On-Camera Product Specialist

Job Title: On-Camera Product Specialist

Department: Live Sales

Reports To: VP of Operations

Location: Marion, VA

Job Summary

Blade HQ is looking for an On-Camera Product Specialist to help customers understand and confidently choose the right knife.

This role combines live commerce support with product-focused video creation. You'll appear on camera during live selling shows and in recorded product videos, clearly explaining features, differences, and real-world use cases. Behind the scenes, you'll help ensure live shows are well prepared, accurately executed, and properly reported.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being on camera, values product knowledge, and takes pride in representing products honestly and clearly.

Key Responsibilities

On-Camera Product Presentation

• Present knives and gear on camera in live selling shows and recorded product videos.
• Clearly explain product features, differences, pricing, and use cases.
• Answer customer questions in real time during live shows in a confident, approachable way.
• Represent products accurately and in alignment with Blade HQ's standards of trust and clarity.

Live Selling Execution (approximately one day per week)

• Assist with planning and preparation for live selling shows.
• Set up streaming sets, lighting, and product displays.
• Prepare featured products for live sale, ensuring accuracy and readiness.
• Support the live selling host during shows by tracking information and assisting with logistics.
• Moderate live chat and engage with viewers to maintain a fun, professional environment.

Product Video Content

• Film product-focused videos highlighting new, updated, or featured knives and gear.
• Follow provided outlines or shot lists to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Assist with basic production tasks such as framing, lighting, audio, and product setup.
• Work with editors or content teams to deliver videos on schedule.
• Help identify opportunities to repurpose live selling content into evergreen video.

Collaboration & Process

• Work closely with marketing, product, customer service, and fulfillment teams.
• Ensure product information is accurate, complete, and consistent across channels.
• Provide feedback on products based on customer questions and live interactions.

What We're Looking For

• Comfortable and confident speaking on camera.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Interest in knives, gear, or related products-or a willingness to become an expert.
• Ability to stay calm and effective in live, fast-paced environments.
• Basic computer literacy and comfort using streaming and video tools.
• Reliable follow-through on preparation, reporting, and execution.

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for up to 8 hours on concrete floors.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.
• Safe handling of knives and edged tools.
• Prolonged periods looking at a computer screen.

Work Environment

• Combination of warehouse, studio and office environments.
• Fast-paced and evolving as we test and refine live selling and video formats.
• Team-oriented culture focused on clarity, trust, and execution.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Experience with live selling, video, retail, or product education is a plus, but not required.
• Must be willing to provide a sample (either recorded or live) of on camera product presentation.

About Blade HQ

Blade HQ is one of the world's largest online retailers of knives and outdoor adventure gear. We focus on a wide selection of brands and styles of knives and pocketknives to remain the 'cutting edge' of the knife community.

Blade HQ is an equal opportunity employer All employment decisions at Blade HQ are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Check us out on

Instagram:@bladehq

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/BladeHQ

Facebook: Blade HQ

What makes Blade HQ a great place to work?

The Blade HQ squad is filled with fun, friendly, knife-loving people who are committed to working as a team toward a common goal. We love learning, and our management is committed to providing opportunities for all employees to learn and grow in the company. We are looking for motivated and passionate people (with excellent ping pong skills) to join our team and help us to be epic!

We offer:

• Excellent benefits:
• • 100% paid Medical for employees
  • 50% paid Dental and Vision
  • Free Employee life insurance
  • 3 weeks of PTO given up front with 5 weeks of possible PTO
  • Additional PTO for life events
  • Retirement up to 4% match
  • Short- and Long-term disability
  • Other voluntary benefit options
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid events
• Regular company paid lunches
• Free Snacks, Soda, Ice, and Coffee
• Employee discounts on all products
• Casual dress code
• And much MORE!

If you think you're a good fit for this job and our team, apply NOW!