Graphic Designer at AvantStay

AvantStay provides world-class, authentic, technology-driven short-term rental (STR) experiences designed primarily for the millennial generation.

Backed by venture capital and experiencing rapid growth, we operate in the thriving $100+ billion short-term rental industry.

Our goal is to deliver personalized, end-to-end group travel experiences, with innovative technology integrated into every aspect of our services.

What We Are Looking For

AvantStay is seeking a creative and experienced Part-Time Freelance Graphic Designer to help strengthen and bring our brand to life across all customer touchpoints.

From paid social media advertisements to hotel opening banners, you will create engaging marketing visuals that support our digital campaigns and brand presence.

You will also develop physical and promotional materials for new property launches, including signage, printed materials, branded merchandise, event graphics, and landing pages.

We encourage the use of AI-powered design tools to explore creative concepts, improve productivity, and accelerate the design process.

This is a hands-on freelance opportunity requiring approximately 10–20 hours per week. The ideal candidate can seamlessly transition from designing a simple Instagram Story to developing a complete visual identity for a new hotel.

You should be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create visual assets for organic and paid social media campaigns, digital advertisements, and email marketing, ensuring all designs are optimized for their intended platforms.
• Collaborate with marketing and web teams to design attractive, conversion-focused landing pages and pop-ups.
• Develop unique brand identities for new hotels and properties, including logos, typography, color palettes, and complete launch design packages.
• Design property signage, directional graphics, in-room materials, menus, and other printed assets, preparing production-ready files for external vendors.
• Create branded merchandise and promotional products, including guest welcome packages and partner gifts, while coordinating design proofs with suppliers.
• Produce event materials such as banners, step-and-repeat displays, and printed promotional items for hotel openings, brand activations, and partnership events.
• Leverage AI-powered tools for creative research, mood boards, image generation, image editing, and adapting designs for different marketing placements.
• Develop and maintain branded Canva templates, design guidelines, and organized asset libraries to help internal teams and partners produce consistent brand materials.
• Work closely with content, performance marketing, and PR teams to execute campaigns around seasonal travel trends, new destinations, and property launches.

Why Join AvantStay?

At AvantStay, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced, energetic, and innovative team that is transforming the travel and vacation rental experience.

You’ll contribute to meaningful projects across the travel and real estate industries while gaining opportunities to develop your creative skills, take on exciting challenges, and make a visible impact.

Beyond competitive compensation and benefits, AvantStay provides an environment where talented individuals can grow, explore their creativity, and build rewarding careers.

Whether your strengths lie in design, technology, communication, or business, there’s room to make a difference and shape your future with AvantStay.

Requirements and Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably within hospitality, travel, lifestyle, or premium consumer brands, either in-house or through an agency.
• A diverse portfolio demonstrating experience in digital marketing, print design, environmental graphics, or packaging. Experience with hotel or property branding is an added advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Canva.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, as well as Figma.
• Practical knowledge of print production, including bleeds, dielines, color profiles, large-format printing specifications, and collaboration with printers and fabricators.
• Regular, hands-on experience using AI design tools, with the ability to assess and refine AI-generated content to meet professional brand standards.
• Excellent understanding of typography and a strong creative eye for premium, visually appealing hospitality brands.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple assignments, incorporate feedback, and meet demanding deadlines.

Job Details and Compensation

• Job Title: Freelance Graphic Designer
• Employment Type: Part-Time, Freelance Contract
• Work Schedule: Approximately 10–20 hours per week
• Salary: $15–$20 USD per hour, depending on location and experience
• Location: Fully Remote – Work from Anywhere
• Eligibility: Applicants must reside outside the United States.
• Working Hours: Must be available during US business hours (Pacific, Central, or Eastern time zones).
• Language: Excellent written and spoken English proficiency (near-native level).
• Application Requirement: A portfolio link is mandatory. Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.