Brand Ambassador

Blacksburg/Christiansburg/Radford, VA

Part Time

Mid Level

Join a Fast-Growing, Industry-Leading Company!

NOVA Tastings LLC is one of the fastest-growing beverage sampling companies in Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland. We partner with leading wine, spirits, beer, and ready-to-drink brands to create engaging in-store tasting experiences that connect consumers with products they love.

We're currently seeking energetic, outgoing, and reliable Brand Ambassadors to represent our brands at Kroger and ABC locations in Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Radford. If you enjoy meeting new people, working independently, and creating memorable consumer experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join NOVA Tastings?

Flexible scheduling with most events on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Opportunity to work with premium beverage brands
Paid training and ongoing support
Independent, fun, and social work environment
Opportunities for additional shifts based on performance
Work close to home whenever possible
Join a company that continues to expand throughout Virginia and beyond

Compensation

Paid per completed shift (must meet all event reporting and performance requirements)

Virginia ABC Events
- Single 2-hour shift: $60
- Back-to-back 2-hour shifts: $120
Grocery Store Events
- 4-hour shift: $100

Many Brand Ambassadors work multiple events each month, creating a flexible source of supplemental income.

What You'll Do

Conduct professional in-store beverage tastings
Educate consumers about featured products, flavor profiles, and brand stories
Create a welcoming and engaging experience for shoppers
Encourage product trial and support retail sales
Set up and break down tasting displays
Submit event reports, photos, and required documentation following each event
Represent NOVA Tastings and our supplier partners with professionalism

What We're Looking For

Must be 21 years of age or older
Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable speaking with consumers
Reliable transportation to and from events
Ability to stand for extended periods during events
Strong communication and customer service skills
Dependable, professional, and self-motivated
Smartphone with reliable internet access for reporting

Preferred but Not Required

Experience in hospitality, retail, customer service, marketing, promotions, or beverage sales
Knowledge of wine, spirits, beer, or ready-to-drink cocktails

Availability

Most events take place on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Team members are expected to maintain current availability.

If you're looking for flexible weekend work, enjoy engaging with people, and want to represent exciting beverage brands, apply today and become part of the NOVA Tastings team.

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1 – Beginner: Little to no knowledge beyond personal consumption.
2 – Basic: Familiar with common beer and wine styles and can discuss basic flavor profiles.
3 – Intermediate: Can describe differences between major varietals, beer styles, and production methods.
4 – Advanced: Comfortable educating consumers on regions, styles, tasting notes, food pairings, and production techniques.
5 – Expert: Extensive knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits.*

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