Full-time

Customer Support Specialist

Posted on 21 April 25 by Virtual Work World

  • $1400 - $2000 per Month
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Job Description

Role: Customer Support Specialist
Contract: Full-time Remote Contractor (44 hours weekly / 176 hours monthly)
Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM EST and Saturday, 9 AM to 1 PM EST
Rate: $1,400 - $2,000 monthly / $16,800 - $24,000 annually (salary is negotiable based on experience and location)
Availability to Start: Immediately


Client's Profile

Founded in 2018, this US-based small business offers 30-minute outdoor photo sessions that are free to book, with customers only paying for the photos they love. It efficiently connects local demand for portrait photography with top-tier professional photographers, handling all marketing, scheduling, and sales to streamline the process. The company operates in over 600 locations across over 60 cities and maintains a 4.9-star rating on platforms like Google, Facebook, and TripAdvisor.

What You'll Do

As a Customer Support Specialist, you'll provide exceptional customer support and build strong client relationships by offering timely, empathetic assistance through email, phone, and chat. You'll help clients with bookings, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure a smooth experience. Your success will be measured by how quickly and effectively you respond to and resolve issues and the satisfaction of the clients you support. Your responsibilities will include:

Customer Experience & Relationship Building
  • Use a friendly, service-first tone in every interaction to reflect the company's values.
  • Respond quickly and professionally to customer inquiries via email, phone, chat, and other channels.
  • Help clients navigate the platform and resolve common issues.
  • Provide accurate, clear, and empathetic information about bookings, reschedules, cancellations, and photo delivery.
  • Collect and record client feedback to support service improvements.
  • Offer personalized support to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Address concerns about photo quality, session experience, late deliveries, or tech issues.
  • Document and escalate complex issues to senior support or management as needed.
  • Follow up on unresolved issues to ensure they're fully addressed.
Scheduling & Booking Support
  • Assist clients with booking sessions, making changes, and selecting available locations.
  • Use internal tools and calendars to provide real-time scheduling support.
  • Monitor session availability and flag any high-demand areas or scheduling conflicts.
Internal Documentation, Collaboration & Communication
  • Work closely with photographers, operations, and editing teams to meet client needs.
  • Share client feedback and common issues with the team to improve processes.
  • Join team check-ins and discussions to support ongoing improvements.
  • Keep detailed records of customer interactions, resolutions, and insights.
  • Track key metrics like ticket volume, response times, and resolution rates.
  • Help update and maintain internal support documentation and templates.

What You Should Have

Must-haves:
  • At least three years of experience in Customer Service, Client Support, Account Management, or similar fields.
  • At least one year of experience working remotely with clients/companies from the US, UK, CA, and/or AU.
  • Experience with platforms like Zendesk or Freshdesk is strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Suite is expected.
  • Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills, with a neutral North American accent.
  • Comfortable navigating multiple platforms (e.g., helpdesk, CRM, chat, and email tools) simultaneously.
  • Ability to handle high volumes of support tickets efficiently without sacrificing quality.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize incoming requests effectively.
Technology Specifications:
  • Minimum 50 Mbps Internet Speed
  • Windows 11 or macOS 15 Sequoia
  • Minimum Intel i5 8th gen with 8GB of RAM or Apple M1 chip with 8GB of RAM
  • Webcam and Headset
  • Designated Office Space
Nice-to-haves:
  • Experience supporting a marketplace or service-based platform, especially in the photography, events, or lifestyle sectors.
  • Creative or visual eye (e.g., interest in photography or content creation) to better relate to the company's clientele.

Who You Are

We are hoping you are someone who:
  • Thrives in a team environment, contributing ideas and supporting others.
  • Quickly identifies customer needs and provides effective solutions.
  • Consistently prioritizes the customer experience with a considerate approach.
  • Balances multiple responsibilities with a structured, detail-oriented approach.

Job Information

Rate / Salary

$1400 - $2000 per Month

Sector

Entertainment

Category

customer-service

Skills / Experience

Customer Support, Admin Support, Phone, Email, Chat Support, Google Workspace, Zendesk, Freshdesk

Benefits

Full remote work opportunity

Our Reference

JOB-1100

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