ArtsCrew Program Assistant

Brown University; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Brown University is looking for an ArtsCrew Program Assistant to join the Brown Arts Institute. In this role, you will assist in planning and evaluating events while providing support across various focus areas including exhibitions and marketing.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a passion for arts and culture. Key responsibilities include event support and willingness to learn new skills. Brown University offers competitive benefits and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Interest and passion for a career in arts, culture, or entertainment.
• Willingness to learn technical skills such as ticketing software or basic production equipment.
• Production or preparator shifts must be able to lift 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and evaluating programs and events.
• Provide support in areas like exhibitions, marketing, and visitor services.
• Serve as ushers for events when required.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative spirit

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

ArtsCrew Program Assistant – Brown Arts Institute (BAI), a university‑wide research enterprise founded in 2021 that commissions, presents, and supports new artistic work across campus and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and evaluating programs and events.
• Provide hands‑on support in the following focus areas: creative technologies, exhibitions, marketing & communications, production, programming, visitor services, and other administrative tasks.
• Accept flexible scheduling averaging 5–20 hours per week as operational needs dictate.
• Support events across BAI venues and occasionally on other parts of Brown University’s campus.
• Serve as ushers for events when required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Interest and passion for a career in arts, culture, or entertainment.
• High school diploma or equivalent (required).

Competencies (some role‑dependent)

• Effective communication and collaborative spirit.
• Foundational understanding of arts operations; prior familiarity is a plus, but not required.
• Eagerness to engage in event support roles.
• Willingness to learn technical skills such as ticketing software or basic production equipment.
• Commitment to professional development within the arts.
• Proactive engagement and attention to detail.
• Production or preparator shifts must be able to lift 40 pounds; all positions may require extended standing.

Benefits

Brown provides competitive benefits as detailed in the university’s Benefits of Working at Brown overview. All employment offers are contingent upon a successful background check. This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.