SECTION 1 — ABOUT YOU

Start with the basics so we know who we're talking to and how to reach you.

Phone *

Best # to reach you

Country *

SECTION 2 — FIND YOUR LANE

You do not need to be good at everything. Tell us where your experience is strongest and what kind of work fits you best.

Primary VA Role *

Which Remote Assistant role best matches your strongest experience?

Secondary VA Role

Only select a secondary role if you could genuinely perform that work professionally.

Years of Relevant Experience *

How many years of relevant professional experience do you have?

U.S. Client Experience *

Yes

Not directly, but I have supported international clients

Have you previously worked directly with U.S.-based clients or companies?

Strongest Area of Work *

What type of work are you genuinely best at?

Remote Work Experience *

Tell us about your previous remote work experience.

Most Relevant Previous Role *

Which previous role best demonstrates your ability to do the work you're applying for?

SECTION 3 — TOOLS & SKILLS

Tell us what systems you've actually used and where your strongest technical confidence sits.

Professional Tools Used *Select every tool you have used in real work, not just tools you've briefly tested or watched tutorials about.

Strongest Tools / Skill Level *

You do not need to list every tool again. Focus on the systems you could confidently use in a client environment.

SECTION 4 — WORK PREFERENCES

Good placement is not just about what you can do. It also matters what kind of work you actually enjoy doing.

Work You Enjoy *

What tasks or responsibilities do you enjoy doing most?

Work You Don’t Enjoy *

Be honest about the work you would rather avoid so we can reduce the chance of a poor role match.

SECTION 5 — AVAILABILITY & COMPENSATION

Tell us what kind of schedule you're realistically available for and what compensation range you're looking for.

Desired Work Capacity *

Part-Time — approximately 20 hours/week

Full-Time — approximately 40 hours/week

Either Part-Time or Full-Time

What level of work are you currently available for?

Schedule Availability *

What hours are you available to work?

U.S. Time Zone Availability *Select all that apply. This does not mean every client will require those hours.

Earliest Start *

Current Work Commitments *

Compensation Expectation *

What monthly compensation range are you seeking?

SECTION 6 — REMOTE WORK SETUP

Remote work depends on a reliable setup. Show us what you'll actually be working with and how you're prepared for common disruptions

Primary Computer *

Example: Lenovo ThinkPad, Windows 11, Intel i5, 16GB RAM

Remote Work Equipment *Select everything you currently have available.

Primary Internet Connection *

Internet Speed Test Upload *

Upload a recent test showing download, upload, and ping.

Backup Internet Available *

Yes

Do you have another way to get online if your primary connection fails?

Backup Internet Details

Backup Power Available *

Yes

Do you have a way to continue working during a power outage?

Backup Power Details

Workspace Photo Upload *

Upload a photo of the workspace you normally use for remote work.

We're not judging how expensive your setup is. We simply want to verify that you have a practical environment for professional remote work. Please hide any private or sensitive information before taking the photo.

SECTION 7 — VIDEO INTRODUCTION

A résumé can tell us what you've done. This gives us a better sense of how you communicate, explain yourself, and follow instructions.

Loom Introduction URL *

Record a 2–3 minute Loom video and answer the questions below. Make sure your link can be viewed without requesting access.

Video instructions:

In your video, briefly tell us:
Who you are and where you're located.
Which Remote Assistant role fits you best.
What kind of work you're strongest at.
Why a client should feel comfortable trusting you with responsibility inside their business.
One professional skill or area you're currently working to improve.
Somewhere naturally in your video, include the word “Veritas.” I recommend you look up what the word means so you can use it properly.

Loom Link Confirmation *

I confirmed that my Loom link is accessible without requesting permission.

Please test the link before submitting your application

SECTION 8 — HOW YOU THINK

Skills matter. So does judgment. These questions help us understand how you handle responsibility, mistakes, uncertainty, and communication.

Ownership *

We care less about the size of the problem and more about what you noticed, how you thought about it, and what action you took.

Accountability *

Everyone makes mistakes. We want to understand how you respond when something goes wrong.

Judgment *

Walk us through your actual thought process, not just the answer you think we want to hear.

Proactive Communication *

Assume the deadline has not passed yet, but you already know you will not meet it.

Confidentiality & Data Handling *

Think about passwords, customer information, internal documents, financial information, and private communications.

SECTION 9 — RÉSUMÉ & WORK SAMPLES

Give us something concrete to review alongside your application.

Resume Upload *

Upload your current résumé. PDF format preferred.

Portfolio / Work Samples

This can include writing, designs, dashboards, SOPs, workflows, websites, spreadsheets, or other work relevant to your specialty. Do not share confidential client or employer information.

SECTION 10 — FINAL QUESTIONS

A few last questions before you submit your application.

How Did You Hear About The Swink Group? *

Why The Swink Group? *

Keep it genuine. We're more interested in why this opportunity fits you than in a perfect answer.

Anything Else We Should Know?

Optional. Use this space for anything relevant that didn't fit elsewhere in the application.

SECTION 11 — APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Please review these statements before submitting your application.

Application Accuracy Confirmation *

I confirm that the information provided in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Please review your responses before submitting.

Skills & Experience Verification Acknowledgment *

I understand that The Swink Group may verify information about my skills, experience, availability, and professional background.

Screening may include review of submitted materials, interviews, skills evaluation, or professional references when appropriate.

Placement Disclaimer Acknowledgment *

I understand that submitting an application, completing screening, or being accepted to The Swink Group's talent roster does not guarantee placement or immediate work.

Client opportunities depend on role fit, availability, client needs, and successful matching.

Communication Consent *

I agree that The Swink Group may contact me regarding my application, screening, interviews, and relevant Remote Assistant opportunities.

We may contact you using the email address or phone number provided in this application.

Application Attestation *

I have personally reviewed my answers and confirm that they reflect my own experience, judgment, and professional capabilities.

Tools may be used to assist with writing, but your answers should truthfully represent your own experience and thinking.