Event Assistant

Flyspace Productions; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative event management company as an Event Operations Assistant! This role offers the chance to work on exciting festivals and live events, where no two days are the same. You'll gain hands-on experience in event production, site coordination, and technical support, all while collaborating closely with a passionate team. If you're eager to learn, enjoy a flexible work environment, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Get ready to make your mark in the vibrant world of event management and production!

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various event production tasks including setup and coordination.
• Support audio, lighting, and stage operations during events.

Skills

Event Production Knowledge

Artistic Process Understanding

Communication Skills

Reliability

Ability to Follow Directions

Flexibility

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Technical Equipment for Events

Audio Equipment

Lighting Equipment

Rigging Equipment

Job description

EVENT OPERATIONS ASSISTANT

Flyspace Productions is a full-service, woman-owned event management and production company. We produce some of the largest festivals and live events in the region, in addition to numerous private, corporate, and community events. We provide our clients with support from a full-service, in-house Production Department that provides technical equipment including concert audio, lighting, truss, and rigging, as well as the largest fleet of Stageline Mobile Stages on the East Coast. Our Creative Department provides exceptional expertise in festival production, event planning, brand activations, and fine art installation.

We are seeking Event Operations Assistants to work with us throughout the year. This work includes assisting in a vast array of work including but not limited to general labor, event production, site coordination, art handling, audio assisting, stage assisting, lighting assisting, event support, and theater production. If you enjoy work in which every day is different, this could be a great fit for you!

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Understanding or interest in event production and/or artistic production
• Willingness to work in a flexible schedule that may include long hours and irregular times, including weekends, nights, & holidays
• Ability to receive, understand, and follow instructions & directions from a supervisor
• Ability to follow directions and ask clarifying questions
• Eagerness to learn & willingness to be trained in existing systems or policies
• Maturity & understanding of an artistic process and the ability to work closely with clients in a diplomatic & professional manner
• Reliable transportation to event sites throughout the area
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Must be at least 18-years old on the date of hire
• Ability to lift, push, and/or carry up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in theater, events, concerts, or other production environments
• Knowledge of best practices in packing technical equipment into box trucks
• Knowledge of different kinds of event production equipment
• Technical skills such as carpentry, lighting, sound, rigging, or AV experience
• The ability to drive a large vehicle such as a van or box truck is preferred

This is an hourly, non-exempt position that is scheduled as needed. The pay range for this position is $15 per hour, with the opportunity for candidates with previous experience, higher-level technical skills, and certifications to be considered for higher rates.

This job description is a summary of duties, which you as an employee are expected to perform in your assignment. It is by no means a comprehensive or all-inclusive list, rather a broad guide to expected duties. As an employee you must understand that a job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of management, any employee may be asked to perform additional duties, responsibilities, or projects without notice. Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Flyspace Productions strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Flyspace Productions recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Flyspace Productions may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.