Virtual Assistant Extraordinaire for Dynamic Houston-Based Entrepreneur

Are you a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and resourceful virtual assistant who thrives in dynamic environments and loves tackling a variety of projects? If you’re ready to work with a multifaceted entrepreneur managing exciting ventures like Airbnb properties, travel experiences, event planning, and community initiatives, this is the opportunity for you!

--**Who We Are:**

We manage multiple exciting projects, including:
- **Airbnb & Peerspace Rentals:** From everyday stays to elopements and celebrations.
- **Travel Business:** Curating luxurious and empowering trips for minority women and the LGBTQ+ community.
- **Event Planning & Sponsorships:** Collaborating with Pride Houston and Faces of Pride for impactful community events.
- **Local Influencer Content & Community Engagement:** Hosting events like Self-Care Sundays and partnering with Houston influencers.

Our mission is to create exceptional experiences for our clients while growing sustainable and profitable ventures. We’re looking for a dedicated team member to help us make it all happen!

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**What You’ll Do:**

**Property Management (Airbnb & Peerspace)**
- Monitor and manage Airbnb/Peerspace calendars to ensure bookings are optimized and double bookings are avoided.
- Write engaging listing descriptions and update them regularly to reflect seasonal events or promotions.
- Respond promptly to guest inquiries, ensuring stellar customer service to secure 5-star reviews.
- Create and manage Peerspace listings and propose strategies to increase bookings.
- Research Houston events like the Rodeo and craft packages to attract direct bookings.

**Elopement Package & Celebration Marketing**
- Design visually appealing marketing materials to promote elopement and event packages.
- Research and pitch unique ideas to enhance our event offerings.
- Nurture leads for events and ensure seamless communication with potential clients.

**Room Rentals**
- Advertise 3–6 month room rentals on relevant platforms (Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, etc.).
- Vet and nurture leads, ensuring tenants align with property values and policies.
- Draft rental agreements and manage inquiries.

**Travel Business Growth**
- Develop marketing campaigns to fill trips with diverse, high-value guests.
- Engage with leads via email campaigns and social media, nurturing interest in upcoming trips.
- Conduct competitor analysis to propose fresh ideas for promoting travel packages.

**Community & Sponsorship Initiatives**
- Create sponsorship proposals for Pride Houston and other initiatives, leveraging AI tools for research and design.
- Maintain a list of sponsor prospects and track communication progress.
- Research ways to maximize Faces of Pride’s advisory board initiatives.

**Local Events & Influencer Marketing**
- Coordinate Self-Care Sundays, ensuring all logistics (catering, decor, etc.) are handled efficiently.
- Create influencer outreach campaigns, inviting them to co-create content at the property.
- Plan and execute promotional strategies to maximize local engagement.

**Administrative Support**
- Manage calendars, emails, and task lists across multiple ventures.
- Utilize AI tools to research, draft, and present proposals for various projects without extensive supervision.
- Track performance metrics across businesses to identify areas for improvement.

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**Who You Are:**

- **Tech-Savvy:** Proficient in AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Jasper), Canva, social media platforms, and project management tools like Trello or Asana.
- **Creative Problem-Solver:** Capable of proposing solutions independently and presenting actionable strategies.
- **Exceptional Communicator:** Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- **Organized Multitasker:** Able to juggle multiple priorities without dropping the ball.
- **Data-Driven Thinker:** Can analyze trends and provide insights to optimize performance.
- **Experienced Marketer:** Familiar with social media content creation, email campaigns, and lead nurturing.
- **Flexible & Proactive:** Thrives in a fast-paced environment and anticipates needs without constant direction.

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**The Challenge:**

To ensure you’re the perfect fit for this role, we’ve designed a challenge to test your abilities. Please submit the following with your application:

1. **Proposal for Booking Optimization:**
- Research the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and create a plan to market Airbnb/Peerspace listings during this period. Include pricing strategies, calendar adjustments, and promotional ideas.

2. **Travel Campaign Draft:**
- Design a one-week email marketing campaign to promote an upcoming travel experience. Include email themes, subject lines, and key selling points.

3. **Sponsorship Pitch:**
- Research three potential sponsors for Pride Houston and draft a concise pitch explaining why they should partner with us.

4. **Content Calendar:**
- Create a one-month content calendar for promoting elopement packages on Instagram, including post ideas and captions.

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### **What You’ll Get:**
- Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses.
- Flexible work hours, allowing you to work from anywhere.
- Opportunity to grow with an innovative and community-focused brand.
- Insight into diverse industries like travel, hospitality, and event planning.

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### **How to Apply:**
Submit your resume, portfolio, and completed challenge to [your email]. We’ll be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so don’t wait to show us what you can do!

We’re excited to find someone as passionate and dynamic as we are to help us bring our vision to life. If you’re ready to thrive in this role and grow alongside us, apply today!

Perks & Rewards:

Booking Milestones (Airbnb & Peerspace):
-Bonus of $50–$100 for achieving specific occupancy goals (e.g., a fully booked calendar for a specific month or high Peerspace rental volume).
-$25 per 5-star review received from guests.

Elopement and Event Packages:
-5%–10% commission on every successfully booked elopement or event package.
-$50 bonus for securing direct bookings for events like the Rodeo.

Travel Business Growth:
-$100 bonus for every travel experience fully booked.
-$50 for creating high-performing marketing campaigns that result in measurable lead generation.

Sponsorship Acquisition:
-10% commission on sponsorships secured for Pride Houston.
-Flat bonuses for securing sponsors over a certain value (e.g., $500 for sponsors contributing $10,000+).

Room Rentals:
-$50–$100 for successfully filling 3-6 month room rentals.