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Freelance Retail Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Educate the retail staff members on the brands you are supporting for the day by sharing product ... Productive coaching & community This is a W2 employee position with Headkount, not a freelance or ...

Educate the retail staff members on the brands you are supporting for the day by sharing product ... Productive coaching & community This is a W2 employee position with Headkount, not a freelance or ...

Brand Advisor - Denver

Denver, CO ยท On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Educate the retail staff members on the brands you are supporting for the day by sharing product ... Productive coaching & community This is a W2 employee position with Headkount, not a freelance or ...

Brand Specialist - Denver, CO

Denver, CO ยท On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Represent brands within an assigned territory and retailers to drive sales and brand awareness ... We hire employees, not just freelancers! * Competitive Pay * Accrue PTO * Health Insurance (when ...

Brand Specialist - Denver, CO

Denver, CO ยท On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Represent brands within an assigned territory and retailers to drive sales and brand awareness ... We hire employees, not just freelancers! * Competitive Pay * Accrue PTO * Health Insurance (when ...

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How much do freelance retail jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance retail in Colorado is $50.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.53 and $64.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance retail?

A Freelance Retail job involves working independently to support retail businesses on a temporary or contract basis. This could include tasks such as merchandising, product demonstrations, sales consulting, or mystery shopping. Freelancers in retail have the flexibility to choose their clients and projects, allowing them to work with multiple brands or stores. They are typically responsible for managing their schedules, negotiating pay, and ensuring they meet the specific needs of each retailer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in freelance retail?

To excel in Freelance Retail, you need in-depth product knowledge, strong sales abilities, and experience in merchandising or inventory management. Familiarity with POS systems, e-commerce platforms, and digital marketing tools is often required, sometimes supported by retail sales certifications. Outstanding customer service, self-motivation, and effective time management are vital soft skills in this flexible role. These capabilities help freelance retail professionals maximize sales, build strong client relationships, and efficiently manage multiple contracts or clients.

What are some common challenges faced by freelance retail professionals, and how can they be managed?

Freelance Retail professionals often encounter challenges such as inconsistent workflows, adapting to different store environments or brands, and balancing multiple client expectations. Successfully managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and the ability to quickly learn new processes for each assignment. Building a reliable network of clients and maintaining a flexible schedule can help provide steadier work opportunities. Additionally, staying current with retail trends and technology ensures you can adapt to evolving market demands and deliver valuable results to your clients.

What are the most commonly searched types of Retail jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Retail jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Freelance Retail jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Freelance Retail job openings:

Infographic showing various Freelance Retail job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,342 per year, or $50.2 per hour.

Sales & Education Advisor - Denver (Freelance)

ILIA, Inc.

Denver, CO โ€ข On-site

$25 - $28/hr

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Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description

We are seeking an experienced beauty advisor that is passionate about the clean color category and safe, performance driven ingredients. They will be an example and advocate of the ILIA lifestyle and a champion of our in-store presence and client experience. Strong communication skills are critical for this candidate as it will enable them to educate the store teams on our unique point of difference. This entry level position will have significant positive impact on our retail sales performance and overall ranking.
This role is open to candidates located in the Denver, CO metropolitan area and reports into the Sales, Artistry & Education Account Executive, Plains.
ILIA Sales and Education Advisor's responsibilities include:
Sales
  • Drive and exceed sales goals as determined by ILIA through store visits for support, events and relationship building.
  • Coordinate store visit schedule with manager and strategize plans to achieve sales goals and execute corporate initiatives.
  • Create monthly calendar to support focus doors and to achieve sales goals.
  • Superior selling skills with proven ability to set and achieve sales goals
  • Effective and engaging training skills that deliver consistent sales results
  • Proven ability to build relationships, drive sales and provide outstanding customer service
  • Partner with store and brand field leadership team, to ensure new store openings are executed

Training, Events & Education
  • Educate store teams on hero products to increase the BAs ability to recommend products to clients and drives retail sale
  • Develop brand advocates in stores by training them on key selling and service behaviors that drive sales, building relationships with clients and grow loyalty.
  • Track and monitor event sales impact.
  • Initiate innovative ways to impact sales and drive retail results.
  • Train all retail associates, inter-sell associates and freelancers on all brand products and the appropriate selling skills needed to achieve sales goals.

Calendar Execution
  • Activate store visit calendar, and recap store successes, opportunities, and action plan post-visit.
  • Provide detailed weekly recap of business opportunities, callouts, and celebrations.

Communication
  • Communicate with manager regularly via status call. Prepare updates as directed.
  • Communicate with store Leadership in collaboration with manager regarding brand opportunities.
  • Communicate stock concerns to manager and retailer partners as needed to support business.

  • Must have reliable form of transportation
  • 2+ years of beauty industry experience as a professional make-up artist or brand ambassador
  • Currently live in the territory listed in job posting
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays
  • Exceptional time management and communication skills
  • Ability to work on your feet for 6-8 hours
  • Ability to lift at least 30 lbs

What can help you really stand out:
  • 1+ years Sephora training and selling experience with established relationships
  • Passion in the Clean Beauty Category

What we would like to offer...
  • Base rate: $25-28/hour*
  • ILIA Products - Quarterly stipend to replenish your favorite products and try new ones

*This is the anticipated hourly rate for this position. The hourly rate offered will carefully consider a few factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
About ILIA
ILIA makes clean skin-centric beauty. We see skincare and makeup as one and believe that skin should look like skin. With transparency as our guide and color as our vehicle, we challenge the conventions of clean beauty to create something radically new, through safe, groundbreaking formulas that protect + revive the skin. Headquartered in Laguna Beach, California, ILIA brings together a strong group of innovative thinkers, rule-breakers and creative problem solvers. We pave the way forward as the leading clean makeup brand in what is being called the Clean Beauty Revolution. Fast paced growth provides constant learning, collaborative teamwork, and the desire to be the best at what you do. We celebrate taking risks and doing what hasn't been done before.