SHELTER · 2 weeks ago
Wedding & Engagement Jewelry Specialist
Washington, DC
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.50/hr - $19.50/hrSHELTER is seeking a part-time Wedding & Engagement Jewelry Specialist for their 'Wedding Wing' to assist couples in selecting meaningful jewelry pieces. The role involves providing education, design insight, and high-touch service to create a calm and joyful experience for clients.
Retail
Responsibilities
Lead wedding + commitment consultations (in-store)
Educate clients on stones, metal choices, durability, price ranges, and timelines
Provide styling recommendations for bands, stacks, and everyday wear
Track leads, notes, and communication clearly
Help create an experience that feels calm, celebratory, and pressure-free
Qualification
Required
Have prior fine-jewelry experience
Are confident discussing gemstones, metals, styles, and jewelry care
Are warm, patient, and genuinely love guiding people through big decisions
Thrive in a boutique environment where service is everything
Are organized, detail-driven, and comfortable managing multiple clients at once
Proven experience in fine jewelry sales or bridal jewelry
Prior knowledge of diamonds, colored stones, metals and settings
Comfort with higher-ticket sales and thoughtful upselling
Excellent communication — written and verbal
High emotional intelligence and professionalism
Ability to balance warmth with accuracy and trust
Preferred
Experience with Shopify, Hubspot, or POS systems is helpful — but we can train the right person
Company
SHELTER
Shelter is a contemporary shop and studio for meaningful jewelry and distinctive gifts.
Founded in 2018
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Mallory Sweetbaum
Founder
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