Proposal Writers for hire in Austin, TX
Find proposal writers who create compelling proposals, manage budgets and have excellent research skills to secure funding for projects. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Austin, TX to make your hiring faster and simpler.
Ready to work now
251
candidates
Resume updated in last 6 months
Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Analysis Skills6%Organizational Skills5%Education level
Bachelor's degree66%Master's degree30%Doctorate4%Years of experience
6-10 years50%More than 10 years50%Current company
Black & Veatch
(State of Texas) Department of State Health ServicesAbbott
Time at current job
1-2 years38%2-5 years25%More than 5 years25%
Browse Indeed's database of 251 profiles for Proposal Writers in Austin, TX
Last updated: Oct 6, 2026
Proposal Writer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Austin, TX: $83,668 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $67,350 – $103,938 yearly
*Indeed data (US)
Freelance Grant Writer
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipPublic SpeakingAnalysis SkillsSenior Research Scientist
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Certification (CITI)Skills
Analysis SkillsImmunocytochemistryPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementB2B Marketing Manager
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCompTIA A+Skills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsPublic SpeakingPersonal Assistant ExperienceTechnical Writer
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Data AnalyticsData Analysis SoftwareGoogle Data Analytics CertificateAnalyticsTableauData Analytics Tools+4 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsEHR SystemsEMR/EHREMR SystemsHealthcare ITSocial Media Marketing Training, Inbound Marketing, & Sales Training
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Certified Scrum MasterSkills
Analysis SkillsADDIEInstructional DesignE-Learning (Training Delivery Method)Developing E-Learning ProgramsInstructor-Led Training (Training Delivery Method)Technical Writer / Editor / Content Manager
Austin, Texas
Licenses & certifications
PMPSkills
Organizational SkillsJiraProject Management ToolsIssue TrackingProject Management SoftwareDigital Project Management Boards
Simple, transparent pricing
Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.
Professional
🔥 Best for most teamsIdeal for dedicated recruiters and high-volume hiring teams
Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
Assign up to 3 jobs at once to your Assistant
It works daily, even when you’re offline
Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
100 contacts per month
Advanced candidate filters + Glassdoor profiles
Get access to candidate engagement insights
Improve team collaboration with shared candidate lists
Enterprise
📈 High volumeFor large organizations requiring max scale and custom solutions
Recommended for teams hiring at large scale
Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
Assign unlimited jobs at once to your Assistant
It works daily, even when you’re offline
Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
Custom contacts per month / year
Configurable usage limits
Custom pricing and invoicing
Volume-based contact packages
Dedicated onboarding and account support
Enterprise-grade identity and access management
§Terms and conditions apply
*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change
**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month
Not looking for sourcing candidates?
Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally




Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?
Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.
Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?
Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.
What's the average time to fill a proposal writer role?
The average time to fill a proposal writer role is 27 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do proposal writers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a proposal writer include: communication skills, analysis skills and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for proposal writers?
Common licenses or certifications for proposal writers include: Driver's License, Non-CDL Class C and Paralegal Certificate.
What are some job titles related to proposal writers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to proposal writers include: freelance grant writer, senior research scientist and B2B marketing manager.
What level of education is common for a proposal writer?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a proposal writer in Austin, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a proposal writer?
Most proposal writers have 16 years of professional experience.
Browse related occupations
Browse related locations
Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today
*Terms and conditions apply