✨Host Profile Setup Guide: Your Elevated First Impression
At Viv Élevé, your host profile is more than a form to fill out. It’s how you captivate and connect with ambitious, experience-seeking guests. This is your chance to showcase your elevated expertise, share your passions, and invite others into your world. Your profile isn’t just any profile; it’s the foundation of your brand. It’s where guests discover your charisma, trust your professionalism, and get excited about booking with you. Think of it as your personal spotlight.
💫Profile Creation: Field-by-Field Guide
What it’s for: Used for login, notifications, and booking requests.
Tip: Use an email address you check daily. Your booking notifications, guest messages, and updates from Viv Élevé all come straight to your inbox. Pro tip? Add Viv emails to your safe sender list so you never miss an important opportunity.
🔐Password
What it’s for: Secures your account and private information.
Tip: Create a password as unique as your experiences. A secure and strong password keeps your account safe and ensures your expertly crafted profile stays exclusively yours.
👤First Name
What it’s for: Publicly displayed on your profile and experience listings.
Tip: Use your real first name—the one guests will call you by. Keep it authentic and warm.
👥Last Name
What it’s for: Used internally and for verification.
Tip: Privacy matters. Only the first letter of your last name will appear publicly to guests (e.g. John D.), ensuring your personal details remain secure while maintaining professionalism.
🎂Date of Birth
What it’s for: Age verification to meet platform eligibility requirements.
Tip: This is never shown publicly. It helps us keep the platform secure and aligned with our privacy policy.
📍Zip Code
What it’s for: Verifies your location and supports discovery of local experiences.
Tip: Also kept private. Used internally to match you with regional insights, tools, and content.
🎨Interests
What it’s for: Highlights the categories you're passionate about and helps shape the kinds of experiences you’ll offer.
Tip: Think of this as your vibe preview. Select categories that reflect your passions and where you will likely create experiences.
🔹Bio (Max 150 words)
Prompt: Who are you, what’s your expertise, and what makes your experience unique?
Tip: This is your story, told in 150 words or less. Keep it polished, professional, and packed with personality! Here’s an example for inspiration: “As an NYC cocktail maven, I’ve spent a decade behind velvet curtains and gilded bars. Now, I invite you to sip and savor the city’s most exclusive hidden gems.”
🔹Tagline (Optional)
Prompt: A short phrase that captures your persona and offering.
Tip: Think of it as your headline. Keep it intriguing and specific. “Vintage Style Curator | SoHo Secrets Unveiled”
🔹Why I Host (Optional)
Prompt: Why do you love sharing your world with others?
Tip: Let guests into your motivation. Be human. Be bold. “Nothing lights me up more than introducing people to the energy and magic of the city I call home.”
🔹Languages
Prompt: Select the languages you speak comfortably with guests.
Tip: This helps match you with diverse guests and builds confidence before they book.
📸Image & Media Uploads
Quality visuals = guest confidence. Use vibrant, high-resolution photos that showcase your flair and capture the elevated feel of your experiences. From serene urban landscapes to your beaming smile, variety is key.
🔹Profile Photo (1:1 ratio)
Prompt: Upload a front-facing, close-up image of yourself.
Tip: Choose a photo that feels warm, confident, and true to your brand. Think “friendly host with elevated flair.” Recommend a headshot style photo as this photo will serve as your avatar across the site.
🔹Portrait Photo (3:4 ratio)
Prompt: This image appears at the top of your public profile.
Tip: Use a high-quality image that captures you in your element—on location, at your venue, or in a signature outfit. Make it immersive. Recommend this be a larger, zoomed out portrait shot.
🔹Gallery Photos (Upload 6–10)
Prompt: Images that show you in different environments or styles.
Tip: Feature variety—urban settings, nightlife vibes, vibrant moments with others. Your guests are visual—give them something captivating. Recommend using photos you will also add to your experience profile.
🔗Social Verification & Credibility
🔹Instagram Handle (Required)
Prompt: Enter your handle for identity verification (not shown to guests).
Tip: This adds credibility and helps Viv confirm authenticity. Ensure it’s linked to your public IG persona.
🔹LinkedIn Profile (Optional)
Prompt: Adds another layer of trust for professional guests.
Tip: This field remains private, but it strengthens your internal credibility with the Viv Concierge Team.
✅Final Touches
- Email Verification: Complete this right after sign-up to activate your account.
- Payout Preferences: Get ready to earn! Set up payment immediately, so you can publish your very first experience.
- Preview Profile: Before hitting “Submit,” take one last look. Use the Preview option to see how your profile resonates with the upscale and aspirational vibe you’re creating.
📍Your Time to Shine
You’ve completed the first step toward creating unforgettable experiences. Click “Submit” to lock in your profile and take your place in the Viv Élevé spotlight. Your elevated experience starts now!