Short-Term Rental Pricing & Listing Optimization Specialist

Short-Term Rental Pricing & Listing Optimization Specialist

Company: Living La Vida Local
Location: Remote
Position Type: Part-Time / Contract
Time Zone: Flexible
Reports To: Erica

About the Role

Living La Vida Local manages short-term rental properties across Texas. We are looking for a specialist who understands how Airbnb, Vrbo, and ---------- algorithms actually work and can optimize listings to increase visibility, click-through rates, and bookings.

This role is not basic pricing management. We are specifically looking for someone with proven experience improving ranking, impressions, CTR, and booking conversion through strategic pricing, discounts, and listing optimization.

Core Responsibilities
Platform Algorithm Optimization

Optimize listings for Airbnb, Vrbo, and ----------

Improve:

Search ranking

Impressions

Click-through rate (CTR)

Conversion to bookings

Pricing & Discount Strategy

Manage dynamic pricing strategies based on:

Seasonality

Local demand

Lead time

Day-of-week patterns

Implement and test:

Length-of-stay discounts

Early-bird discounts

Last-minute discounts

Platform-specific promotions

Listing Performance Optimization

Analyze and improve:

Titles

Descriptions

Photo order

Amenity emphasis

Adjust listings to align with platform ranking signals

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Monitor listing performance metrics including:

Views

Click-through rate

Booking conversion

Occupancy

Recommend changes based on performance trends

Report insights and recommendations clearly

Required Experience (Non-Negotiable)

Please do not apply if you do not meet these requirements.

Proven experience optimizing Airbnb, Vrbo, or ---------- listings

Demonstrated understanding of platform algorithms

Experience managing pricing and discount strategies

Familiarity with CTR, conversion, and ranking metrics

Ability to explain why changes are made (not just what)

Experience with tools such as PriceLabs, Wheelhouse, Beyond, or similar is required — but tool usage alone is not sufficient.

What We’re Looking For

Data-driven decision making

Strong understanding of STR demand signals

Ability to test, analyze, and iterate

Clear communication and reporting

Focus on revenue and visibility

Scope & Engagement

Part-time or contract role

Ongoing optimization (not one-time setup)

Flexible hours

Long-term opportunity for the right specialist

How to Apply

In your application, please include:

Platforms you have optimized (Airbnb, Vrbo, ---------- )

Number of listings you’ve managed or optimized

Specific examples of performance improvements (ranking, CTR, occupancy, revenue)

Tools you use and how you use them

Applications without real optimization experience will not be considered.

– Erica
Living La Vida Local