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Allyssa Shane
Please complete the tasks below.
Below is a list of tasks that must be completed in order for you to be considered for the VA position.
We are not looking for perfection but we are looking for someone who is committed to doing their best and isn't afraid to try new things even if they may be nervous doing so.
You're welcome to use tools like ChatGPT to help generate ideas or get started, but it's very important that your final work sounds conversational and human... not like it was written using AI. I’m looking for real, natural-sounding communication that reflects how you’d speak on behalf of a business.
IMPORTANT: When you’re finished, please scroll to the bottom of the page and click "SUBMIT".
Thank you.
Task 1: Create a Short Social Media Video
Objective:
This task will help me assess your ability to follow directions, craft a clear marketing message, and use Canva, Cap Cut or your preferred video editing software to create a short and engaging video.
Your Assignment:
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Imagine you're creating a short social media video for a wedding planner.
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Your goal is to create a video that speaks directly to engaged couples.
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Keep the tone warm, helpful, and informative, not overly formal or salesy.
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You’re welcome to use ChatGPT to help brainstorm your idea and messaging, as long as the final version feels clear and conversational.
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When you’re finished, please upload your Canva video file directly using the upload button below.
Sample Videos:
The sample videos below are to be used as examples of the style we are looking for. You should not copy the wording or visuals exactly however the look and style of your video should flow and be similar to the samples given.
SAMPLE VIDEOS
UPLOAD COMPLETED VIDEO HERE
Task 2: Write Social Media Captions
Objective:
This task will help me assess your ability to follow directions, understand a brand voice, and write natural, engaging social media captions.
Your Assignment:
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Imagine you're creating social media captions for a wedding planner.
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Your goal is to write captions that speak directly to engaged couples in a way that feels genuine and relatable.
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Keep the tone warm, conversational, and easy to read. Avoid sounding overly formal, robotic, or salesy.
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You’re welcome to use ChatGPT to help brainstorm ideas or structure your captions, however the final version should feel like something a real person would naturally say.
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Focus on clarity, flow, and making the caption feel human.
IMAGE ONE: This image is for a floral design company. Their brand is very edgy and bold. They like their captions to be 1-2 sentences maximum and do not like any emojis. Please also include a call to action that inspires leaving a comment.
IMAGE TWO: This image is for a wedding event company. Their brand is very professional and high-end. They only like the white heart of sparkle emoji used. Please also include a call to action that inspires reaching out for more information.
IMAGE THREE: This image is for an entertainment company. They like their posts to be more professional centered around their products and services which include renting out bands for weddings and events. Also include a call to action that inspires reaching out for more information.
IMAGE FOUR: This image is for a wedding and event company. They like their tone to be casual and playful with a touch of Gen Z. You can choose the call to action for this post.
IMAGE FIVE: This image is for an on-location bridal beauty company. They like their tone to be very fun, animated and very Gen Z. Please include a call to action that inspires people to DM them.
Task 3: Write a Warm Promo Email
Objective:
This task will help me understand how you communicate in writing, how well you capture tone, and how effectively you can highlight a service in a way that feels human, not salesy.
Instructions:
Using the link below as your reference, write an email that introduces this brand in a warm, friendly, and easy-to-read way. The tone should feel like a real person reaching out... relaxed, helpful, and inviting.
https://www.fabuluxeevents.com/south-florida-wedding-planning
Your Email Should:
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Include an email subject line that grabs attention in a clear, non-clickbait way.
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Gently introduce what the services are and who they are for.
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Include a simple call to action (for example, booking a free consultation or learning more).
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Match the general tone and style of the webpage, keeping it light, conversational, and real.
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You’re welcome to use ChatGPT to help brainstorm ideas, organize your thoughts, or polish your wording... just make sure the final message sounds like something a real human would write. I’m not looking for stiff marketing copy or overly polished AI language. Keep it kind, natural, and clear.
When you're finished, please submit your email using the space provided in the form below.
Task 4: Write a Client Email Response
Objective:
This task will help me understand how you write on behalf of someone else, especially when the tone needs to be warm, calming, and professional. You'll be replying to a real-life style of message that requires both empathy and structure.
Scenario:
Your client is a bridal beauty artist who works with brides in the weeks leading up to their wedding day. One of her clients sent the following email:
Hi! I booked you for my wedding in a few weeks, and I just started panicking about my hair. Can I change the style we originally planned? I don’t even know what I want anymore.
Your Client’s Instructions to You:
Please respond with a calm, supportive tone. Reassure the bride that this kind of nervousness is completely normal and that we’re here to help. Let her know we can talk through new ideas during the trial and make adjustments if needed but we’ll need a final decision no later than one week before the wedding to ensure everything runs smoothly. Make sure the message feels warm and reassuring, but still provides clear direction and boundaries.
What to Include:
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A professional email reply on behalf of the bridal beauty artist.
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A tone that is kind, calming, and supportive... not robotic or overly formal.
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A simple structure with a greeting, body, and closing.
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Language that sounds like a real person, not something copied or overly polished.
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You are welcome to use ChatGPT to help get started or brainstorm ideas, but please make sure the final message sounds conversational, human, and aligned with the scenario.
When you’re finished, please submit your email in the space provided below.
Task 5: Choose Images for Social Media
Objective:This task will help me assess your ability to evaluate visual content and understand what makes an image effective for social media.
Your Assignment:
You will be provided with a group of images.
Your goal is to select:
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The most ideal image to post on social media
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The least ideal image to post on social media
You may download the images directly from the group provided on this page in order to upload your selected choices with your submission.
For each selection, briefly explain your reasoning.
What We Look For in Images:
When evaluating images, keep the following in mind:
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Good lighting, with no harsh shadows or overexposure.
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Light and airy, not too dark.
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Visually appealing images that feel inspirational.
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Content that showcases the brand’s work in a beautiful, elevated way.
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A professional, polished look. It should not feel like a casual guest photo.
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Clean and not too cluttered.
GROUP ONE IMAGES
For a Wedding Planner
Upload the "least" ideal image from group one here with a brief explanation as to why you chose this image as the least ideal.
Upload the "most" ideal image from group one here with a brief explanation as to why you chose this image as the most ideal.
GROUP TWO IMAGES
For a Bridal Beauty Company
Upload the "least" ideal image from group two here with a brief explanation as to why you chose this image as the least ideal.
Upload the "most" ideal image from group two here with a brief explanation as to why you chose this image as the most ideal.
GROUP THREE IMAGES
For a Wedding Floral Designer
Upload the "least" ideal image from group three here with a brief explanation as to why you chose this image as the least ideal.
Upload the "most" ideal image from group three here with a brief explanation as to why you chose this image as the most ideal.
Please only click submit once... you will be taken to a confirmation page when complete.