiter, Nic, specialises in.
Who we are
The People Place is a creative permanent & freelance recruitment agency founded by Nicholas Cox, who possesses an extensive background in TV, advertising, and film production. Our agency is designed for people just like you, and we strive to connect ambitious, high-calibre, and creative people with positions that align with their goals and strengths.
Our core values of creativity, integrity, expertise, collaboration, empathy, and excellence guide everything we do.
Discover more about The People Place.
How We Work
Our main focus is finding the perfect capability, judgement, and fit for teams and building lasting relationships with the people and places we work with. This allows us to contribute to vibrant, productive, and inclusive workplaces where good people can thrive.
We strive to be a flexible freelance recruitment agency, offering our services in both retained and contingent recruitment modes to suit your unique requirements. We don’t just handle freelance recruitment though; we also place great people in contract and permanent positions.
Exclusivity
You engage The People Place exclusively to fill a specific position. I work solely on your search and take full accountability for the outcome, end to end.
Customised approach
We go deep on the brief before going to market. That means understanding the role, the team, and what good actually looks like in practice, so the shortlist is built on judgement, not keywords.
FLEXIBLE TIMELINE
With one clear focus, the process runs calmly and properly. Outreach is considered, screening is thorough, and decisions are made with clarity rather than pressure.
HIGHER LEVEL OF SUCCESS
Exclusive work leads to stronger alignment and better retention. Fewer interviews. Clearer decisions. Hires that stand up well beyond the first few months.
Non-exclusivity
A contingent search allows you to engage more than 1 recruiter at the same time. It can suit roles where the brief is well defined and speed is the priority.
Rushed turnaround
Because recruiters are competing, the process often moves quickly. The trade off is lighter screening and less depth in candidate conversations.
COMPETITION AND BUSINESS IMAGE
When multiple recruiters approach the market at once, candidates notice. It can create noise, mixed messaging, and a sense of urgency that does not always reflect the role or the business.
COMPETITIVE NATURE
Strong candidates may be contacted several times about the same role. That increases pressure and reduces your control over how the opportunity is positioned and perceived.
While we recommend retained mode for the best results, we’d love to accommodate your unique freelance recruitment needs. Find out more about how a partnership with our lead creative recruiter, Nic, works.
Our Process
Our freelance recruitment process typically involves:
01
An initial consultation
We’ll begin with a detailed discussion with you to fully understand their needs, expectations, goals, and company culture. This helps us clearly define the role and identify the ideal candidate profile.
02
Candidate sourcing
We’ll leverage our vast network, industry connections, and multiple channels to source top freelance candidates.
03
Interview and screening
We’ll carry out thorough interviews and rigorous screening processes to evaluate candidates both professionally and personally, ensuring only the most suitable freelancers are presented.
04
Presenting candidates
You’ll receive detailed profiles for each candidate, complete with CVs, portfolios, and interview insights. This removes the guesswork and showcases why each person is a strong fit for the role.
05
Coordinating interviews
We’ll manage all logistics related to scheduling interviews, making the process seamless and efficient for both you and the candidates. This also includes follow-up communications and feedback collection.
06
Negotiation
We’ll assist in the negotiation process, helping to finalise offers, rates, and other terms of employment. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that satisfies both parties.
07
Onboarding support
Our onboarding support ensures a smooth transition for new hires. We’ll assist with paperwork and orientation and provide regular check-ins to ensure satisfaction from both the person and the place.