Live Auction Host

Spirit and Gems; Middletown (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Spirit & Gems LLC in Middletown, VA is seeking an Auction Associate to host live Whatnot auctions and manage inventory and order flow. Training covers operations, shipping, and processing before hosting auctions.

Responsibilities include presenting merchandise, engaging buyers, answering questions, preparing sets, and keeping inventory organized. Part-time shifts may include evenings and weekends; pay is $15/hour plus 5% commission on eligible auction sales after approval to host.

Qualifications

• Experience in live selling or retail is a plus.
• Able to speak clearly on camera and engage viewers.
• Detail-oriented with merchandising and inventory awareness.
• Willing to train in auction operations.
• Part-time availability including evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Host and assist with live Whatnot auctions.
• Present merchandise clearly and enthusiastically.
• Answer buyer questions and interact with viewers.
• Prepare inventory and auction sets before going live.
• Keep sold and unsold merchandise organized.
• Assist with auction closeout, shipping, inventory and operations when not hosting.
• Follow approved pricing, descriptions, promotions and procedures.

Skills

Live selling

On-camera presence

Customer service

Inventory management

Job description

Spirit & Gems LLC | Middletown, VA

$15/hour + 5% commission on eligible live auction sales

Spirit & Gems is hiring an outgoing, dependable Auction Associate to help host and manage our live Whatnot auctions. This position is perfect for someone who is comfortable on camera, enjoys sales, and can keep viewers engaged while accurately presenting jewelry, antiques, vintage items, collectibles, and more.

This role begins with training in our auction operations so you understand inventory, shipping, processing, and order flow before progressing into live auction hosting.

Responsibilities include:

• Hosting and assisting with live Whatnot auctions
• Presenting merchandise clearly and enthusiastically
• Answering buyer questions and interacting with viewers
• Preparing inventory and auction sets before going live
• Keeping sold and unsold merchandise organized
• Assisting with auction closeout, shipping, inventory, and other operations when not hosting
• Following approved pricing, product descriptions, promotions, and auction procedures

We’re looking for someone who is personable, energetic, reliable, comfortable speaking on camera, detail-oriented, and able to learn about a wide variety of merchandise.

Schedule:

Part-time; shifts are scheduled around training and live auctions and may include evenings and weekends.

Pay:

$15/hour for all working time, plus 5% commission on eligible auction sales after approval to independently host auctions.

Previous live selling, retail, sales, jewelry, antiques, or Whatnot experience is a plus, but not required. Training is provided.