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Emmanuelle A.

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

$7/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Real Estate Virtual Assistant | Transaction Coordinator | CRM Management | Lead Generation | Property Manager | I help real estate agents and investors close more deals and save 10+ hours/week by managing CRM, leads, listings, and transactions efficiently. I handle everything from transaction coordination, CRM management, lead generation, appointment setting, property management, social media expert, customer support, and real estate media quality control. MY CORE SERVICES: ➙Transaction Coordination: Handle contracts, escrow, deadlines, MLS listing updates, and closing details so nothing slips through the cracks. ➙CRM Management: Maintain and optimize HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho CRM, Follow-Up Boss, Podio, and automate follow-ups for consistent lead nurturing. ➙Listing Management – Upload, update and maintain property listings across platforms ➙Lead Generation & Cold Calling: Source FSBOs, expired listings, pre-foreclosures, airbnb arbitrage and other motivated sellers. Run cold calling campaigns, schedule appointments, and grow your pipeline. ➙Appointment Setting & Calendar Management: Book showings, client calls, and meetings with buyers, sellers, lenders, and tenants. ➙Property Management Support: Coordinate tenant communications, rent collection and maintenance requests ➙Customer Support: Respond to inquiries, send updates, and maintain top-notch client relations. ➙Real Estate Media Quality Control: Enhance property photos to boost listing views and attract buyers. Tools & Metrics I Use: CRMs & Platforms: Follow-Up Boss, HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho CRM, Guesty, Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop Task & Communication: Trello, Asana, Monday, Calendly, Slack, Google Workspace Follow-Up: Twilio, Aircall, Intercom KPIs & Reporting: Track lead conversion, response times, pipeline velocity, and CRM data accuracy to deliver measurable results. Proven Results: ✅Increased lead conversion by 30%+ via structured lead generation and cold calling workflows ✅Reduced admin workload by 50%, allowing clients to focus on revenue-generating tasks ✅Maintained 99%+ CRM data quality, ensuring clean pipelines and better insights I’m a proactive, detail-oriented real estate virtual assistant ready to manage your backend operations, generate qualified leads, coordinate transactions, and streamline your CRM. Invite me to your job or send a quick message to streamline your real estate operations, generate qualified leads, and handle all transaction coordination and CRM management for you.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Executive Support
  • Real Estate Virtual Assistance
  • Calendar Management
  • Social Media Management
  • Data Entry
  • CRM Software
  • Lead Generation
  • Customer Support
  • Email Management
  • Real Estate
  • List Building
  • Cold Calling
  • Property Management
Gloria V.

Enugu, Nigeria

$10/hr
5.0
5 jobs

The best Executive Assistant support is the work you stop having to think about. Calendar conflicts are handled. Meetings are coordinated. Travel is planned. Follow-ups happen before they become overdue. Projects keep moving, reports are prepared, and your inbox stays organized without becoming another task on your list. Hello, I’m Gloria, a Top Rated Executive Assistant with a 100% Job Success Score and over three years of experience providing executive support, calendar management, inbox and email management, scheduling, travel coordination, project coordination, administrative support, and business operations assistance to founders, CEOs, and growing teams. I help founders and CEOs stay focused on higher-value work by managing executive priorities, creating organized systems, and keeping day-to-day operations moving without constant oversight One client came to me with more than 1,400 unread emails and no clear system for managing priorities and follow-ups. Within one week, the inbox was organized, urgent messages were clearly identified, and a follow-up workflow was created so important conversations no longer slipped through the cracks. That is the kind of support I enjoy providing: turning scattered tasks into organized systems that improve accountability, streamline workflows, strengthen business operations, and give executives greater clarity and control. Here is what that has looked like in practice: ✔ Built SOPs, workflow trackers, dashboards, and executive operations systems that improved visibility, strengthened accountability, and kept projects moving on schedule. ✔ Supported a Director of Operations by managing administrative workflows, documentation, reports, recurring priorities, vendor communication, and operational projects in a fast-paced healthcare environment. ✔ Managed executive calendars, coordinated meetings across multiple time zones, arranged travel, tracked action items and follow-ups, and ensured executive priorities and deadlines stayed on track ✔ Supported sales teams across multiple businesses by maintaining CRM records, preparing and sending invoices, tracking client information, and ensuring no customer or sales opportunity was overlooked. ✔ Served as Production Manager for an international investment publication, coordinating writers, editors, designers, production timelines, stakeholder communication, and final delivery. ✔ Built executive operating systems in Notion, Airtable, ClickUp, Asana, Trello, and Monday .com to improve project management, documentation, accountability, and operational visibility. Here is what clients have said after working with me: “Gloria expertly managed my calendar, inbox, and travel arrangements, allowing me to focus on high-level strategy.” “Very detail-oriented, fast, competent, gets all tasks done ahead of schedule.” What it's like working with me My goal isn't simply to complete tasks. It's to become the person you don't have to think about. I don't wait for problems to become urgent. I follow up before deadlines are missed, organize priorities before they become overwhelming, and keep projects moving so you don't have to remember every next step. Once I understand how you like to work, I take ownership, communicate proactively, ask thoughtful questions when something isn't clear, and create the structure that lets you focus on leading your business rather than managing the details. Here is how I can support you ✔ Executive, Founder & CEO Support ✔ Administrative Support ✔ Executive Operations ✔ Inbox and Email Management ✔ Calendar Management and Scheduling ✔ Meeting Coordination and Action Tracking ✔ Travel Planning and Itinerary Management ✔ CRM Management and Client Follow-Ups ✔ Project and Deadline Coordination ✔ Stakeholder and Vendor Communication ✔ Workflow Optimization ✔ SOP Creation and Process Documentation ✔ Research, Reporting, and Data Management ✔ File and Document Organization ✔ Invoicing and Payment Tracking Support Tools I work with Every business has its own systems. I adapt quickly to the tools my clients already use and focus on applying them to improve organization, communication, and execution. Workspace and Communication Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Slack, Zoom, Calendly, Loom Project and Operations Management Asana, ClickUp, Trello, Monday .com, Notion, Airtable CRM and Client Management HubSpot, Zoho CRM, GoHighLevel, Close CRM Automation and Productivity Zapier, Make, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity Top Rated on Upwork | 100% Job Success | Proactive, reliable, organized, and committed to excellent follow-through. If you're looking for an Executive Assistant who thinks ahead, communicates proactively, and creates the structure that helps your business run smoothly, I'd love the opportunity to support you. I would be happy to schedule a brief call to understand your current challenges and discuss where I can provide the most immediate support. Gloria V. Pronounced: Glow-ree-ah

  • Calendar Management
  • Executive Support
  • Administrative Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Email Management
  • Scheduling
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office
  • Client Management
  • Project Management
  • Task Coordination
  • Process Improvement
  • Travel Planning
  • HubSpot
  • Email Communication
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Business Operations
  • Meeting Scheduling
  • Meeting Summary
  • Data Entry
Cynthia C.

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

$10/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Running a business is demanding. The last thing you need is to spend hours managing emails, coordinating schedules, updating spreadsheets, following up with clients, or organizing projects. That’s where I come in. I’m an Executive Assistant who helps founders, executives, and growing businesses stay organized, protect their time, and keep operations running smoothly. I combine strong administrative skills with modern AI tools to complete work efficiently while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. Here’s how I can support you: ✔ Executive & Administrative Support • Calendar management • Email & inbox management • Travel coordination • Meeting scheduling • Meeting notes and action items ✔ Operations Support • SOP creation • Project coordination • Process improvement • Team communication • Task management ✔ AI Productivity • ChatGPT • Claude • Gemini • AI-assisted research • Document drafting • Workflow automation ✔ Tools I work with • Google Workspace • Microsoft Office • ClickUp • Asana • Trello • Notion • Slack • Zoom • Calendly • Canva • Shopify • Excel I pride myself on being proactive, organized, detail-oriented, and dependable. Whether you need a long-term Executive Assistant or reliable day-to-day administrative support, I’m ready to help you save time and focus on growing your business. Let’s discuss how I can support your business.

  • Shopify
  • Ecommerce Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Customer Support
  • ChatGPT
  • Order Processing
  • Email Support
  • Canva
  • Project Management
  • Product Research
  • Email Communication
  • Data Entry
  • Claude
  • Calendar Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Communications
  • Customer Service
  • Personal Administration
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot
Precious N.

Ilorin, Nigeria

$8/hr
5.0
4 jobs

A hospitality founder was overbooking clients and losing orders. No administrative support. No operational backbone. No executive support structure holding anything together. No customer records. No tracking system. People were showing up to fully booked slots. Orders were being missed entirely. The team had no visibility, no process documentation, no accountability system. Revenue was slipping not because the business was bad but because there was no operational support running behind the scenes. A content marketing founder had the same problem in a different industry. Deliverables were falling through. No administrative structure. No one tracking how client content was performing. No executive support to keep the team accountable. Video editors were not being assigned. Follow-ups were not going out. The CRM was a mess. Clients were leaving because there was no virtual assistant support, no operational support, no process keeping things together behind the scenes. Two different businesses. Two different industries. One root problem. No operational backbone. I came in for both. Built tracking systems. Cleaned and structured their CRM. Created SOPs and process documentation their teams could actually follow. Set up project tracking, calendar management, email management, and accountability systems. Managed their administrative support from chaos to clarity. Their businesses started running the way they were always supposed to. That is what happens when the right operational support steps into your business. I'm Precious — Executive Virtual Assistant and Operations Support Specialist providing executive support, administrative support, and operational backbone to startup founders across different industries. 100% Job Success Score on Upwork · 12+ Founders Supported · 3 Years Experience WHAT I OWN SO YOU CAN LEAD: 🔹 Executive & Administrative Support Calendar management · email management · inbox management · draft correspondence · scheduling · meeting coordination · meeting notes · action item tracking · follow-ups · executive support · personal administration · executive virtual assistant support 🔹 Operations & Project Coordination Operational support · task coordination · SOP creation · process documentation · workflow management · project tracking · accountability systems · light project management · status reporting · team follow-through · administrative operations 🔹 CRM & Lead Generation CRM updates · CRM management · lead tracking · pipeline management · LinkedIn outreach · outreach coordination · lead generation · contact database management · data entry · virtual assistant CRM support 🔹 Research & Reporting Online research · structured summaries · data compilation · spreadsheet management · report preparation · business research · competitor research · administrative reporting 🔹 Tools & Platforms Google Workspace · Microsoft Office · GoHighLevel · Notion · ClickUp · Trello · Asana · Monday · HubSpot · Airtable · Slack · Zoom · Zapier · Canva · ChatGPT · Claude · Google Sheets · Outlook · Calendly · LinkedIn WHY FOUNDERS CHOOSE ME: ✔ I don't just execute - I think ahead and bring solutions before you even see the problem ✔ I treat your business like it's my own - your deadlines are sacred, your growth is my personal mission ✔ Nothing slips. Nothing gets dropped. Nothing falls through the cracks. Every founder I have worked with started overwhelmed and ended focused, structured, and scaling. That could be you. If you are building something real and you need someone who will treat your dream like it is their own — I am that person. 👉 Send me an invite. Let's build. Operations Coordinator | Executive Virtual Assistant | Admin, CRM & Project Support

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Executive Support
  • Google Workspace
  • Microsoft Office
  • Zoho CRM
  • File Management
  • Calendar Management
  • Email Communication
  • Communications
  • Data Entry
  • Project Management
  • Scheduling
  • Calendar
  • Task Coordination
  • Business Operations
  • HighLevel
  • ClickUp
  • Notion
  • Administrative Support
  • Asana
Maria E.

SAN PEDRO LAGUNA, Philippines

$5/hr
4.9
266 jobs

"If you want to grow as an entrepreneur, you’ve got to learn to delegate." — Richard Branson We’ve all wished for more hours in a day, more days in a week—just to tick off everything on our to-do lists and handle all the unexpected tasks that pop up. But time is limited, and trying to do everything ourselves can lead to burnout. That’s where I come in. As a Virtual Assistant, I offer the same support as a traditional assistant—only in a more efficient, cost-effective, and tech-savvy way. No need for office space or daily face-to-face check-ins; we’ll connect through upwork message, email, Skype, and other digital tools. It’s simple, seamless, and convenient. Why hire a Virtual Assistant? a. Do you spend too much time managing your inbox? b. Is updating your blog or social media falling through the cracks? c. Could your time be better spent on growing your business rather than on data entry or research? d. Do you need consistent support with administrative tasks? Are you a busy entrepreneur, startup founder, or online business owner? If you answered yes to even one of these, a Virtual Assistant could be exactly what you need. I’ve been working as a VA since 2010, supporting startups, non-profits, entrepreneurs, small businesses, and currently, primarily business coaches. Over the years, I’ve developed a broad skill set, and my typical daily tasks include: a. Managing emails b. Handling social media accounts c. Scheduling blog posts and newsletters d. Messaging and following up with contacts e. Setting appointments and calls f. Data entry and research g. Customer Service h. Image Annotation Let me take these off your plate so you can focus on what truly matters—growing your business. Your success is always my success! Delivering quality services remotely! Integrity and Transparency at all times! Interested in working together? Feel free to send me a message here on Upwork. I’d love to discuss how I can support you and your business.

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data Entry
  • Lead Generation
  • Google Blogger
  • Shopify
  • Business Development
  • Data Mining
  • WordPress
  • Dropshipping
  • Business Innovation
  • Article Writing
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • CMS Product Upload
  • Project Proposal
  • Canva
  • Image Annotation
  • Nursing
  • Nursing Management
Muhammad Jawad K.

Karachi, Pakistan

$6/hr
5.0
37 jobs

I help businesses with accurate data scraping, web research, and product listing. Fast, reliable and detail-oriented, ensuring clean, organized data every time. With 8+ years of professional experience and 30+ successful Upwork jobs, I deliver high-quality results with strong client satisfaction. Skilled in Excel, Google Sheets and handling large datasets efficiently. I’m available for both short-term and long-term projects and ready to start immediately.

  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Product Listings
  • Typing
  • Online Research
  • Google Sheets
  • Product Research
  • Web Scraping
  • Data Scraping
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Copy Editing
  • Ecommerce
  • Ecommerce Product Upload

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What does an assistant editor do?

An assistant editor manages the technical and organizational backbone of film and television post-production to keep the editorial pipeline moving. This role handles the ingestion, organization, and tracking of digital assets so lead editors focus on creative storytelling rather than file management. You maintain order across pre-production through final delivery by preparing footage for review and ensuring every shot is accounted for in the database.

  • Ingest raw digital video files into the editing bay and organize them within video-editing software according to scene, take, and camera angle. You verify that all media matches the production logs and prepare proxies or transcoded files to ensure smooth playback during the editing process. This technical setup prevents workflow bottlenecks and allows the lead editor to access any clip instantly without searching through unsorted drives.
  • Track every shot and asset in a dedicated database to maintain accurate records of editorial progress throughout the project lifecycle. You update status flags as cuts change, note which takes are selected for the rough cut, and flag any missing or corrupted files for immediate replacement. This meticulous record-keeping supports the editor’s review sessions and ensures downstream departments like sound and visual effects receive the correct versions of each sequence.
  • Perform preliminary editing tasks such as assembling rough cuts, syncing audio with video, and organizing bins to support the lead editor’s creative workflow. You may also prepare export packages for director reviews, manage version control for different edits, and archive completed project files according to studio specifications. These actions reduce the administrative burden on senior staff and help maintain a consistent pace from the first assembly to the final picture lock.

How to hire an assistant editor on Upwork

Step 1: Post a job

Define the technical and organizational support your editorial team needs for pre-production through post-production. Use the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI to draft a precise description in seconds. Describe your workflow requirements in a few sentences, and Uma creates a tailored job post for the role. You can write a new post, update a saved draft, or reuse an existing post to start hiring immediately.

  • Specify responsibilities such as tracking shots in a database and loading digital video into the editing bay.
  • List required proficiency with video-editing software used to organize footage and maintain an efficient pipeline.
  • Clarify if the freelancer must perform specific editing tasks to assist the primary editor’s daily workflow.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Look for portfolios that demonstrate organized asset management and clear support of complex editorial pipelines. Uma can run instant video interviews and build shortlists with side-by-side comparisons to help you assess fit quickly.

  • Review examples of maintained shot logs or asset tracking records that supported a post-production team.
  • Check for evidence of prepared digital video files ready for review within a professional editing workflow.
  • Verify experience with specific databases or tools used to track editorial progress from ingest to final cut.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Discuss how candidates manage the flow of media and support editors during tight deadlines. Schedule and conduct interviews within Upwork Messages, which generates an immediate transcript and summary after each session.

  • Ask how they organize incoming footage to keep the editing bay efficient and error-free.
  • Discuss their method for tracking individual shots and updating status for the broader editorial team.
  • Explore their approach to troubleshooting technical issues during video ingest or file preparation.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Set clear deliverables for pipeline maintenance and shot tracking before work begins. Use Upwork Messages and the contract workroom for communication and project management, plus identity verification, payment protection, hourly tracking, and project funds for security.

  • Define milestones for organizing editorial materials and preparing specific batches of digital video.
  • Establish expectations for updating shot databases and reporting progress to the lead editor.
  • Confirm access protocols for the editing bay and any shared storage systems used for media assets.

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How much does hiring an assistant editor cost?

$500-$2,500 per project is a typical range for focused assistant editor work. Final pricing depends on scope, technical complexity, required integrations, source-material quality, revision needs, and the freelancer's experience level.

Media ingest and organization

$500-$1,200/project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Loaded digital video into the editing bay system
  • Sorted raw assets by scene or shot number
  • Aligned audio and video tracks for review

Shot tracking database setup

$1,200-$2,500/project

Mid-level
  • Created database to log every shot status
  • Applied descriptive labels to all media files
  • Compiled current editorial status for the team

Rough cut assembly support

$2,500-$4,500/project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Built initial sequence from selected takes
  • Inserted temporary titles and visual effects
  • Generated low-resolution file for director feedback

Post-production pipeline management

$4,500-$7,000/project

Senior-level
  • Defined steps for asset handoff and version control
  • Matched edited sequence to high-resolution originals
  • Separated dialogue and music stems for mixing

Final delivery preparation

$7,000-$12,000/project

Expert-level
  • Exported final video in required broadcast formats
  • Embedded subtitle files according to specification
  • Compiled all project assets for long-term storage

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring an assistant editor worth it?

For most businesses, yes: hiring an assistant editor is worthwhile. This role handles the technical organization of footage and shot tracking so your lead editor focuses on creative decisions. You gain a structured editorial pipeline without paying senior editor rates for administrative tasks.

How do I evaluate assistant editor candidates?

Evaluate candidates by reviewing their method for organizing digital assets and tracking shots in a database. Ask them to describe how they ingest video into an editing bay and maintain file structures for a multi-camera project. Strong candidates cite specific software workflows that prevent lost media during post-production.

What does an assistant editor do in post-production?

An assistant editor organizes raw footage, syncs audio, and prepares sequences for the lead editor. They maintain the project database to ensure every shot is accounted for during the review process.

Which tools do assistant editors use?

Assistant editors use video-editing software and specialized databases to manage digital video files. They operate within an editing bay environment to load footage and support the technical side of the editorial workflow.