- Hourly: $30.00 - $50.00
- Intermediate
- Est. time: 1 to 3 months, Less than 30 hrs/week
About Us We are a startup media platform rooted in human dignity, authenticity, and the belief that thoughtful storytelling creates a more connected society. We elevate the real experiences of immigrants and the communities around them because when people encounter honest human stories, perspectives shift, empathy grows, and meaningful change becomes possible. About the Role We are looking for an exceptional creative leader to help define and bring our visual identity to life. Working closely with the Founder, you will translate our brand strategy and editorial vision into a distinctive creative expression across photography, video, audio, design, and social media. You will help establish the creative standards, visual language, and overall look and feel that will define the brand. You’ll shape the creative vision while also directing and producing work that is thoughtful, credible, beautiful, and unmistakably our own. What You'll Do - Lead the creative vision and visual identity for our brand. - Plan and direct photo and video content, often collaborating with writers, storytellers, photographers, videographers, editors, and leadership. - Create, edit, or oversee compelling short-form content for digital platforms. - Build templates, standards, and creative processes that can scale as we grow. - Identify opportunities to make the brand more distinctive, relevant, and impactful. - Help establish our brand as a trusted and recognizable voice in modern storytelling. What You Bring - Experience bringing a brand vision to life across multiple channels. - Experience collaborating with a diverse team to shape creative work. - Exceptional creative vision and strong visual taste. - Comfort working independently in a startup environment with evolving priorities. - Strong judgment, organization, attention to detail, and follow-through. - Entrepreneurial spirit and excitement about building something from the ground up. - Passion for meaningful storytelling and work that creates positive impact. - Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Canva, Figma, or similar creative tools is strongly preferred. - Photography, videography, & video editing experience are highly desirable. Who This Role Is Perfect For This role is ideal for someone equally comfortable developing creative strategy, directing visual storytelling, and rolling up their sleeves to produce exceptional content. Creative directors, brand builders, filmmakers or visual storytellers, agency creatives, or artistic entrepreneurs looking for impactful, mission-driven work Logistics - Part-time, independent contractor role with a flexible schedule - Hybrid position based in the Washington, DC metro area - Ability to travel occasionally throughout the DMV, particularly Arlington & Alexandria
- Hourly: $10.00 - $50.00
- Intermediate
- Est. time: 1 to 3 months, Less than 30 hrs/week
We are seeking a motivated sales agent to represent Ziplyne in Chicago. The ideal candidate will be responsible for engaging with potential clients, showcasing our company’s offerings, and driving lead generation. Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for networking are essential. Familiarity with the local market and prior experience in sales or event promotion will be a significant advantage. If you are ready to take on a dynamic role and contribute to our growth, we want to hear from you!
- Hourly
- Intermediate
- Est. time: More than 6 months, Less than 30 hrs/week
Responsibilities for the Insurance Sales Representative: • Create insurance quotes, make sales presentations, and close sales • Establish client relationships and follow up with clients • Provide prompt, accurate, and friendly client support • Maintain a strong work ethic with a total commitment to success each and every day • Develop new financial service opportunities with both existing and new clients
- Hourly: $10.00 - $30.00
- Expert
- Est. time: 3 to 6 months, 30+ hrs/week
Job Description We are a residential construction and development company based in Houston, Texas, looking for an experienced Construction Estimator and Procurement Coordinator to manage subcontractor and supplier bidding for our projects. This position is not limited to preparing takeoffs. The selected candidate will be responsible for sending RFQs, communicating with vendors, following up consistently, collecting proposals, reviewing pricing, and organizing bid comparisons. Responsibilities Review architectural, structural, civil, and MEP plans Prepare scopes of work and RFQ packages by trade Identify qualified subcontractors and material suppliers Send RFQs by email and through vendor portals Follow up by email and phone until proposals are received Answer vendor questions and coordinate plan clarifications Maintain an organized bidder list and bid-status tracker Collect and organize all proposals, quotes, and supporting documents Review bids for missing scope, exclusions, allowances, and inconsistencies Prepare bid comparison sheets in Excel or Google Sheets Compare labor, material, equipment, and turnkey pricing Request revised pricing and negotiate clarifications when needed Confirm that bids are based on the latest plans and specifications Provide regular updates showing: RFQs sent Vendors contacted Responses received Follow-ups required Outstanding bids Recommended bidders Typical Trades Surveying and geotechnical services Demolition and sitework Grading, drainage, and utilities Concrete and foundations Framing and lumber Roofing Windows and exterior doors Stucco, brick, and siding Plumbing Electrical HVAC Insulation and drywall Cabinets and countertops Flooring and tile Painting Landscaping and fencing Requirements Experience in U.S. residential construction estimating or procurement Strong knowledge of construction plans and scopes of work Proven experience sending RFQs and obtaining subcontractor bids Comfortable communicating with U.S.-based contractors and suppliers Strong follow-up skills and persistence Excellent written and spoken English Proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets Experience with Bluebeam, PlanSwift, STACK, BuildingConnected, Procore, or similar software is preferred Familiarity with Houston or Texas construction is a plus Must be organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple trades simultaneously Important ****This is a hands-on position. We are looking for someone who will actively contact vendors and follow up until competitive and complete proposals are received—not someone who only prepares takeoffs.****
- Hourly: $20.00 - $40.00
- Expert
- Est. time: More than 6 months, Less than 30 hrs/week
Seeking an experienced executive assistant to support my real estate portfolio and development projects. Responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating travel, ensuring smooth project execution and also assist my role as executive producer in a film.The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in real estate management.
- Hourly
- Intermediate
- Est. time: More than 6 months, Less than 30 hrs/week
Join Black Swan Talent as a B2B Account Executive and play a key role in helping grow an ambitious recruiting and talent acquisition firm. You'll identify new business opportunities, build lasting client relationships, and help companies hire exceptional talent. This is a remote contract opportunity with the potential to transition into a full-time role for the right candidate, giving you the chance to work closely with leadership and make a meaningful impact as our company continues to grow.
- Hourly: $40.00 - $50.00
- Expert
- Est. time: More than 6 months, 30+ hrs/week
Director of Operations & Integrator For Speak Your Way To Cash® Mission of the Role: The Director of Operations & Chief of Staff is responsible for turning Ashley Kirkwood's vision into execution. This person owns the systems, people, projects, accountability, reporting, launches, events, implementation, and operational excellence of the company. Their primary responsibility is to remove Ashley from day-to-day operations so she can focus on revenue generation, thought leadership, speaking, sales, strategic partnerships, media, and company growth. If Ashley is regularly assigning tasks, following up with team members, managing projects, creating project plans, solving operational problems, chasing updates, or acting as the project manager, this role is not succeeding. This role is equal parts operator, implementer, systems architect, project manager, people leader, and business builder. The right candidate can confidently run the company for 30 days without Ashley's involvement. Key Outcomes Success in this role means: * Ashley spends less than 10% of her time managing operations. * Every team member knows what to do without asking Ashley. * Every launch, event, and initiative has a documented plan and owner. * Systems are documented, followed, and continuously improved. * Team members are accountable for results. * The company operates smoothly even when Ashley is unavailable. * Revenue goals are achieved through operational excellence. * Company costs are continuously optimized. * Ashley receives dashboards, insights, and recommendations rather than problems. First 14-Day Success Plan Days 1-3: CEO Extraction Your first responsibility is extracting knowledge from Ashley. You will conduct extensive interviews with Ashley to understand: * Vision * Company goals * Revenue targets * Programs * Events * Marketing strategy * Sales process * Team structure * Existing systems * Existing bottlenecks * Repetitive issues * Current workflows * Decision-making process * Areas where Ashley is still the bottleneck Your job is to get everything out of Ashley's head and into documented systems. Days 4-7: Business Audit You will perform a complete operational audit. Review: * Team structure * Roles and responsibilities * Software subscriptions * Recurring expenses * Contractors * Vendors * Marketing systems * Sales systems * Customer success systems * Project management systems * Event systems * Reporting systems Identify: * Waste * Duplicate software * Unnecessary expenses * Inefficiencies * Missing processes * Automation opportunities * Team gaps Deliver a written audit report with recommendations. Days 8-14: System Buildout Develop and begin implementing systems for: * Team communication * Daily accountability * Weekly planning * Launch management * Event management * Marketing execution * Sales follow-up * Hiring * Onboarding * Customer success * KPI tracking * Financial reporting * Project management * SOP management * Executive reporting Create compliance mechanisms to ensure systems are actually followed. Required Deliverables by Day 14 * CEO Extraction Report * Team Accountability Map * Operations Audit * Cost Reduction Report * Systems Audit * 90-Day Operations Plan * Company KPI Dashboard * System Compliance Plan Daily Responsibilities Team Leadership * Lead daily team accountability. * Remove blockers. * Monitor priorities. * Ensure deadlines are met. * Coach and develop team members. * Address performance issues immediately. Project Management * Oversee all active projects. * Ensure projects remain on schedule. * Assign owners. * Track progress. * Escalate risks proactively. CEO Support * Protect Ashley's calendar. * Filter requests. * Prioritize opportunities. * Ensure Ashley is focused on high-value activities only. Systems Management * Improve operational systems. * Create new systems when needed. * Document processes. * Train team members. * Monitor compliance. Launch Oversight Monitor: * Registrations * Applications * Show rates * Conversion rates * Revenue * Email performance * SMS performance * Ad performance Take corrective action when needed. Event Oversight Monitor: * Venues * Hotels * Speakers * Sponsors * Production * Logistics * Attendee experience Ensure flawless execution. Financial Stewardship Monitor: * Revenue * Expenses * Cash flow * Subscription costs * Contractor costs * Vendor agreements Continuously improve profitability. Weekly Responsibilities Executive Leadership Meeting Lead weekly leadership meetings. Review: * Revenue * Sales * Marketing * Events * Operations * Team performance * Risks * Opportunities Present recommendations. Team Accountability Conduct one-on-one meetings. Review KPIs. Provide coaching. Create performance improvement plans when needed. Hiring and Recruiting Recruit top talent. Interview candidates. Manage onboarding. Develop succession plans. Dashboard Reporting Provide Ashley with a single dashboard showing: * Revenue * Pipeline * Event registrations * Lead generation * Marketing performance * Sales performance * Team performance Monthly Responsibilities Strategic Planning Review company goals. Assess progress. Recommend adjustments. Prioritize initiatives. Systems Audit Review all company systems. Identify bottlenecks. Improve efficiency. Increase automation. Cost Reduction Audit Review all recurring expenses. Identify opportunities to: * Cancel * Consolidate * Renegotiate * Automate Maintain operational efficiency while reducing unnecessary spending. Team Performance Review Evaluate every team member. Assess: * Performance * Productivity * Accountability * Alignment Make recommendations regarding staffing. Capacity Planning Forecast: * Team capacity * Event capacity * Revenue capacity * Operational needs System Ownership & Compliance This role owns all company systems. Responsibilities include: * Building systems * Documenting systems * Training team members * Monitoring compliance * Improving systems * Auditing systems You are not finished when a system is created. You are finished when the system is consistently followed. You will establish: * SOP libraries * Checklists * Training documentation * Accountability structures * KPI tracking * Compliance reviews Every major business function must have a documented and enforceable process. Required Experience * 7+ years leading operations in a coaching, consulting, events, education, or high-growth business. * Proven experience managing launches generating six and seven figures. * Proven experience leading remote teams. * Proven experience creating and implementing operational systems. * Strong project management experience. * Strong financial and operational reporting experience. * Experience with AI tools, automation, and business systems. Ideal Candidate You are a builder. You create order from chaos. You love systems. You love accountability. You ask hard questions. You solve problems before they become emergencies. You are comfortable holding high performers accountable. You are obsessed with execution. You know how to turn vision into reality. Most importantly, you can take what is inside a founder's head and build a company that runs without them.
- Hourly: $50.00 - $80.00
- Intermediate
- Est. time: 1 to 3 months, Less than 30 hrs/week
We are seeking a healthcare or biotechnology professional—ideally a business owner, consultant, researcher, clinician, or team leader—to mentor a group of high school students as they work on a real project for your organization. Students will spend four weeks tackling a business challenge, initiative, or project that you'd like completed but haven't had the bandwidth to prioritize. The goal is to provide your organization with fresh perspectives, research, analysis, and actionable recommendations while giving students exposure to real-world healthcare and life sciences challenges. This is a low-lift opportunity designed for busy professionals. The Work-Based Learning Alliance (WBLA) manages the entire student experience, including project scoping, internship structure, meeting agendas, milestones, student support, and stipend payment. Your role is simply to share your expertise, meet with students for one hour each Monday via Zoom (between either 9:30am–12:30pm ET or 3:30pm–6:30pm ET), and provide feedback on weekly deliverables. Total time commitment is approximately 2–3 hours per week over four weeks commencing June 29. Professionals who are excited to develop future talent while receiving meaningful insights and deliverables for their organization are encouraged to apply. Projects could include: -Market research on healthcare, biotech, medtech, or life sciences trends -Competitive analysis of products, services, or treatment solutions -Process improvement and implementation planning for clinical, operational, or research workflows -Patient, customer, or stakeholder journey analysis -Research into emerging technologies, regulations, or industry best practices -Marketing and communications assets for products, services, or programs Key skills include: -Knowledge of healthcare, biotechnology, life sciences, medtech, or related industries -Ability to mentor and provide constructive feedback -Strong communication and interpersonal skills -Experience leading projects, teams, programs, research, or business initiatives
- Hourly
- Expert
- Est. time: More than 6 months, 30+ hrs/week
Hey, I’m looking for a highly capable, well spoken assistant to support me with day-to-day tasks and grow alongside me long-term. This role is best suited for someone who genuinely enjoys supportive positions and is fully committed, meaning you’re open to working long hours daily without juggling other jobs. Key responsibilities include: + Solving problems and finding answers independently + Conducting thorough research on any topic + Assisting with hiring and firing + Managing a small team + Proofreading and identifying mistakes in videos and scripts + Generating ideas and solutions + Helping with purchasing and shopping tasks + Learning quickly and handling feedback well The goal is to hire you full-time, long term. Your salary will increase over time as you improve and take on more responsibility. This role is for someone who thrives in a supportive, behind-the-scenes position. If this sounds like you, include the word “right-hand” in your application.
- Hourly: $20.00 - $30.00
- Intermediate
- Est. time: More than 6 months, Less than 30 hrs/week
I'm a psychologist and practice owner in central NJ looking for a reliable, sharp, US-based virtual executive assistant for approximately 10 hours per week. I need someone who is proactive, warm, and professional - someone who sees what needs to be done and handles it without being asked twice. What you'll do: Manage my calendar and keep it accurate and conflict-free Track pending items and follow up proactively so nothing falls through the cracks Make and receive phone calls on my behalf - vendors, schedulers, and contacts as needed Manage email correspondence and flag what needs my attention Support logistics for training events and professional engagements Help manage and post content across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn Create and edit graphics and presentations using Canva and Google Slides Set up and manage Asana for tracking open items General personal and professional support as needed You're a great fit if you are polished and professional on the phone, proactive rather than reactive, responsive via email and text, and comfortable with Gmail, Google Calendar, Canva, and social media. US-based only. Please tell me specifically how you handle making calls on behalf of a client and share samples of any relevant work (social media, Canva, slides, etc.). Generic proposals will not be considered.