Operations, Research & Outreach

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TYPE OF WORK

Part Time

SALARY

$3.00

HOURS PER WEEK

10

DATE UPDATED

Aug 27, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dependable, organized, and resourceful Virtual Assistant to provide ongoing support to a growing U.S.-based business operation.

This is a flexible support position for someone who enjoys research, organization, communication, and helping projects move from assignment to completion.
Schedule & Compensation
Starting Schedule: 8 hours per week
Starting Compensation: $3.00 USD per hour
Starting Weekly Compensation: $24.00 USD

Additional hours and responsibilities may become available based on performance, reliability, workload, and business needs.
The specific work schedule will be established before the assignment begins.

Initial Responsibilities
Assignments may include:
• Online research and lead generation
• Finding and verifying business contact information
• Organizing names, phone numbers, emails, websites, and contact records
• Venue and business research
• Preparing outreach/contact lists
• Sending approved outreach materials through authorized systems
• Musician and talent research
• Social media research
• Spreadsheet and data organization
• Project and task updates
• Follow-up tracking
Responsibilities may change as business priorities change.

Required Qualifications

You should:
• Write and communicate clearly in English
• Be dependable and responsive
• Have reliable internet access
• Follow written instructions carefully
• Pay close attention to detail
• Be comfortable with Google Docs/Sheets or Microsoft Word/Excel
• Be able to perform online research independently
• Organize information accurately
• Be willing to learn new software and systems
• Work without constant supervision
• Ask questions when clarification is genuinely needed
• Be comfortable with changing priorities

Experience with Canva, ChatGPT/AI tools, social media, CRM systems, or website editors is helpful but not required.

The Best Person for what we want

Someone who demonstrates:
Follow-Through, Organization, Initiative, Communication, Accuracy, Resourcefulness
You are not expected to know everything. However, if you encounter a problem, we expect you to investigate, think through reasonable solutions, communicate clearly and continue moving the assignment forward whenever possible.

How to Apply

Please provide:
1. Your name and location.
2. A brief introduction.
3. Your previous VA/administrative experience.
4. Software and platforms you know how to use.
5. Your current weekly availability.
6. Confirmation that you can commit to 8 hours per week at $3.00 USD/hour.
7. A short voice recording introducing yourself & explaining why you would be good fit.

Attention to Detail Question
At the end of your application, answer:
You are assigned to find 25 qualified business contacts. Your usual research method only produces 17 verified contacts, and you still have time remaining in your shift.
What would you do next? Please explain the steps you would take before reporting that the assignment could not be completed.

Selection Process
Application Review - Short Interview - Paid Trial Assignment - Initial Work Period
Strong performance may lead to additional assignments, hours, and responsibilities.

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