> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://spothire.gitbook.io/spothire-library/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://spothire.gitbook.io/spothire-library/features/finding-staff.md).

# Finding staff

In order to effectively book talent, it's helpful to know the easiest way to secure them! 

## **Quick start** 

1. Search for talent
2. Browse talent profiles
3. Message talent 
4. Select dates that you need talent to work
5. Book staff! 

## Search for talent

![](https://1017629641-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Ld7IW7SRPaSdrNzRfng%2F-LeZaWJXlvVH0v7WcVDN%2F-LeZbJ5MI3A4nZiM23m9%2FScreen%20Shot%202019-05-10%20at%209.58.28%20PM.png?alt=media\&token=4ef5f9ac-9751-486a-a8ed-7b137e648753)

## Browse Talent Profiles

![](https://1017629641-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Ld7IW7SRPaSdrNzRfng%2F-LeZaWJXlvVH0v7WcVDN%2F-LeZbpMJoW6003Z_MOvQ%2FScreen%20Shot%202019-05-10%20at%209.59.49%20PM.png?alt=media\&token=d2c26a8f-a6ac-4953-9b30-1ae52661485b)

## Message Talent

![](https://1017629641-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Ld7IW7SRPaSdrNzRfng%2F-LeZaWJXlvVH0v7WcVDN%2F-LeZc8CDSXaYSK_eD4kP%2FScreen%20Shot%202019-05-10%20at%2010.01.56%20PM.png?alt=media\&token=2573bf20-5388-47a3-af80-5e5770c54b83)

## Select the date you want to book them for

![](https://1017629641-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Ld7IW7SRPaSdrNzRfng%2F-LeZaWJXlvVH0v7WcVDN%2F-LeZchycbHUyxQlI3Ltz%2FScreen%20Shot%202019-05-10%20at%2010.04.46%20PM.png?alt=media\&token=4889165a-3a96-4152-aafc-c6948b1fbafe)

## Select the time period you want to book them for

![](https://1017629641-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Ld7IW7SRPaSdrNzRfng%2F-LeZaWJXlvVH0v7WcVDN%2F-LeZdXoGR3H14CPbuNoB%2FScreen%20Shot%202019-05-10%20at%2010.08.19%20PM.png?alt=media\&token=9f538177-767c-420a-8f8d-fb40c4ad0316)

## Request to book them 

Don't worry you don't have the purchase right away. You have the option to always message the person directly before confirming or purchasing! 

![](https://1017629641-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Ld7IW7SRPaSdrNzRfng%2F-LeZeWF2FGYeTTHUbaHE%2F-LeZeZks2ZxGxvjKIjVq%2FScreen%20Shot%202019-05-10%20at%2010.12.13%20PM.png?alt=media\&token=29fb2bf0-d53d-46fc-94a5-669af0c24b9f)

## Add payment details 

Your payment is securely processed by Stripe. SpotHire does not store your credit/debit card information.

You will be charged only if the staff accepts the transaction. The talent needs to accept the transaction within 3 days. If they declines or does not respond, no charge is made.

![](https://1017629641-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-Ld7IW7SRPaSdrNzRfng%2F-LeZf4zVJRby1VPl_ZOO%2F-LeZfpCcSyRhKMJRa_3q%2FScreen%20Shot%202019-05-10%20at%2010.15.44%20PM.png?alt=media\&token=9c3801d3-de66-49b6-bf4b-b918e54314df)

## Congrats! You have booked your first SpotHire staff for your gig!