How quickly can you hire with Toptal?

Typically, you can hire performance marketers with Toptal in about 48 hours. For larger teams of talent or Managed Delivery , timelines may vary. Our talent matchers are highly skilled in the same fields they’re matching in—they’re not recruiters or HR reps. They’ll work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics, and match you with ideal candidates from our vetted global talent network. Once you select your performance marketer, you’ll have a no-risk trial period to ensure they’re the perfect fit. Our matching process has a 98% trial-to-hire rate, so you can rest assured that you’re getting the best fit every time.

How do I hire performance marketers?

To hire the right performance marketer, it’s important to evaluate a candidate’s experience, technical skills, and communication skills. You’ll also want to consider the fit with your particular industry, company, and project. Toptal’s rigorous screening process ensures that every member of our network has excellent experience and skills, and our team will match you with the perfect performance marketers for your project.

How are Toptal performance marketers different?

At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our performance marketers to ensure we only match you with the highest caliber of talent. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. In addition to screening for industry-leading expertise, we also assess candidates’ language and interpersonal skills to ensure that you have a smooth working relationship. When you hire performance marketers with Toptal, you’ll always work with world-class, custom-matched performance marketers ready to help you achieve your goals.

Can you hire performance marketers on an hourly basis or for project-based tasks?

You can hire performance marketers on an hourly, part-time, or full-time basis. Toptal can also manage the entire project from end-to-end with our Managed Delivery offering. Whether you hire a performance marketer for a full- or part-time position, you’ll have the control and flexibility to scale your team up or down as your needs evolve. Our performance marketers can fully integrate into your existing team for a seamless working experience.

What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal performance marketers?

We make sure that each engagement between you and your performance marketer begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another performance marketer who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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Fernando D'Annunzio

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Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC-05:00

United States

Toptal Member Since May 8, 2023

Fernando excels in performance marketing, SEM, SEO, and paid social. He has managed eCommerce and lead generation projects for B2B and B2C brands, like NBA and NHL teams, Caterpillar, Lending Tree, MIDI Health, mobile phone carriers, regional banks, and Logic Monitor, with over $1 million in budgets. Fernando is a quick learner, leveraging AI and data analytics for paid media, with deep expertise in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Technical SEO.

Performance Marketing Google Shopping GSC YouTube SEO YouTube Ads SEO Copywriting Google Ads SEM SEO SEO Auditing Local SEO Content Strategy PPC Advertising

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Robert Franklin

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC-05:00

United States

Toptal Member Since October 31, 2022

Robert is a global digital marketing and eCommerce professional who integrates analytical, performance marketing, and creative solutions. He is Six Sigma Green Belt certified with an international MBA. Since running a small eBay eCommerce business at 14 years old, he has focused on digital and brand marketing for 20+ years. Robert has lived and worked in Asia for 10 years, traveled to 35 countries, and is passionate about bridging successful communication and results across cultures.

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Irshad Daftari

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC-05:00

Canada

Toptal Member Since November 8, 2024

Irshad is a curious, data-driven marketing leader with 17+ years of experience. He loves connecting the dots between users, data, and technology and discovering the what and why. His expertise spans B2B SaaS and B2C, leading paid acquisition, GTM, CRM, SEO, content strategy, email marketing, and marketing analytics. Irshad has successfully executed marketing campaigns to drive revenue and acquire and retain users for audiences of 30+ million and for 0-1 startups to establish product-market fit.

Performance Marketing B2C Marketing Marketing Analytics Email Marketing Growth Marketing Product Marketing Demand Generation GTM Marketing Marketing Strategy Social Media Management B2B Marketing Strategy Growth Hacking SEM

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Candela Maria Busquet

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC-03:00

Argentina

Toptal Member Since October 24, 2024

Candela is a growth hacking expert specializing in eCommerce. She aids startups and Fortune 500 firms in their expansion through targeted paid search and social tactics. With over eight years of expertise in user acquisition, Candela has managed over $5 million in ad spend across Google, Meta, and TikTok for top brands like L'Oreal, Paramount, Body Trainer, and Top Living. Her data-driven approach has consistently delivered exceptional growth for over 30 clients worldwide.

Performance Marketing E-commerce Marketing TikTok Ads Google Ads Facebook Ads Advertising Management SEM PPC Advertising Display Advertising LinkedIn Campaign Marketing Social Media Marketing Marketing Analytics

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PK Bibi

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC+00:00

United Kingdom

Toptal Member Since October 11, 2024

PK is an expert pay-per-click (PPC) specialist with over 15 years of experience delivering successful paid search campaigns across various industries. He has a track record of managing substantial media budgets while driving measurable ROI and excels in PPC strategy development, ad optimization, and reporting. PK is a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising, which makes him a valuable asset for any digital marketing project.

Performance Marketing E-commerce Marketing PPC Advertising Google Ads CRO Lead Generation B2B Marketing Strategy SEM Copywriting Display Advertising Marketing Analytics Inbound Marketing Customer Acquisition

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Charles Anijekwu

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC+00:00

United Kingdom

Toptal Member Since November 18, 2024

Charles is a growth marketing specialist with over five years of proficiency in performance, product, and growth marketing. He has delivered impressive growth while executing marketing tactics and strategies for digital products in payments, lending, banking services, B2B SaaS, and eCommerce. Proficient in customer acquisition, activation, conversion rate optimization, and retention marketing, Charles leverages diverse CRM tools to drive sustainable business growth.

Performance Marketing Google Analytics 4 (GA4)SEO CRO Growth Marketing Growth Hacking Email Marketing SEM Google Ads PPC Advertising Lead Generation Facebook Ads Customer Acquisition

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Camila Pereira

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC+01:00

Spain

Toptal Member Since September 7, 2023

Camila is a seasoned professional with 13+ years of experience in marketing and analytics. She has worked for agencies like Omnicom Media Group and companies like Just Eat, managing budgets of over £7 million globally. With a master's degree in advertising and multiple certifications, Camila excels in agency transitions and establishing in-house teams. She is an innovative thinker who thrives on pushing boundaries, leveraging analytics and digital strategies to drive outstanding performance.

Performance Marketing PPC Advertising Google Ads Facebook Ads Display Advertising Attribution Marketing Analytics Email Marketing Affiliate Marketing TikTok Ads YouTube Ads Marketing Transformation Google Tag Manager

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Julia Ulida

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC+01:00

Poland

Toptal Member Since September 13, 2024

Julia is a visionary chief marketing officer with over a decade of success in scaling tech startups and eCommerce ventures. Known for tripling revenue and spearheading market expansions, she expertly blends analytical rigor with creative marketing strategies to drive substantial growth. Julia transforms brands' digital footprint and accelerates business success.

Performance Marketing Brand Strategists Media Planning Content Strategy Email Marketing CRO E-commerce Marketing Social Media Marketing Keyword Research On-page SEO Local SEO Content Marketing Brand Marketing

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Gambar Oruj

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC+01:00

Netherlands

Toptal Member Since May 10, 2023

Gambar is a global digital marketing manager with 10+ years of experience driving international digital campaigns across diverse markets, including Europe, the USA, and Asia. He has expertise in business model and marketing strategy development, SEO, CRM, marketing automation, paid campaigns, and creating digital customer journeys to drive engagement and lead generation. Gambar successfully guided teams of over 10 members to complete projects with substantial budgets exceeding EUR 1,000,000.

Performance Marketing GTM Marketing Digital Strategy Brand Strategists Omnichannel Marketing Marketing Transformation Customer Acquisition

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Sebastian Loaiza

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC+04:00

United Arab Emirates

Toptal Member Since September 22, 2022

Sebastian has 17+ years of experience in digital marketing as a general manager focused on growth, performance, marketing, sales and management, business operations, and strategy. He has consulted for brands worldwide on their growth efforts as a country manager, global marketing director, head of performance, and growth director in numerous industries, including iGaming, retail, entertainment/gaming, affiliate network, edtech, and healthtech.

Performance Marketing Affiliate Marketing SEO Business Development Representation E-commerce Marketing Growth Marketing Digital Strategy SEO Auditing Customer Acquisition Lead Generation Marketing Strategy On-page SEO PPC Advertising

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Prabhjyot Kaur

Freelance Performance Marketer

Verified Expert in Marketing

UTC+05:00

India

Toptal Member Since July 31, 2024

Prabhjyot is a top-tier marketing expert who drove $7,000,000+ in annual revenue and managed $550,000+ in marketing budgets for her clients. She specializes in digital strategy and account-based marketing, building efficient marketing systems and teams. Prabhjyot's performance marketing skills span SEM, SEO, Meta, Google, and LinkedIn ads. Proficient in email, content, and social media marketing, she ensures high engagement rates, excels in community building, and fosters impactful partnerships.

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How We Source the Top 3% of Performance Marketers

Our name “Toptal” comes from Top Talent—meaning we constantly strive to find and work with the best from around the world. Our rigorous screening process identifies experts in their domains who have passion and drive.

Of the thousands of applications Toptal sees each month, typically fewer than 3% are accepted.

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STEP 1

Language and Personality Evaluation

26.4% of applications pass

The first step of the screening process is a comprehensive English language and communication evaluation. We also assess personality traits, seeking only those who are passionate and fully engaged in their work.

STEP 2

In-depth Skill Review

7.4% of applications pass

We test each applicant’s technical knowledge and problem-solving ability through various assessments. Every member of the Toptal network is an expert in their domain, and we typically only advance candidates with exceptional results in this phase.

STEP 3

Live Screening

3.6% of applications pass

Toptal screeners, who are experts in their functional domain, interview each performance marketer. Our screeners provide specific live exercises, looking for problem-solving ability, depth of experience, communication ability, and creativity.

STEP 4

Test Project

3.2% of applications pass

Each candidate is assigned a test project to evaluate whether they can “walk the walk.” Test projects take 1-3 weeks and are comprehensive and provide real-world scenarios for candidates to demonstrate their competence, thoroughness, professionalism, and integrity.

STEP 5

Continued Excellence

Top 3.0% of performance marketers

As a quality-first company, we demand the best from our talent, so they can deliver the best to our clients. This principle permeates every Toptal engagement and delivered project. Only the top 3% of marketing experts can consistently perform at this level.

Capabilities of Performance Marketers

From data-driven strategies to AI-powered automation, Toptal performance marketers specialize in optimizing paid media, improving conversion rates, and scaling successful campaigns. With expertise in multi-channel advertising, audience segmentation, and real-time analytics, our specialists drive measurable growth through precise testing and budget allocation.

Comprehensive Marketing Strategy

A well-structured strategy is key to impactful marketing. By analyzing KPIs, audience insights, and industry trends, our specialists craft tailored approaches that drive customer acquisition and enhance ROI.

Optimizing Paid Media Spend

Smart budget allocation leads to maximum impact. Our specialists analyze ad spend, refine bidding strategies, and shift budgets across channels to achieve lower acquisition costs and higher ROAS.

A/B Testing and Experimentation

Testing and optimization are central to performance marketing success. By experimenting with ad creatives, landing pages, and CTAs, our experts identify high-performing variations that drive conversions and improve outcomes.

Multi-channel Advertising Campaigns

Reaching audiences across multiple platforms requires strategic execution. Our marketers optimize campaigns across Google Ads, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok, adjusting strategies to maximize accuracy and engagement.

Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)

A seamless user experience increases conversions. Toptal marketers refine landing pages, sales funnels, and lead capture forms using insights from tools like Hotjar and Unbounce to optimize conversion results.

Retargeting and Remarketing Campaigns

Reconnecting with previous visitors improves retention. Our specialists use targeted ads, personalized email sequences, and behavioral tracking to recapture interest, nurture potential customers, and drive higher conversion rates.

Analyzing Performance Metrics

Informed decisions rely on accurate data. Toptal marketers track ey metrics such as CTR, CPA, ROAS, and LTV using dashboards in Google Data Studio and Tableau to enable continuous campaign refinement and optimization.

Leveraging Automation and AI Tools

Automation improves campaign effectiveness. Our marketers utilize AI-powered bidding strategies, predictive audience segmentation, and automated workflows through platforms like HubSpot, Smartly.io, and Google Ads Scripts for smarter scaling and optimization.

Scaling Successful Marketing Campaigns

Expanding successful campaigns requires strategic growth. By increasing budgets, refining audience segments, and optimizing ad placements, our marketing experts help businesses scale high-performing marketing efforts while sustaining profitability and maximizing overall impact.

Reporting Data-driven Insights

Clear reporting transforms raw data into strategy. Toptal marketing pros analyze performance trends using tools like Tableau and Google Looker Studio to turn insights into actionable recommendations that drive long-term success.

FAQs

How quickly can you hire with Toptal?
Typically, you can hire performance marketers with Toptal in about 48 hours. For larger teams of talent or Managed Delivery, timelines may vary. Our talent matchers are highly skilled in the same fields they’re matching in—they’re not recruiters or HR reps. They’ll work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics, and match you with ideal candidates from our vetted global talent network.

Once you select your performance marketer, you’ll have a no-risk trial period to ensure they’re the perfect fit. Our matching process has a 98% trial-to-hire rate, so you can rest assured that you’re getting the best fit every time.
How do I hire performance marketers?
To hire the right performance marketer, it’s important to evaluate a candidate’s experience, technical skills, and communication skills. You’ll also want to consider the fit with your particular industry, company, and project. Toptal’s rigorous screening process ensures that every member of our network has excellent experience and skills, and our team will match you with the perfect performance marketers for your project.
How are Toptal performance marketers different?
At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our performance marketers to ensure we only match you with the highest caliber of talent. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut.

In addition to screening for industry-leading expertise, we also assess candidates’ language and interpersonal skills to ensure that you have a smooth working relationship.

When you hire performance marketers with Toptal, you’ll always work with world-class, custom-matched performance marketers ready to help you achieve your goals.
Can you hire performance marketers on an hourly basis or for project-based tasks?
You can hire performance marketers on an hourly, part-time, or full-time basis. Toptal can also manage the entire project from end-to-end with our Managed Delivery offering. Whether you hire a performance marketer for a full- or part-time position, you’ll have the control and flexibility to scale your team up or down as your needs evolve. Our performance marketers can fully integrate into your existing team for a seamless working experience.
What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal performance marketers?
We make sure that each engagement between you and your performance marketer begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another performance marketer who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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