A Look Back at NOVA in 2025

2025 was a year shaped by momentum. Not just in numbers, but in real work moving through the platform, real connections being made, and real money flowing to creatives across disciplines.

What makes these milestones meaningful is not scale alone, but participation. Every job posted, every project launched, every message sent reflects people choosing to build with one another. That collective activity is what defines NOVA more than any single feature or update.

Below is a snapshot of what the community made possible this year.

 

The Numbers That Defined the Year

27,000 jobs posted

Each listing represents an idea in motion. From short-term freelance roles to longer collaborations, these jobs reflect the range of work happening across creative industries right now.

177,000 projects posted

Projects are where intent turns into action. This volume signals not just demand, but trust in the platform as a place to initiate work.

$80,000,000 connected to creatives

This number reflects opportunity translating into real compensation. It represents brands investing in creative labor and creatives being paid for their work.

500,000 connections made

Behind every connection is a conversation, a pitch, or the start of a relationship. These interactions are the foundation of long-term collaboration.

 

What These Numbers Actually Mean

Metrics are only useful when they reflect real outcomes. In this case, they point to a growing ecosystem where creatives and companies are finding each other faster, working together more efficiently, and building projects that move culture forward.

The activity across the platform in 2025 shows a shift toward more direct, transparent collaboration. Less friction. More alignment.

 

Looking Ahead

The momentum from this year is setting the foundation for what comes next. New tools, expanded features, and deeper support systems are already in motion, shaped by how the community is using NOVA in real time.

None of this happens without the people posting jobs, applying to roles, hiring collaborators, and showing up consistently. 2025 was built collectively, and what’s ahead builds on that same energy.

Thank you for being part of it.