# Virtual Assistant Services — What Can a VA Do?

Canonical URL: https://www.orcarw.com/virtual-assistant-services

## Service categories on Orca

- Email and calendar management
- Customer support (Zendesk, Freshdesk, live chat)
- Operations and admin
- Social media and content
- Research and data
- Bookkeeping and finance admin

## Hiring FAQs

### How quickly can I hire a virtual assistant?

Most clients on Orca message a VA and get a response the same day. Because there's no bidding process, you can go from browsing to your first task delegated in under 24 hours.

### How much does it cost to hire a virtual assistant?

VA rates on Orca range from $10–$50/hour depending on skills, experience, and location. There are no platform fees or commissions — you pay your VA directly at the rate you both agree on.

### Do I need to create an account to browse VAs?

No. You can browse all VA profiles, see rates, skills, and availability without signing up. You'll only need an account when you're ready to message a VA.

### Do I need to post a job or wait for proposals?

No. Orca is directory-first, not a bidding marketplace. You browse live profiles, compare fit and rate up front, and message the VA you want to speak with directly.