How Filip Built a $13K/Month Fiverr Agency With His Team

Filip’s Fiverr ProfileDiscovering FiverrQ: Filip, how did you first discover Fiverr?Filip: Everything started in 2021. I was studying animation and 3D design in Serbia, after switching from a physics degree that did not work out. I always had the feeling I was meant for more, and after discovering Fiverr, I was drawn to the idea of setting up a storefront instead of constantly applying for gigs like on Upwork.To create my first gig, I used projects I built during a bootcamp and personal pieces, like a stylized character of my wife. I priced my basic gig at $50 and analyzed other sellers to position myself competitively.First Orders & Key LessonsQ: What was your first Fiverr order like?Filip: It took one month to land my first order—a hair salon owner wanted 3D models for an AR app. I did not even know what AR meant at the time, but I figured it out and delivered. That project led to more work with the same client.My second project got canceled after 7 days, and I felt defeated. But it taught me a key lesson: miscommunication kills projects. From then on, I created pre-written macros, PDF style guides, and asked for references upfront.Going Full-TimeQ: When did you realize Fiverr could become your full-time business?Filip: After just 2–3 months, I went from earning $500/month to $5K/month. That was when I knew Fiverr could be more than a side hustle. I could either keep freelancing solo or start scaling. I chose the second path.Team BuildingQ: How did you start building your team?Filip:* I started locally—Facebook groups and university classmates* My first hire, Dan, is now the technical lead* We are now a team of 9 (including my wife, currently on maternity leave)Hiring was not easy. Some people only lasted a few months, while others like Dan grew with me. Now I am working on building proper processes to train new team members more efficiently.Shifting to Agency ModelQ: You turned your Fiverr profile into an agency. Why?Filip: Because it reflects reality. Clients often prefer working with certain team members based on their visual style. I wanted to be transparent and also attract higher-ticket projects by showing we are a professional studio.Studio OperationsQ: What systems do you use to run your studio?Filip:* Discord – for internal communication* Notion – for project tracking (may switch to Asana)* Google Drive → internal server (32TB) – for file sharing* On-site office in Novi Sad – creative collaboration is better in personI believe in building a physical office culture, especially for creative work. It is not the trendiest thing right now, but it helps grow a strong team and better results.Frustrations with Fiverr ToolsQ: What do you think about Fiverr’s tools?Filip: FiverrGo (AI Assistant)* Cannot read images or interpret links* Sends too many messages that feel spammy* Often underprices projects without understanding complexityFiverr Ads* Too basic—needs better targeting, keyword control, and higher budget optionsThese features feel underdeveloped compared to other ad platforms or AI tools like ChatGPT.Becoming a Fiverr ProQ: How did you become a Fiverr Pro?Filip: I applied several months in and got accepted on my first try. I submitted portfolio work from clients like Decathlon and Kipling, along with side projects and personal animation work.Using Seller PlusQ: What about Seller Plus—what features do you use?Filip:* Priority customer support* Success manager feedback* Buyer insights (order volume, average spend)* I do manual follow-ups instead of using automationEarnings and WorkflowQ: What is your current Fiverr income?Filip: Right now, we average $12K–13K/month. We focus on high-ticket work—each project is usually $1K to $5K. We take on about 5–6 clients per month.Client CollaborationQ: How do clients respond to working with your team?Filip: Most still message me directly