Live Seller / Host

Thredup; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2% commission on net sales

Flexible schedule

Independent contractor engagement

Job summary

ThredUP is seeking a dynamic Whatnot live-show host at our Lancaster, TX distribution center. You’ll bring secondhand fashion stories to life, showcase pieces on camera, and turn viewers into buyers in real time.

This independent contractor role requires energy, strong fashion knowledge, and ability to interact with customers as shows run 2+ hours. You’ll pull items, highlight fabrics and fit, answer questions live, and track what sells to inform product teams.

Qualifications

• Comfortable on camera for 2+ hour shifts.
• Background in content creation or performance (live selling on Whatnot, theatre, dance, improv).
• Passion for fashion, secondhand, and sustainability.
• Deep product knowledge: fashion brands, fabrics, fit, and quality.
• Adaptable, quick-witted, and engaging with viewers.

Responsibilities

• Host live shows on Whatnot and other platforms, sourced by ThredUP.
• Pull and prepare pieces; know brand, size, condition, and price before the live show.
• Show each piece clearly: fabric, fit, flaws, styling ideas.
• Run the pace of the show; keep energy up and product moving.
• Answer viewer questions in real time and respond to chat.
• Track what sells and flag trends to product/merchandising teams.

Skills

On-camera hosting

Content creation

Performance background

Fashion knowledge

Live selling

Viewer interaction

Job description

The Role

You'll be the face of ThredUP's Whatnot live shows, selling secondhand fashion and representing the ThredUP brand on camera from inside our distribution center, surrounded by real inventory. You'll pull pieces, bring their stories to life, and turn viewers into buyers in real time. This isn't a script you read. It's an entertaining, interactive show where customers can discover and shop ThredUP's unique inventory.

In This Role You'll Get To

• Host live shows on Whatnot and other live selling platforms, sourced and selected directly by ThredUP.
• Pull and prepare pieces before each show; know the brand, size, condition, and price before the live show.
• Show each piece clearly: fabric, fit, flaws, styling ideas
• Run the pace of the show; keep energy up, keep product moving, keep viewers watching
• Answer viewer questions in real time and respond to chat throughout the stream
• Track what sells and flag trends back to the product and merchandising teams; what moved fast, what didn't, what viewers asked for

What We're Looking For

• Comfortable on camera for 2+ hour shifts, sustained energy the whole time
• Preference for background in content creation or performance (live selling on Whatnot, strong on-camera performer with or theatre, dance, improv/comedy, or similar performance based environments )
• Interest in and passion for fashion, secondhand, and sustainability
• Real product knowledge in fashion: brands, fabrics, fit, how to spot quality secondhand pieces
• Quick on your feet: you can handle questions, respond to comments, and keep a show moving
• Comfortable in a warehouse environment: on your feet, handling inventory, moving at a fast pace
• Experience with technology, AI workflows, and data analysis

Compensation

• Compensation will consist of an hourly rate, plus a 2% commission on the net sales of items sold during live shows. For example, if a 2-hour live show drives $5,000 in sales, the host earns 2% commission ($100 or an extra $50 per hour).
• Performance-based schedule growth: more shows and higher commissions slots as you ramp

Schedule

• Able to commute to ThredUP's Lancaster, TX distribution center
• Flexible shift structure: shows are scheduled based on peak viewer traffic, with morning, midday, evening, and weekend start times available
• Expect 2-3 shows per week to start, with more added as we ramp the program

This role is structured as an independent contractor engagement with ThredUP Inc. and is not an employee position. The contractor will be responsible for managing their own taxes, insurance, and other obligations associated with independent contractor status. Independent contractors are not eligible for ThredUP employee benefits.

What We Offer

At ThredUP, we value infinite learning. We also believe that each person should help drive the business. As a member of the thredUP team, you'll be encouraged to speakUP, think big, ask questions and seek the truth, and help influence outcomes for our business and customers. You'll have the opportunity to work with passionate and supportive team members who encourage new ideas, feedback and collaboration. We have a talented leadership team that encourages transparency and they will support you in maximizing your experience and impact.

We believe diversity, inclusion and belonging is key for our team

At ThredUP, our mission has been built on extending the lives of millions of unique clothing items. Much like our inventory, we are proud to have fostered a workplace that is one-of-a-kind. As a company focused on diversity, inclusion and belonging, we are committed to ensuring our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work every day. A unique perspective is critical to solving complex problems and inspiring a new generation to think secondhand first. Be you.

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