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Find an executive assistant who can own your inbox, calendar, travel, and founder communications. Orca is directory-first — browse structured profiles, compare rates upfront, and message the EA you want to hire.
- Calendar, inbox, and meeting prep specialists
- Rates typically $15–$40/hr shown on profiles
- No bidding or proposal queues
- Optional $30 trial before a retainer
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Typical EA rates: $15–$40/hr · No Orca commission
Common tasks to delegate
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Ma B.
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Drafting repliesFollow-up sequencesTime-zone handlingPhilippines · English
20 hrs/week · $8–12/hr
Jovelle M.
Jovelle — Empathetic and highly communicative Customer Support & Appointment Setter with 6 years of experience providing exceptional support across voice, chat,
Email triageDrafting repliesFollow-up sequences7+ years · Philippines · English
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Shaun B.
Confident and tech-savvy Real Estate graduate with hands-on experience supporting property sales and virtual office operations. Skilled in CRM tools, social med
Calendar ManagementInbox ManagementSocial media management1+ years · Philippines · English
20 hrs/week · £10/hr
Ariel M.
30+ Yr VA Pro: Inbox Zero, CRM Magic, Social Growth & Ops for Solos, Ecom & Coaches
Email triageDrafting repliesFollow-up sequences30+ years · United States · English
40 hrs/week · $25-35
Laura A.
Operations & Service Coordinator | High-Volume Scheduling, CRM & Workflow Management
Email triageDrafting repliesFollow-up sequences9+ years · United States · English
30 hrs/week · 20
Cassandra Q.
Calendar and meeting coordinator handling all time zones
Calendar managementMeeting coordinationTime-zone handlingPhilippines · English
10 hrs/week · $12–18/hr
FAQ
What does an executive assistant cost on Orca?
Most executive assistants on Orca charge $15–$40/hour depending on experience, timezone overlap, and scope. Rates are visible on each profile before you message.
What tasks should I delegate to an EA first?
Most founders start with inbox triage, calendar management, meeting prep, and travel coordination. Structured profiles make it easy to find EAs who already list those outcomes.
How fast can I hire an executive assistant?
Most clients message an EA and get a reply the same day. Because Orca is not a bidding marketplace, you can shortlist and start delegating within 24 hours.
Do I need to post a job?
No. Browse live EA profiles, send a structured inquiry with hours and timeline, and agree on scope directly with your assistant.
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