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Home From College is a career platform built for young professionals.&nbsp;Our mission at H\FC is to put young professionals first. Our platform and tools are built specifically for people who are just starting out in their career.&nbsp;With that in mind, you do not have to be in college to use our platform.&nbsp;High Schoolers, recent graduates and college-aged non-students, are all using H\FC tools in the US, Canada and around the Globe.&nbsp;Please refer to our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://homefromcollege.com/student-terms">Student Terms of Use</a> for specific age requirements related to GIG participation.&nbsp;Here is how a student might use H\FC: <ol><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://homefromcollege.com/gigs">Apply to GIGs</a> on the platform. You can apply to as many GIGs as you like, and you don't have to attend any specific college to apply. In fact, you don't have to even be in college! </li><li>Message with companies, and keep track of your GIG application status through the Dashboard. </li><li>Participate in programs on through the Home From College GIG Portal. Signing contracts, messenging, submitting content and getting paid all happens on the platform. </li></ol>Home From College is for every young professional out there. Please enjoy the platform and for additional questions, please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:community@homefromcollege.com">community@homefromcollege.com</a>.

Paid GIGs and better resumes are just the beginning.

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<h2>Getting Paid (For STUDENTS)</h2>Everything you need to know about getting paid from GIGs. Once you get accepted to your first GIG, you will be prompted to connect your banking information through the Stripe platform in order to get paid. <h2>⌚ How long does it take to get paid?</h2>Within your GIG Workspace, you will see when you are scheduled to be paid.&nbsp;<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/1/1755883799485.png" alt="unnamed" title="unnamed"></figure>Granted you complete all mandatory tasks and submit all content, that is the day the payment will be released. It can take up to 3-4 more business days for the payment to be reflected on your account depending on your financial institution. <h2>📃 Will I need to pay taxes for working GIGs?</h2>For all tax information, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://homefromcollege.com/blog/how-it-works/tax-information">click here</a>. <h2>🌎 If I’m an international user can I still get paid?</h2>Yes, you can be an international and get paid, but you need to ensure Stripe, the payment platform, works in your country.&nbsp;Current supported countries include: United States, United Arab Emirates, Antigua and Barbuda, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Austria, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Belgium, Bulgaria, Bolivia, Botswana, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Egypt, Spain, Finland, France, United Kingdom, Greece, Hong Kong SAR China, Croatia, Hungary, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Iceland, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Malta, Mexico, Nigeria, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Paraguay, Romania, Sweden, Singapore, Slovenia, Slovakia, Thailand, Trinidad &amp; Tobago, Uruguay.If your country is not supported by Stripe, unfortunately you will not be able to be paid and therefore cannot apply to GIGs.For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.This article is neither legal advice nor tax advice. We recommend that you speak to your tax advisor with any questions or concerns around tax reporting.

Paying students is not optional. All GIGs on H\FC are paid programs, and delivered straight through the platform!


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Guide: Getting Paid

<h2>Submitting Content (For STUDENTS)</h2>When you get accepted to a GIG and complete the deliverables, you should upload your content to the Workspace.&nbsp; <h2>✅ Uploading content to a task</h2><ol><li>When in the GIG workspace, click on the Tasks tab in the top left corner.</li><li>Click the task you would like to submit content to</li><li>Click the blue “Upload Content” button</li><li>Fill out all necessary fields to submit the content including:<ol><li>Content name</li><li>Captions and comments</li><li>The content itself</li></ol></li><li>Click “UPLOAD”</li><li>The content will automatically populate as “PENDING” while waiting for company feedback</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/135/1755101672577.mp4" alt="" title="submitting-content-to-task" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>📲 Uploading content without a task</h2><ol start="7"><li>When in the GIG workspace, click on the Content tab in the top left corner.</li><li>Click the blue “Upload Content” button</li><li>Fill out all necessary fields to submit the content including:<ol><li>Content name</li><li>Captions and comments</li><li>The content itself</li></ol></li><li>Click “UPLOAD”</li><li>The content will automatically populate as “PENDING” while waiting for company feedback</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/135/1755101705076.mov" alt="" title="submitting-content-no-task" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>✏️ Making edits to content</h2>You will receive a notification if a company is asking for edits on your content. Content that requires edits will appear with a blue tag that says “EDITING.”<ol><li>Click into the content to see the company’s feedback.</li><li>Make those edits to your content, and click “UPLOAD” on the content you would like to replace.&nbsp;</li><li>Click the red “ADD NEW VERSION” button to upload your edited content.</li><li>Make edits to the caption and comments if needed.</li><li>Click “SAVE”</li><li>The content will return to “PENDING” while waiting for company feedback </li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/135/1755101753988.mov" alt="" title="editing-content" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>😁 Approved content</h2>Once a company has approved your content, you will get an email notification and when you go to the content tab the content will have a green tag that says “APPROVED.”For content requiring posting, communicate with the company using the H\FC messenger to clarify if you need approval on the platform before posting to socials.<h2> 🔗 Linking content</h2>Once your content is approved and posted on socials, add the live link to your content by going to the content tab and clicking “ADD LINKS” on the appropriate piece of content. The green tag that says “APPROVED” will then switch to “PUBLISHED.” <figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/135/1756230957309.mov" alt="" title="addlinks" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure>For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

How to submit content when there is a task or not and resubmit edited content after revisions.

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Guide: Submitting Content

<h2>Tax Information (For STUDENTS)</h2>Everything you need to know about paying taxes on money you make from GIGs. <h2>📃 Will I get tax forms for working GIGs?</h2>You will receive a 1099-NEC tax form through Stripe if you make more than $600 total on the Home From College platform in a calendar year. For more information, click <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://support.stripe.com/questions/intro-to-1099-nec-tax-forms-for-platforms-and-marketplaces">here</a>. <h2>⌚ When and where will I get my tax forms?</h2>If you qualify for a 1099 form from Stripe, you should receive it by January 31st of the year following the tax year for which the form is issued.&nbsp;Your 1099 tax form will be located in the Tax Forms tab of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://connect.stripe.com/express_login">Stripe Express</a>. If you think you should have received a 1099 form and have yet to receive one, check Stripe’s information <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://support.stripe.com/express/questions/i-haven-t-received-my-1099-tax-form">here</a>. <h2>✏️ What information will be on my tax forms?</h2>The information (name, address, etc.) you entered to your Stripe account is what will appear on your tax forms. <h2>🌎 If I’m an international user how do I pay taxes?</h2>Please contact <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://support.stripe.com/">Stripe support</a> for further information on how to pay taxes as an international user. For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the H\FC Bestie chat.This article is neither legal advice nor tax advice. We recommend that you speak to your tax advisor with any questions or concerns around tax reporting.

Everything you need to know about paying taxes on money you make from GIGs.

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Guide: Tax Information

<h2>Who Can Apply to GIGs? (For STUDENTS)</h2>Before you start applying to and participating in GIGs, make sure you’re eligible if you fall into one of the following categories. <h2>🌎 Can international students apply to GIGs?</h2>Yes, you can be an international and apply to GIGs, but make sure the specific listing does not have any regional or location requirements.You will also need to ensure that Stripe, the payment platform, works in your country.&nbsp;Current supported countries include: United States, United Arab Emirates, Antigua and Barbuda, Albania, Armenia, Argentina, Austria, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Belgium, Bulgaria, Bolivia, Botswana, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Egypt, Spain, Finland, France, United Kingdom, Greece, Hong Kong SAR China, Croatia, Hungary, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Iceland, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Malta, Mexico, Nigeria, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Paraguay, Romania, Sweden, Singapore, Slovenia, Slovakia, Thailand, Trinidad &amp; Tobago, Uruguay.If your country is not supported by Stripe, unfortunately you will not be able to be paid and therefore cannot apply to GIGs. <h2>🎒 Can high school students apply to GIGs?</h2>Yes, you can be in high school and apply to GIGs, but make sure the specific listing does not have any school or age requirements.Please check Stripe, the payment platform, for their age requirements <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://support.stripe.com/questions/age-requirement-to-create-a-stripe-account#:~:text=You%20can%20sign%20up%20for,13%20years%20old%20or%20older.">here</a> if you are under 18. <h2>🎓 Do I need to be currently in college to apply to a GIG?</h2>No, you do not need to be currently enrolled in college to apply to GIGs, but make sure the specific listing does not have any school or graduation requirements. <h2>🏫 Do I need to have gone to college at all to apply to a GIG?</h2>No, you do not need to have gone to college to apply to GIGs, but make sure the specific listing does not have any school or graduation requirements. For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

Frequently asked questions about who can apply to and participate in GIGs.

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Guide: Who Can Apply to GIGs?

<h2>Submitting Reimbursement Requests (For STUDENTS)</h2>Everything you need to know about submitting reimbursement requests for purchases related to GIG work. <h2>💰 How to submit a request for reimbursement</h2><ol><li>Within the GIG workspace, go to the “Invoices” tab on the left</li><li>Click “SUBMIT EXPENSE” on the top right</li><li>Add the description of the purchase</li><li>Upload an image of the receipt by clicking the paperclip icon in the description section</li><li>Add the total amount</li><li>Edit the expense type depending on what the reimbursement is for</li><li>Click “SUBMIT” </li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/138/1755903280136.mov" alt="" title="reimbursementrequest" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>⌚ How long does it take to get reimbursed?</h2>Within your GIG Workspace, you will see when you are scheduled to be paid, whether that is GIG payments or reimbursements.&nbsp;<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/138/1755903327164.png" alt="unnamed" title="unnamed"></figure>Companies will periodically log in and approve reimbursements on their own time. Once they do, it can take up to 3-4 more business days for the payment to be reflected on your account depending on your financial institution. For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

If a GIG requires you to purchase product you will need to submit for reimbursement through the platform, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do so.

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Guide: Submitting Reimbursement Requests

<h2>Applying to GIGs (For STUDENTS)</h2>Everything you need to know about applying to and hearing back from GIGs.<h2>🧳 How do I apply for a GIG?</h2>When you click on a GIG you will be prompted to apply with your B\Card.<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/134/1754070131136.png" alt="apply" title="apply"></figure>Click that button, and you will see 1-3 Interview Questions.<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/134/1754070107270.png" alt="iqs" title="iqs"></figure>Answer them thoughtfully but concisely, there is a character limit. After filling out all Interview Questions and clicking submit, you will have the opportunity to attach a resume from your computer, or attach the one you have saved in your account if applicable.<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/134/1754070076053.png" alt="resume" title="resume"></figure>After that you’re all set, and you should receive email confirmation that your application was submitted.<h2>📣 Pro tips to make your application stand out</h2>Follow these 3 tips to make your application stand out.<ol><li>Make sure your answers to Interview Questions are short, to the point, and in the format asked for (if it’s asking for a link, provide a link).</li></ol><ol start="2"><li>Make sure your profile is completely filled out and verified (profile photo, school information, interests, location, etc.).<ul><li>Doing so improves your chances of selection by 75% </li></ul></li></ol><figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/134/1754070176262.png" alt="verification" title="verification"></figure><ol start="3"><li>Make sure to attach your resume to your application after submitting your Interview Questions.<ul><li>Doing so improves your chances of selection by 50%</li></ul></li></ol><h2>⌚ How long does it take to hear back from a GIG?</h2>Depending on the company and GIG it can take a few days or weeks to hear back from a GIG. Check the dates on the GIG listing for a general start date, but they can vary depending on the company’s needs. For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

Everything you need to know about applying to and hearing back from GIGs.

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Guide: Applying to GIGs

<h2>How To: Use the GIG Group Chat (For COMPANIES)</h2>Once you have started your GIG, use the GIG group chat to contact all participants at once with important announcements or updates.<ol><li>From your Dashboard, select “Messages” on the left hand side</li><li>Select the group chat for the GIG that you want to send an announcement to</li><li>Type your message and hit send</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/131/1752089188687.mov" alt="" title="giggroupchat" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure>Students may also be asking questions about the GIG or tasks in this chat, so make sure to monitor that. For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

Learn how to message applicants through the GIG group chat to make announcements and updates.

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How To: Use the GIG Group Chat

<h2>How To: Remove Participants (For COMPANIES)</h2>After you have accepted participants you can still remove them at any point.&nbsp;<ol><li>From your Dashboard, select “View Applicants” on the GIG or if you’re in the GIG Workspace select “Applicants” on the left hand side</li><li>Click the “Accepted” tab</li><li>Click the red “Remove” button or the X on the applicant you want to remove</li><li>Participants will receive an email notification that they have been removed from the GIG</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/127/1751568851019.mov" alt="" title="removing-participants" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>Why you might want to remove a participant</h2>📱 Never submitted deliverables 📃 Never signed contract ✅ Completed program and you’re trying to open fresh spots in the same GIG For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

Learn how to remove applicants to open up new spots in your GIG.

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How To: Remove Participants

<h2>How To: Re-List a GIG (For COMPANIES)</h2>After your GIG has started, you can choose to Re-List it if you would like to attract more applicants and accept more students.<ol><li>From your Dashboard, click the three dots next to the GIG you want to Re-List</li><li>Click “Re-List GIG”<ul><li>This will prompt a message explaining what Re-Listing a GIG does</li></ul></li><li>Adjust your program dates to either be ongoing or set an end date</li><li>Click “Save” and your GIG will be Re-Listed</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/126/1751567861186.mp4" alt="" title="re-list-a-gig" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure> For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

Learn how to re-list your GIG in order to attract more applicants.

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How To: Re-List a GIG

<h2>How To: Accept Top Applicants (For COMPANIES)</h2>After <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://homefromcollege.com/blog/how-it-works/how-to-filter-and-evaluate-applicants">reviewing and evaluating applicants</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://homefromcollege.com/blog/how-it-works/how-to-message-applicants">messaging</a> them to ensure alignment, you can accept your top applicants. You can accept applicants from within the GIG workspace or from your messages with them.<ol><li>From your Dashboard, select “View Applicants” on the GIG or if you’re in the GIG Workspace select “Applicants” on the left hand side<ul><li>Here you will see all people you have invited to the GIG, those that have applied, those you have messaged, and those you have accepted</li></ul></li><li>Click on the blue “Accept” button on the applicant you would like to admit into the GIG</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/125/1751328302653.mp4" alt="" title="acceptfromgigworkspace" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><ol><li>From your messages with the applicant, simply click “Accept” in the top right corner</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/125/1751328216576.mov" alt="" title="acceptfrommessage" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>What Students Will See</h2>Once you have accepted a student into the GIG, they will get an email notification telling them they have been accepted and prompting them to sign their contract. <figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/125/1751328179511.png" alt="studentacceptance" title="studentacceptance"></figure> For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

Learn how to accept top applicants when you’re ready to start your GIG.

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How To: Accept Top Applicants

<h2>How To: Filter and Evaluate Applicants (For COMPANIES)</h2>Once your GIG is live, you can review and evaluate applicants following these 3 steps.&nbsp;<ol><li>From your Dashboard, select “View Applicants” on the GIG or if you’re in the GIG Workspace select “Applicants” on the left hand side<ol><li>Here you will see all people you have invited to the GIG, those that have applied, those you have messaged, and those you have accepted</li></ol></li><li>View a student’s B\Card, profile, and answers to Interview Questions (IQ’s)</li><li>Mark them as a favorite, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://homefromcollege.com/blog/how-it-works/how-to-message-applicants">message them with any questions</a>, hide their application, or accept them to the GIG</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/123/1750964046129.mov" alt="" title="evaluateapplicants" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>Favorite Applicants</h2>To better organize your applicants you can favorite them. Students will receive a notification once you have marked them as a favorite that looks like this:<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/123/1750963982849.png" alt="studentfavorite-(1)" title="studentfavorite-(1)"></figure><h2>Filtering Applicants</h2>If you are looking for specific applicants you can filter by a variety of criteria including location, user engagement with the platform, applicants you marked as favorites, and more.You can also search applicants by school, major, interests, and more.<figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/123/1750964005142.mov" alt="" title="filterapplicants" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure>For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

Learn how to filter and evaluate applicants once your GIG is live.

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How To: Filter and Evaluate Applicants

<h2>How To: Message Applicants (For COMPANIES)</h2>As you are <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://homefromcollege.com/blog/how-it-works/how-to-filter-and-evaluate-applicants">reviewing and evaluating applicants</a>, you can message them to ask any additional questions or ensure alignment.&nbsp; <ol><li>From your Dashboard, select “View Applicants” on the GIG or if you’re in the GIG Workspace select “Applicants” on the left hand side<ul><li>Here you will see all people you have invited to the GIG, those that have applied, those you have messaged, and those you have accepted</li></ul></li><li>Click on the speech bubble on the applicant you want to send a message to</li><li>Ask any outstanding questions related to the GIG and hit send</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/124/1751063776626.mov" alt="" title="messageapplicants" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>Potential Things to Ask</h2>🛍️ (For GIGs requiring in person purchases/content) What store location is closest to you? 💻 (For a product review GIG) Do you have an active Amazon account that can submit reviews? 🎓 (For a brand ambassador GIG) How many people are in the club you are a part of?For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie chat.

Learn how to message applicants if you have any additional questions or want to ensure alignment.

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How To: Message Applicants

<h2>How To: Create and Assign Tasks (For COMPANIES)</h2>Once your GIG is live, here are 4 simple steps to assign students tasks to keep them accountable, informed, and organized.&nbsp;<ol><li>Once you have listed your GIG, enter the GIG workspace</li><li>On the left hand corner, select Tasks</li><li>If this is your first task, an example will auto generate based on your GIG description, but you can edit it based on your needs<ul><li>Name the task</li><li>Add a due date</li><li>Select the task type (content or regular)</li><li>Add a task description</li><li>Choose who to assign the task to (everyone or specific participants)</li></ul></li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/122/1750271445310.mp4" alt="" title="First Task" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><ol start="4"><li>If this is not your first task, you will be prompted with a blank task to fill out</li></ol><figure><video src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/122/1750271419127.mp4" alt="" title="Blank Task" controls="true" controlslist="nodownload"></video></figure><h2>Regular Tasks</h2>Assigning a regular task allows students to complete the task by adding a note, as seen from the student view here:<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/122/1750271235688.png" alt="Regular Task (STUDENT SIDE)" title="Regular Task (STUDENT SIDE)"></figure><figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/122/1750271259665.png" alt="Note Submission (STUDENT SIDE)" title="Note Submission (STUDENT SIDE)"></figure>We recommend this type of task if content is not required including reading a creative brief, submitting a receipt for reimbursement, etc. <h2>Content Tasks</h2>Content tasks can only be completed by uploading content, as seen from the student view here:<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/122/1750271293079.png" alt="Content Task (STUDENT VIEW)" title="Content Task (STUDENT VIEW)"></figure><figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/122/1750271353023.png" alt="Content Submission (STUDENT VIEW)" title="Content Submission (STUDENT VIEW)"></figure>We recommend this type of task for any tasks that require uploads including social media content, product photos, proof of reviews, etc.<h2>How Students are Notified of Tasks</h2>Students will receive an email notification when a task is assigned with the description and due date regardless of the task type.<figure><img src="https://d3lrqzm3fer3ds.cloudfront.net/blog-media/122/1750783807243.png" alt="Student Notification of Task" title="Student Notification"></figure><h2>Best Practices</h2>💻 Upload tasks before accepting applicants or soon after to avoid confusion🔗 Include links and attachments to creative briefs📱 Keep instructions short and clear For additional questions please reach out to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:gig@homefromcollege.com">gig@homefromcollege.com</a> or the HFC Bestie Chat.

Learn how to create and assign tasks and check out the different types of tasks you can utilize.