# Hire a Virtual Assistant — Browse the Orca Directory

> Orca is a direct virtual assistant marketplace. Clients browse vetted VA profiles with transparent rates, message any VA free, and pay directly with zero platform commission. VAs keep 100% of earnings.

Canonical URL: https://www.orcarw.com/virtual-assistants

## Directory-first hiring

- Filter by skill, rate, language, timezone, and availability
- Message any VA directly after a free account signup
- No bidding, proposals, or platform commission on VA rates

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does a virtual assistant cost?

Virtual assistant rates on Orca typically range from $10–$50/hour depending on skills, experience, and location. You can filter by rate range before messaging anyone, and there are no platform fees — you pay your VA directly.

### How do I hire a virtual assistant online?

On Orca, you browse profiles with real rates and availability, message a VA directly, agree on scope, and start delegating — no bidding, no agencies, no placement fees. Most clients send their first message within minutes of signing up.

### What tasks can a virtual assistant help with?

Orca VAs specialise in email and calendar management, customer support, bookkeeping, social media, research, data entry, content writing, CRM management, and more. Filter profiles by category to find the right match.

### Is it safe to hire a virtual assistant on Orca?

Yes. Orca verifies VA profiles and shows transparent track records. All communication is through the platform, and VAs are rated by clients. You can review a VA's full profile, skills, and availability before sending a single message.

### 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.