Social Media Shop Live Host

Rue Gilt Groupe; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rue Gilt Groupe in Boston, MA is seeking a social media shop live host to conduct in‑studio live selling sessions, style products, and engage viewers in real‑time. The role is in person in Boston’s Seaport District and requires a confident on‑camera presence across multi‑hour streams.

Applicants should have 1–3 years of live hosting experience, strong fashion sense, and the ability to convert viewers into shoppers through entertaining, authentic broadcasts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's in communications, marketing, theater, broadcasting, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of on‑camera, live‑streaming, broadcast, or public‑facing presentation experience (live commerce, QVC/HSN‑style selling, or TikTok/Instagram LIVE strongly preferred).
• 1–3 years of hands‑on experience in on‑camera hosting, content creation, or live selling considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Host Live Streams: Lead interactive session showcasing fashion collections.
• Drive Engagement & Sales: Present clothing & accessories while discussing fit, fabric, and styling tips, and answer viewer questions in real‑time to boost conversions.
• Bring the Energy: Maintain high enthusiasm, charm, and professionalism throughout extended live broadcasts.
• Collaborate & Strategy: Work with production and marketing to plan live promotional hooks, flash sales, and content flow.

Skills

Fashion sense

Camera presence

Live streaming

Audience engagement

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's in communications/marketing/theater/broadcasting

Tools

Live streaming gear

TikTok Live

Instagram Live

Whatnot

TalkShopLive

Job description

Title of role: Social Media Shop Live Host

Location: Boston, MA----In person

Approved Salary Range: $40-$65/hr

About The Role

Are you obsessed with the latest fashion trends and love connecting with people on camera? We’re looking for a confident, high‑energy, and fashion‑forward Live Host to join our talent pool & represent Gilt. In this role, you’ll host dynamic live selling streams right from our studio in Boston’s Seaport District. You’ll style products, engage with a live audience in real‑time, and convert viewers into loyal shoppers through entertaining, authentic live commerce.

Key Responsibilities

• Host Live Streams: Lead interactive Social Site Live session showcasing our fashion collections.
• Drive Engagement & Sales: Present clothing & accessories while discussing fit, fabric, and styling tips, and answer viewer questions in real‑time from viewers to build rapport and boost conversions.
• Bring the Energy: Maintain high enthusiasm, charm, and professionalism throughout extended live broadcasts & social teasers.
• Collaborate & Strategy: Work closely with our production and marketing team to plan live promotional hooks, flash sales, and content flow.

Experience And Background Needed

• Fashion-Obsessed: A strong passion for trends, styling, and talking about apparel naturally.
• Camera-Confident Personality: Outgoing, charismatic, and comfortable being live on camera for multi‑hour sessions.
• Live Social Media Hosting Experience: Prior experience in live commerce (TikTok Shop, TalkShopLive, Whatnot, Instagram Live, Etc.) Is Strongly Preferred.
• Quick Problem Solver: Ability to improvise and quick to pivot while conducting live chat commentary and keep engagement on the stream moving at a productive pace.
• Schedule Flexibility: Required to support a dynamic, testing‑based production calendar. Core Days: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays (with occasional Saturdays). Production Windows: Must be available for both day and evening testing blocks: Mid‑Day Block: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST; Evening Block: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's in communications, marketing, theater, broadcasting, or a related field preferred

Years Of Experience

• 1–3 years of on‑camera, live‑streaming, broadcast, or public‑facing presentation experience (live commerce, QVC/HSN‑style selling, or TikTok/Instagram LIVE strongly preferred).
• 1–3 years of hands‑on experience in on‑camera hosting, content creation, or live selling considered in lieu of a degree.
• 1–3 years of work experience within live audience engagement; Prior experience in retail, sales, or product demonstration a plus.

Technical Skills

• Operating live‑streaming setups (ring lights, mics, cameras, teleprompters) and troubleshooting basic AV issues.
• Working familiarity with the Social Media Live platforms—pinning products, running promos, managing the live cart, and reading real‑time engagement.
• Ability to interpret live metrics (viewer count, GMV, conversion, engagement) and adjust delivery accordingly.
• Advanced understanding of social media content trends and short‑form video best practices.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employee(s) assigned to this job. Rue Gilt Groupe reserves the right at any time, with or without notice, to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities within your general skill set or capabilities. Rue Gilt Groupe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

What We Offer

Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work and carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, certification(s), license(s), skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may also include bonus/commission, stock options, 401(k) participation, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

Work Authorization

Rue Gilt Groupe requires all applicants to be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Rue Gilt Groupe is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Us

Ready for the most memorable – and stylish – experience of your professional career? Then join us at Rue Gilt Groupe. Combining three complementary brands, Rue La La, Gilt, and Shop Simon, we are the premier off‑price e‑commerce portfolio company. Our model defined the online treasure hunt through its daily sale events allowing our customers to discover over 5,000 premium and luxury brands at prices up to 70% off full‑price retail. We believe in fashion for all, sparking delight through daily discovery and shopping as an occasion to celebrate! World‑class merchandising, technology and marketing bring our shopping experience to life, and we hire world‑class people to do it. Living our values and being empowered, tenacious, passionate, collaborative, innovative, and kind is something we strive for every single day. We meet over coffee and brainstorm new ways to spark delight for our members. Volunteer on‑ and off‑hours together. Plan some serious surprises for our coworkers, because nothing ignites innovation like a breakfast cereal buffet or an afternoon slice of cake.

And we don't hesitate to use our associate discount – after all, we're as enthusiastic about style as our customers. The way we work? It's so much more than what happens between the weekends. It empowers us to think, create, and innovate, so we can deliver the first‑rate experience today's customer’s demand.

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