ABOUT THE ROLE
VeeFriends is seeking a high-energy, knowledgeable freelance Coin Live Host (1099 contractor) to present, educate, and sell coins, currency, and precious metals across live shopping platforms.
This role blends numismatic expertise, live entertainment, and real-time selling, requiring someone who can build trust with collectors while driving engagement and conversions during live broadcasts.
As part of VeeFriends’ growing collectibles ecosystem, this host will play a key role in bringing both traditional and innovative coin products to life for a rapidly expanding audience.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Live Selling & Hosting
- Host high-energy, on-camera live shopping streams showcasing coins, bullion, and collectible products
- Clearly present items, communicate value, and drive real-time purchasing decisions
- Maintain strong viewer engagement, momentum, and retention throughout multi-hour broadcasts
Education & Trust-Building
- Explain coin grading, rarity, condition, and historical significance in a clear and engaging way
- Answer live questions and build credibility with both new and experienced collectors
- Ensure transparency and accuracy in all product descriptions
Live Commerce & Growth
- Apply live shopping best practices to improve conversion, engagement, and repeat viewership
- Collaborate cross-functionally with the Live Commerce team to understand performance metrics and optimize shows
- Provide feedback and insights to improve platform analytics, content strategy, and overall channel growth
Community & Brand Building
- Actively build and engage a loyal collector community around VeeFriends
- Bring personality, storytelling, and consistency to develop a recognizable on-screen presence
- Support content creation beyond live shows, including social media and promotional content
Product & Strategy Input
- Provide feedback to internal teams on product performance, audience preferences, and market trends
Collaborate with product and broader teams to inform future coin offerings and collectibles strategy - Stay current on market pricing, trends, and collector demand
WHO YOU ARE
On-Camera Talent
- Confident, engaging, and high-energy personality with strong live presentation skills
- Comfortable improvising, managing chat interaction, and maintaining momentum during extended streams
Live Commerce Experience
- Experience with live selling, auctions, or content-driven commerce strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of audience engagement, urgency, and conversion in a live format
Numismatic Knowledge
- Background in coins, bullion, or collectibles (professional or personal)
- Understanding of grading systems and major grading companies (e.g., PCGS, NGC)
- Ability to identify key details such as strike quality, surface marks, and authenticity
Adaptability & Growth Mindset
- Ability to quickly learn and represent the VeeFriends brand, products, and storytelling
- Excited to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment and grow with the team
Collaboration & Ownership
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with production, operations, and growth teams
- Interested in contributing beyond hosting — including content, strategy, and community development
Additional Skills
- Familiarity with streaming tools (OBS, Streamyard, etc.) preferred
- Strong attention to detail and professionalism in customer-facing environments
WHY VEEFRIENDS?
This is an opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing live commerce ecosystem at a brand that sits at the intersection of collectibles, entertainment, and community.
Top performers will have the opportunity to:
- Grow their on-camera presence and personal brand
- Play a role in shaping future collectible products
- Become a key face within VeeFriends’ live commerce channels
- Expand into additional categories across the VeeFriends ecosystem
TERMS & COMPENSATION
- Freelance, 1099 independent contractor role
- Compensation: $25–$30/hour, based on experience and performance
- Up to 25 hours per week
- On-site role based in NYC
- Opportunities for increased hours, recurring programming, and expanded responsibilities based on performance
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
- Schedule: Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends for live shows
- Environment: In-person studio setting in NYC, with camera monitoring for production and security