Live Streaming Sales Associate (Part-Time, Flexible)
Location:
- In-Office – Hoffman Estates
Schedule:
- Part-Time, Flexible (20–30 hours per week)
- Must be available evenings and weekends
- This role does not offer weekday daytime-only hours
Pay:
- $25.00 per hour (based on experience)
About Us
The Heartland Roadshow is expanding into live selling and looking for an energetic, sales-driven individual to help grow our presence on platforms like Whatnot.
We host live auction-style events featuring jewelry and coins, where customers engage and purchase in real time. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of building a fast-growing sales channel from the ground up.
Job Summary
The Live Streaming Sales Associate is responsible for driving sales during live online events by presenting products, engaging with customers, and creating an exciting, high-energy buying experience.
You’ll play a key role in helping us grow our live-selling business by combining strong communication skills, sales ability, and real-time customer interaction.
Responsibilities
- Participate in live sales events on platforms such as Whatnot
- Present products in an engaging, persuasive, and high-energy manner
- Interact with live viewers, answer questions, and encourage purchasing activity
- Create urgency and excitement to maximize sales during live events
- Prepare products for live shows (sorting, organizing, light research)
- Maintain organization and accuracy when handling inventory
- Collaborate with team members to improve show performance and sales strategy
- Assist with other online sales channels (e.g., eBay) as needed
Qualifications
Required
- Experience in sales, retail, or customer-facing roles OR
- Experience with live streaming or live selling on streaming platforms
- Strong communication skills and engaging personality
- Ability to think quickly and adapt in a fast-paced, live environment
- Reliable with consistent work history
Preferred
- Experience selling on Whatnot or similar platforms
- Experience selling jewelry, coins, or collectibles
- Familiarity with eCommerce platforms (e.g., eBay)
What We’re Looking For
- High energy and engaging presence
- Strong sales instincts and ability to influence buyers
- Comfortable interacting in a live, real-time environment (on camera exposure may be part of the role)
- Quick thinker who can adapt on the fly
- Self-motivated and performance-driven
- Dependable and accountable
Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Training and growth opportunities
Additional Information
- Work Location: In person – Hoffman Estates
- Part-Time, Flexible (20–30 hours per week)
- Must be available evenings and weekends
- This role does not offer weekday daytime-only hours
The Heartland Roadshow is committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process. We evaluate candidates based on experience, skills, and alignment with the role.
If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.