AI Specialist

Hire an AI Specialist Virtual Assistant to Automate Your Workflows, Improve Productivity, and Scale Faster

Build AI automations, optimise prompts, develop chatbots, integrate tools like ChatGPT, Zapier, and Make.com, and turn AI into real business outcomes.

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Why Hire an AI Specialist  

Hiring an AI Specialist helps your business work faster, reduce manual workload, and take advantage of AI technology without hiring a full-time engineer. An AI Specialist automates repetitive tasks, streamlines your internal processes, and improves team productivity, allowing your business to operate more efficiently.

They help you turn AI tools into practical systems that save time, reduce costs, and improve accuracy across marketing, sales, support, and operations. This allows your business to scale with fewer resources and respond faster to new opportunities.

For businesses that want to stay competitive, adopting AI is no longer optional. An AI Specialist gives you the expertise to use AI confidently, create automation-driven workflows, and unlock measurable performance improvements quickly and affordably.

What is an AI Specialist?

An AI Specialist Virtual Assistant is a trained professional who uses artificial intelligence tools to support your business processes. They work with platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Zapier, Make.com, Notion AI, and automation frameworks to help you implement AI across your operations.

Their role focuses on building AI-powered workflows, creating accurate prompts, setting up automations, integrating tools, preparing datasets, and helping your team use AI effectively.

Instead of functioning as a general VA, an AI Specialist works at a deeper technical level, assisting with prompt engineering, data handling, automation logic, model configuration, and AI-driven content or process support.

Learn more about how we match talent to businesses on our How It Works page.

"We have been extremely happy with the service and support we have received from the Aristo team the last couple of months. There have been times we have given the team projects with massive amounts of work, and the core team, with help from extra Aristo resources, has completed the entire research project by next morning. We have been to trade shows, and our VAs have reached out to people in advance and gotten us appointments that have lead directly to sales."
Craigh Pollak
Craig Pollak
SVP, Social Survey

Tasks an AI Specialist Virtual Assistant Can Handle

An AI specialist virtual assistant supports your business by building AI-driven systems, improving workflows, and automating the tasks that slow your team down. Their work focuses on practical implementation, turning AI tools into reliable, repeatable processes across your operations.

AI Automation and Workflow Development

  • Build automations using Zapier, Make.com, and Airtable
  • Connect AI tools to your CRM, CMS, email platform, and internal databases
  • Replace repetitive manual tasks with scalable, automated workflows
  • Create multi-step processes using ChatGPT, API actions, and external integrations

This allows your business to move faster with fewer bottlenecks.

Prompt Engineering and AI Configuration

  • Write, refine, and optimise prompts for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and other LLMs
  • Create reusable prompt templates for customer support, marketing, operations, and documentation.
  • Train AI on your internal knowledge base, SOPs, FAQs, and project files
  • Improve response quality, consistency, and accuracy of AI-generated outputs

This ensures your AI tools deliver dependable results.

AI-Powered Customer Support and Chatbots

  • Set up AI chatbots for your website, WhatsApp, or Facebook
  • Build automated response flows for common inquiries
  • Implement intent detection to route messages or escalate issues
  • Create support macros and templates powered by AI

Your support team becomes faster and more efficient with less manual typing.

Marketing, Content, and Creative Automation

  • Generate SEO-optimized content using AI-assisted workflows
  • Build content pipelines for blogs, social media, and newsletters
  • Automate copywriting tasks, ideation, and keyword research
  • Create AI-driven segmentation for email marketing and lead nurturing

This accelerates your content production without losing quality.

Data Processing & AI Analytics

  • Use AI to clean, summarise, classify, or transform datasets
  • Build automated reporting dashboards
  • Set up AI-powered insights for marketing, sales, or operations
  • Extract and summarise information from documents, spreadsheets, or customer data

Your team makes decisions faster with less manual analysis.

AI Tool Setup & Custom Integrations

  • Configure OpenAI API, Whisper, and other AI tools for business workflows
  • Build simple internal AI assistants for teams (HR, marketing, support, sales)
  • Set up knowledge retrieval systems for internal documents
  • Assist with early-stage prototypes using LangChain, vector stores, or automation platforms

This gives your business access to advanced AI capabilities without a full engineering team.

AI Specialist Job Description

An AI Specialist Virtual Assistant supports your business by implementing AI tools, building automation workflows, and improving the efficiency of daily operations. This role requires strong technical capability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate business needs into AI-powered systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain AI automations using Zapier, Make.com, Airtable, and API integrations.
  • Optimize prompts and create reusable prompt frameworks for ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini.
  • Build AI-powered workflows for customer support, marketing, operations, and sales.
  • Set up AI chatbots and conversational assistants.
  • Perform AI-driven data processing, summarisation, categorisation, and reporting.
  • Train AI models using internal documents, SOPs, and knowledge bases
  • Integrate AI tools into existing software systems (CRM, CMS, email platforms, project tools)
  • Troubleshoot workflow issues and ensure reliable automation performance

Required Skills

  • Experience with AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Notion AI)
  • Proficiency with automation platforms (Zapier, Make.com, Airtable)
  • Strong prompt engineering understanding
  • Ability to structure workflows logically and efficiently
  • Familiarity with APIs, webhooks, and basic automation logic
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability

This job description outlines the capabilities your AI Specialist VA brings to your business and ensures smooth communication about expectations and outcomes.

The Different Types of AI Specialists

Businesses hire different types of AI specialists depending on their goals. Common roles include:

  • Salesforce AI Specialist / Salesforce Certified AI Specialist: Implement AI within Salesforce to enhance CRM and sales processes.
  • AI Ethics Specialist: Ensure AI systems follow ethical guidelines and compliance standards.
  • AI Automation Specialist: Automate business workflows and repetitive tasks.
  • AI Content Specialist / AI Marketing Specialist: Use AI to create content and optimize marketing strategies.
  • AI Implementation Specialist: Deploy and integrate AI systems across business operations.
  • AI Data Specialist / Generative AI Specialist / AI Machine Learning Specialist: Analyze data, build models, and develop generative AI solutions.
  • Artificial Intelligence Engineer: Build and maintain AI systems, focusing on architecture, performance, and scalability.

Each type plays a key role in helping businesses leverage AI effectively, from improving processes to driving innovation and insights.

Most businesses don’t need a full AI engineering team, they need the right AI specialist for their operational needs.

AI Specialist Virtual Assistant vs AI Engineer/Agency

AI Specialist Virtual AssistantAI Engineer / AI Agency
Affordable monthly cost with flexible hoursVery high salary or agency retainer fees
Handles practical implementation and daily AI workflowsFocuses on large technical builds and long-term projects
Works directly inside your existing tools (Zapier, Make, ChatGPT, CRM, CMS)Often requires new systems, engineering resources, or custom infrastructure
Integrates into your team and adapts to your workflowsOperates as an external partner with limited day-to-day involvement
Cost-effective for small and mid-sized businessesHigh-cost option suited to larger enterprises
Flexible scope — can pivot quickly as priorities changeDefined scope, change requests, and slower adaptation

Pricing

Choose between 2 simple and affordable options:.

$400 monthly fee*

*Recurring monthly fee on top of salary

Hire your VA through us

We invoice you once a month – VA salary and everything else included.

$1999

One time recruitment fee

Hire your VA directly

You hire your VA directly and pay them a salary like any other employee.

“We went from constantly chasing content deadlines to having AI-assisted workflows that produce consistent, high-quality output. Our AI Specialist built prompt systems, automated our content calendar, and even integrated ChatGPT into our CRM. Massive time saver.”
Rachel Hired An AI Specialist
Rachel T.
Head of Marketing
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How It Works

  1. Share your specific needs with us.
  2. Get an instant quote for the cost of your virtual assistant.
  3. Hire your virtual assistant with ease.

Our simplified process cuts your hiring time down by 3-6 weeks!

“Our AI Specialist VA completely transformed how we work. They automated our reporting, built custom workflows in Zapier, and even created AI prompts that our whole team now uses daily. What used to take five people now happens automatically in the background. It’s the most impactful operational upgrade we’ve made.”
Laura Hired An AI Speicalist
Laura W.
Operations Manager

FAQs About AI Specialists

How does an AI Specialist VA work with my existing team?

Your AI Specialist VA integrates into your workflows just like a remote team member. They collaborate through your preferred communication tools, document their work inside your systems, and align with your schedules, deadlines, and priorities. Their role is to support your team by improving efficiency, not replacing your existing processes.

Do I need technical knowledge to manage an AI Specialist?

No,  your AI Specialist VA handles the technical execution. You only need to describe your goals or the problems you want solved. They translate those business challenges into AI workflows, automations, or improvements, and present solutions in simple, easy-to-understand terms.

Can an AI Specialist help if my business is not currently using AI?

Yes. Many clients start with zero AI experience. Your specialist can identify high-impact opportunities, recommend tools, introduce simple workflows, and gradually expand automation as your business becomes more comfortable with AI-driven systems.

What industries benefit most from an AI Specialist VA?

AI Specialists are commonly used by agencies, e-commerce brands, SaaS companies, real estate businesses, coaches, consultancies, customer support teams, and operations departments. Any business with repetitive tasks, large datasets, documentation needs, or content-heavy processes can benefit from AI implementation.

How quickly can an AI Specialist create value?

Most businesses see improvements within the first 1–2 weeks because simple automations and prompt workflows can be implemented immediately. Larger integrations may take longer, but early wins usually include faster task execution, reduced manual work, and clearer processes.

Will an AI Specialist replace staff or help them work more efficiently?

The goal is not replacement, it’s augmentation. AI Specialists remove repetitive work, so your team can focus on strategy, creativity, and decision-making. Most businesses use AI Specialists to increase productivity without increasing headcount.

Can an AI Specialist build custom internal tools?

Yes, depending on your needs. Using APIs, automation platforms, and AI frameworks, your specialist can help create lightweight internal tools such as AI assistants, document processors, automated onboarding systems, or conversational workflows designed specifically for your business.

How do I know what kind of AI Specialist I need?

Your choice depends on your goals. If you want automation, choose an AI Automation Specialist. If accuracy and consistency matter, choose a Prompt Engineer. If you need customer support, a Chatbot Specialist is ideal. We help you determine the best fit based on your workflow challenges during onboarding.

How is progress tracked when working with an AI Specialist VA?

Your specialist provides regular updates, documents workflows, tracks task completion, and shares measurable improvements, such as time saved, processes automated, or new systems deployed. This ensures transparency and continuous optimisation.

Do AI Specialists require access to sensitive information?

Only when necessary. They follow your company’s access policies and can work inside secure environments, shared drives, or limited-permission accounts. You always control what they can see or modify.

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