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Retail Associate

Eau Claire, WI · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

About Us Hello Adorn is a fast-growing, design-forward handmade jewelry brand, rooted in quality craftsmanship, a clear brand vision, and a commitment to exceptional customer experience. With both a ...

About Us Hello Adorn is a fast-growing, design-forward handmade jewelry brand, rooted in quality craftsmanship, a clear brand vision, and a commitment to exceptional customer experience. With both a ...

FAF Inc. is a leading supplier of jewelry and accessories, known for its design and merchandising ... Creates designs from concept sketches to finished renderings or handmade samples * Creates product ...

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How much do handmade jewelry jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for handmade jewelry in the United States is $25.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $32.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do I get a job making jewelry?

To get a job making jewelry, develop skills in jewelry design and craftsmanship, often through courses or apprenticeships. Build a portfolio of your work, gain experience in a workshop or studio, and apply to jewelry studios, craft shops, or start your own business. Knowledge of tools like pliers, soldering equipment, and materials such as metals and gemstones is essential.

What is a Handmade Jewelry job?

A Handmade Jewelry job involves designing, creating, and assembling jewelry pieces by hand using various materials like metals, beads, gemstones, and wires. Artisans use specialized tools and techniques such as soldering, wire wrapping, and engraving to craft unique, high-quality pieces. This job often includes sourcing materials, following design trends, and marketing or selling products online or in stores. Some jewelry makers work independently, while others collaborate with brands or custom clients. Creativity, attention to detail, and craftsmanship are essential skills for success in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Handmade Jewelry position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Handmade Jewelry, you need a keen eye for design, skilled craftsmanship, and proficiency in jewelry-making techniques, often developed through hands-on experience or specialized courses. Familiarity with essential tools such as jeweler's pliers, soldering equipment, and beading systems is important, and formal certifications in jewelry design can be an asset. Creativity, patience, attention to detail, and strong time management skills set apart successful artisans in this field. These skills and qualities are vital for creating high-quality, marketable pieces and maintaining customer satisfaction in a competitive marketplace.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Handmade Jewelry?

Daily responsibilities in Handmade Jewelry often include designing new pieces, sourcing and organizing materials, handcrafting jewelry using various techniques, and performing quality checks on finished items. You may also spend time photographing products, updating inventory, fulfilling customer orders, and promoting your work through online platforms or local markets. Collaboration with clients to create custom pieces and interactions with suppliers for materials are also common. This dynamic blend of creative work and business tasks keeps each day interesting and offers opportunities to refine both artistic and entrepreneurial skills.

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Infographic showing various Handmade Jewelry job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,775 per year, or $25.9 per hour.
Jewelry Part Time Sales Associate

Jewelry Part Time Sales Associate

Dandelion Jewelry

Princeton, NJ • On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Jewelry Sales Associate
Dandelion in Princeton, NJ is seeking to hire a Jewelry Sales Associate to develop relationships with customers and enthusiastically share the handmade work of local and international artists. This year round position has a flexible schedule with shifts Monday through Sunday between the hours of 10 am and 8 pm.
We offer great pay and amazing perks including the opportunity to meet talented artists and learn about their unique processes as well as employee discounts and gift cards to make owning pieces more accessible. Do you love expressing yourself through jewelry? Do you find yourself searching for new and unique artists on social media? Do you have strong customer service skills and the desire to help others? If so, apply today!
ABOUT DANDELION
Dandelion is a boutique jewelry store with an affinity for hand-crafted accessories sourced honestly from around the globe. We strive to stay on the cutting edge of fashion, providing visibility for new artists and accessibility for our customers to stay ahead of the trends. Unwilling to sacrifice ethics and quality, we travel the globe in search of new pieces, empowering artists and supporting communities along the way. As a family-owned and female-fronted business, we build relationships with every person who enters our shop. This devotion to our customers has fostered an environment that we can be proud of.
We owe a great deal of our success to our amazing team. That is why we offer competitive compensation and an amazing team environment. Here at Dandelion, talent is cultivated and individual interests are able to grow toward advancement in the company. Come join our team and start your exciting career today!
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A JEWELRY SALES ASSOCIATE
As a Jewelry Sales Associate, you bring the handmade work of local and international artists to life in our store. Our shops carry a range of designers all of whom share our dedication to ethically-responsible working conditions and ethically-sourced materials. By taking advantage of opportunities to learn about artists and materials, learn how jewelry is crafted, and meet artists, you can easily share that knowledge and excitement with our customers.
Using your excellent customer service skills, you help our customers find the perfect gift, whether they seek a small token of appreciation or that special piece to celebrate one of life's bigger moments. To drive traffic to the store, you reach out to current customers and share new pieces with them. With your warm demeanor, you develop strong relationships with our customers and make Dandelion stores a part of the community. You love working in a team environment where you work together to achieve store and personal sales goals as well as provide exceptional customer service.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Customer service skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends, especially during the holiday season

Are you enthusiastic and energetic? Can you easily switch gears and stay on the move? Are you reliable and punctual? Do you work well in a team environment? Do you enjoy interacting with customers? If so, you may be the perfect part-time Jewelry Sales Associate to join our team!
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this part-time position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!