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ABOUT VEEFRIENDS VeeFriends is a contemporary entertainment company that combines art, storytelling, collecting, events, and innovative technologies to build a community around a movement of kindness and positivity. The company’s mission is to scale its unique VeeFriends characters and their attributes to create a better world. These characters foster a sense of community and inspire creativity, self-discovery, accountability, and personal growth. Originally hand-drawn by Gary Vaynerchuk, the VeeFriends universe consists of 283 characters — each representing traits and qualities he admires and aims to inspire in others. 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 The pay range for this role is: 25 - 30 USD per hour (VeeFriends Main Work Location) #J-18808-Ljbffr