storybid/event-runbook/staff-roles.md

Staff Roles Quick Reference

Role	URL	Can do
admin	/admin	Everything
event_manager	/admin/events	Create/edit events, items, bidders; view reports
auctioneer	/staff/auctioneer	Activate lots, call bids, mark sold/pass
spotter	/staff/spotter	Enter floor bids by paddle number
checkin_staff	/staff/check-in	Search bidders, scan QR, mark checked-in
bidder	/	View catalog, place bids, checkout

Auctioneer Workflow (Live Auction)

1. Open /staff/auctioneer on your tablet.
2. Tap Activate on the first lot — this makes it live to all bidder devices.
3. Call the opening bid from the podium; tap Call $X to push the amount to devices.
4. As bids come in (phone or floor), tap Accept with the paddle number.
5. Tap Going Once → Going Twice → Sold to close the lot.
6. Tap Next Lot to advance.

Spotter Workflow

1. Open /staff/spotter on your phone.
2. When you see a floor bid, enter the paddle number and tap Bid.
3. The auctioneer console receives it immediately.

Check-In Workflow

1. Open /staff/check-in on your tablet.
2. Scan the bidder's QR code or search by name/email.
3. Confirm paddle number and assign a table if relevant.
4. Tap Check In — the bidder's device receives their digital paddle.