Lead Research & Initial Outreach Virtual Assistant (Graphic Design)

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Virtual Assistant to support lead research and initial outreach for graphic design services.

Your role is limited to:

researching qualified leads

sending an approved opening message only

All follow-up, qualification, pricing, and client communication after interest is shown are handled internally.

This is a long-term opportunity for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Research businesses and creators that may need graphic design services

Collect professional contact information (email or social profiles)

Send the exact approved opening message (no modifications)

Track outreach results in a Google Sheet

Tag leads that show interest and handoff immediately

???? Where to Find Leads (Manual & Approved Sources Only)

LinkedIn (founders, business owners, marketing managers)

Instagram (active business pages)

Google Maps (local businesses)

Company websites (Contact / About pages)

Business directories

?? Manual research only. No scraping or automation.

???? Strict Outreach Rules

Use only the provided opening message

Do NOT answer questions from prospects

Do NOT discuss pricing, services, or timelines

Do NOT continue the conversation after interest is shown

Immediately tag the lead as “Interested” and notify us

Failure to follow these rules will result in termination.

???? Target Leads

Small & medium businesses

E-commerce brands

Startups

Restaurants, gyms, salons

Content creators & personal brands

???? Information to Track

Business / person name

Website


Email or social profile

Country / city

Outreach status (Sent / No Reply / Interested / Handed Off)

Short qualification note

Requirements

Experience with lead research and/or outreach

Comfortable using Google Sheets

Good written English

Strong attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions exactly

Professionalism and discretion

Working Hours

Flexible

Minimum 10–20 hours per week

Compensation

Hourly rate based on experience

Long-term collaboration potential

Performance-based increases possible

To Apply

Please include:

Your experience with lead research or outreach

Platforms you have used for outreach

Confirmation that you can strictly follow scripts and handoff rules

Applications that do not address these points will not be considered.