Live Commerce Host, Beauty - NYC

The PCA Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The PCA Companies in New York City seeks energetic Live Commerce Hosts (Independent Contractors) to present beauty and personal-care products during live shopping events from our NYC studio. You will host, educate viewers in real time, and engage the audience to drive conversions.

Join a team focused on creating engaging live shopping experiences that connect brands with consumers. This on-site role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities to grow with the company.

Qualifications

• Livestream hosting, influencer marketing, or public speaking.
• Energetic, expressive, and comfortable on camera.
• Passionate about beauty — cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, haircare.
• Familiarity with TikTok Live / Whatnot / Instagram Live is a plus.
• Reliable and able to be on-site at the NYC studio for sessions.

Responsibilities

• Host high-energy live shopping events from the NYC studio.
• Demonstrate cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, haircare on camera.
• Explain product features, benefits, usage, and scent profiles in real time.
• Create excitement around offers while staying authentic.
• Follow product info, promos, and livestream guidelines.
• Engage with viewers, answer questions, and drive participation.
• Collaborate with content, marketing, and studio teams to prep talks.
• Stay current on beauty trends and livestream best practices.
• Be open to coaching and adapt on-camera style as needed.

Skills

Livestream hosting

Public speaking

Beauty content creation

Audience engagement

On-camera presence

Job description

Love being on camera? Know how to sell and entertain at the same time? This is your chance to turn that into a real career. The PCA Companies is seeking energetic, camera-confident Live Commerce Hosts (Independent Contractors) to present beauty and personal-care products in live shopping events broadcast from our New York City studio. This role combines on-camera hosting, real-time product education, and audience engagement — turning cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, and haircare storytelling into an entertaining, conversion-driving shopping experience. Ideal for content creators, beauty enthusiasts, influencers, makeup artists, estheticians, fragrance specialists, or brand ambassadors who know how to connect with an audience. A large following is not required.

This is an in-person role based in our NY, NY location.

About The PCA Group Of Companies

The PCA Group of Companies is a global beauty distribution and logistics company with more than 35 years of experience in the beauty industry. We work with thousands of SKUs across prestige, luxury, niche, and mass beauty brands, distributing products through retail, wholesale, and e-commerce channels worldwide. As the beauty industry rapidly shifts toward social commerce and live selling, we are building a team focused on creating engaging live shopping experiences that connect brands directly with consumers.

Live Selling & On-Camera Hosting

• Host high-energy TikTok Live shopping events from the PCA New York City studio on a scheduled basis
• Demonstrate and promote cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, haircare, and personal-care products on camera
• Explain product features, benefits, application techniques, ingredients, and scent profiles in real time
• Create excitement and urgency around offers while staying authentic and on-brand
• Follow prepared product information, promotional messaging, and livestream guidelines for each session

Audience Engagement & Community Interaction

• Interact with viewers throughout each livestream — answering questions, responding to comments, and driving participation
• Think on your feet to handle live audience questions with accuracy and personality
• Build repeat viewership by fostering a welcoming, engaging on-air community

Preparation & Collaboration

• Collaborate with PCA content, marketing, and studio teams to prep products, talking points, and run-of-show for scheduled livestreams
• Stay current on beauty trends, viral products, and livestream best practices
• Remain open to coaching and adjust on-camera style based on performance feedback

Job Requirements

• Livestream selling, TikTok Live/Whatnot hosting, beauty content creation, influencer marketing, makeup artistry, esthetics, fragrance sales, brand ambassador work, retail beauty sales, on-camera hosting, or public speaking
• Energetic, expressive, and comfortable speaking on camera
• Passionate about beauty — cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, haircare, or wellness
• Familiarity with TikTok Live (Whatnot, Instagram Live, or YouTube experience a plus)
• Reliable and able to be on-site at the NYC studio for scheduled sessions
• Available for a flexible schedule, including daytime, evening, or weekend livestreams

Compensation

• $20-$30 per hour based on experience (you will work as an independent contractor, managing your own tax obligations)
• Opportunity for more hours as you grow
• Must comply with brand standards, platform requirements, confidentiality obligations, and livestream guidelines

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The PCA Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We recognize and value the benefits of a diverse workforce.