Research Analyst - Acquisition Target Lists & Market Mapping (Marketing/Advertising Agency Specialist) About the role: We are a buy-side M&A and corporate development firm focused on the digital marketing, advertising, media, creative, design, PR/communications, and tech-enabled services sectors. We build and maintain detailed lists of potential acquisition targets, and we're looking for an experienced research specialist to own that process with us on an ongoing basis. This is detail-driven, judgment-heavy research work. You won't just be scraping names - you'll be identifying the right companies, confirming they fit the criteria for different mandates, and finding the specific person we need to reach. Accuracy and sound reasoning matter far more than volume. What you'll do: - Build targeted lists of companies within defined segments of the marketing, advertising, media, creative, and agency landscape (e.g., performance marketing agencies, branding/design studios, PR firms, digital product shops, marketing tech-enabled services providers). - Correctly classify agencies by type, service offering, and specialization - and know the difference between, say, a full-service agency, a media buying shop, a creative boutique, and a martech services provider. - Perform qualitative research to confirm key company details: services, positioning, approximate size/headcount, ownership status, and other fit indicators we'll define together. - Identify the founder, CEO, or the actual decision-maker for each target. - Find accurate, verified contact information for that person (email and, where relevant, LinkedIn/phone). - Conduct market mapping: organizing segments, surfacing adjacent players, and giving us a clear picture of a landscape and who the notable companies within it are. - Keep everything organized cleanly in spreadsheets (Google Sheets/Excel) or upload directly to HubSpot. You're a strong fit if you have: - Demonstrable experience with M&A/corporate development research, sales/lead-generation research, list-building, or competitive/market intelligence - this is not an entry-level posting. - A real understanding of the marketing and advertising agency world, or the ability to show you can quickly get up to speed on how these businesses are categorized and how they differ. - Sharp research instincts: you know how to triangulate details across sources and how to tell a reliable signal from noise. - Fluency with the tools of the trade - LinkedIn (Sales Navigator a plus), company databases, and email-finding/verification tools (e.g., Apollo, Hunter, Clay, ZoomInfo, or similar). - Excellent written English and meticulous attention to detail and data hygiene. - Reliability and clear communication; you flag uncertainty rather than guessing. Nice to have: - Prior experience researching within marketing, advertising, media, or professional/tech-enabled services specifically. - Experience supporting a deal team, corp dev function, or investment/advisory firm. - Comfort designing a repeatable research workflow we can scale over time. Engagement: This is intended to start as a project to ensure we work well together and then, ideally, become an ongoing role with steady, recurring work. We haven't fixed a rate yet - please propose your hourly rate based on your experience, and tell us your typical availability per week. Strong performers will have consistent, long-term work with us. To apply, please include: - A short note on your relevant experience building target/prospect lists or doing M&A/market research - ideally in or near the marketing/agency space specifically. - An example (anonymized is fine) of a list, market map, or research deliverable you've produced, and a brief description of your process for finding and verifying decision-maker contact info. - Which research and contact-finding tools you rely on and have access to. We review every application that follows these steps and will move quickly with candidates who are a strong fit.

We are seeking a detail-oriented freelancer to take existing content and enter it into a platform to develop an employee onboarding training program. The ideal candidate will have experience with content entry and training program development, ensuring the content is organized and accessible. Familiarity with specific platforms or tools for training programs is a plus.

Invitation Homes Group is seeking a reliable and motivated Entry-Level Dashboard Assistant to join our remote team. This position is ideal for individuals with limited professional experience who are eager to learn, develop new skills, and gain practical experience in administrative support and digital operations. Responsibilities include updating dashboards, organizing records, entering customer and project information, documenting payment details, and assisting with basic customer service tasks using provided instructions. No previous experience is required, as training and ongoing support will be provided. We are looking for dependable, detail-oriented candidates who are comfortable using computer systems and can work independently while maintaining accuracy. Depending on assigned responsibilities, candidates may be required to complete a temporary real estate management authorization process as part of onboarding, with guidance provided throughout the process and any approved costs handled through the Upwork platform upon successful completion.

I need someone to put in edits in five reflowable EPUBS. They were made in IngramSpark's bookbuilder program and now I need those EPUBS to be updated. The task involves updating existing EPUBs, which suggests a need for attention to detail and familiarity with EPUB standards.

Need an experienced Excel developer to redesign a multi-sheet commercial estimating workbook for a construction/manufacturing business. The existing workbook is somewhat functional but has become very difficult to maintain. Looking for a clean, robust redesign with protected formulas and simplified data flow.

We are seeking a reliable individual to welcome and onboard new students into our tech programs on a weekly basis. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be able to provide a warm and informative introduction to our programs. This is a recurring task that requires attention to detail and a friendly demeanor.

Author, life coach, and CEO of small non-profit looking for a virtual assistant. Ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running on the following initial projects (a) run an email campaign to promote the non-profit (b) compile, type, and edit rough drafts of books, and (c) provide general administrative assistance. Good communication skills and excellent English spelling and grammar skills are a must. If the candidate is productive and aligns well with my needs and goals, we'd like to contract for a few hours per week long term.

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We are looking for a Lead Generation Specialist to build clean, accurate prospect lists using RocketReach, Apollo, and Clay. Key Responsibilities: Source and enrich targeted prospect data Build export-ready contact lists based on specific criteria Ensure all data is verified, formatted correctly, and deduplicated Requirements: Proven list-building experience Hands-on proficiency with Apollo, RocketReach, and Clay Exceptional attention to detail To Apply: Share a face to video loom talking about brief summary of your experience with these tools. You can record with pone or laptop using loom.com

Appointment Setter — Cold Calling Truck Dealerships (Tampa Bay company, remote) Hey I’m Dillon. I own Black Crown Diesel, a mobile truck and SUV accessory install company in Tampa Bay. We show up at the dealership and install running boards, tonneau covers, and hitches right on their lot, so they don’t lose a truck for two days sending it to a shop. I’m good at the install side. I’m not good on the phone. That’s why this job exists. What you’d do: • Call independent used car lots, truck dealers, and contractors around Tampa Bay • Get past the front desk to the used car manager, GM, or owner • Book me a meeting. A day, a time, and a name — that’s what counts as a win • Build out the call list as you go (I’ve got about 46 to start; I’d want you sourcing more) • Log your calls so I can see what’s working What I give you: • A call script that’s already written and reworked — you’re not starting cold • A dedicated business line, so callbacks come to you instead of my cell • Rate sheet and answers to anything they’ll throw at you • I take every meeting and do every close. You never have to sell anything Being straight with you: this is a new business. I launched in April and I’m still landing the first dealership account. There’s real risk here and I’d rather say it now than have you find out in week three. What I can tell you is I answer my phone, I pay on time, and I won’t disappear on you. Pay: $14-$20/hr for about 20-25 hours a week, plus $25 for every meeting you book that I show up to, and $150 when one turns into an account. Paid biweekly.