Live Production & Stage Support Assistant

Playbill, Inc.; Fort Lee (NJ); Hybrid; USD 207,000 - 241,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas & mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Playbill, Inc. in Fort Lee, New Jersey seeks an Office Production Assistant to support our educational theater programs and live events. This part-time role bridges office operations and on-site production, with occasional evenings and weekends.

You will manage props/wardrobe, assist with load-in/load-out, transport performers, and provide basic sound/AV support as needed. Travel within the tri-state area is expected.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in production, theater, or live events preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Comfortable driving company or personal vehicle (gas/mileage reimbursed).
• Interest in technology and willingness to learn basic sound and A/V systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions, manage time, and work independently.
• Availability for periodic weekends and evenings.
• Comfortable working in schools, performance spaces, and offices.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the tri-state area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general office tasks such as printing, note-taking, organizing materials, and on-site supervision.
• Organize, catalog, maintain, and manage props, costumes, and wardrobe for performances and programs.
• Prepare, load, transport, set up, and break down performance sets, props, and technical equipment.
• Drive to performances and programs and assist on-site as needed.
• Transport performers and teaching artists to and from performances when required.
• Monitor basic sound and A/V support during performances (training provided).
• Ensure materials and equipment are returned and stored properly for future use.
• Communicate clearly with office staff, performers, and teaching artists to ensure smooth execution.
• Support additional production and office needs as they arise.

Skills

Driving

Organization

Time Management

Communication

Attention to detail

A/V basics

Travel readiness

Independent work

Job description

Playbill, Inc. in Fort Lee, New Jersey seeks an Office Production Assistant to support our educational theater programs and live events. This part-time role bridges office operations and on-site production, with occasional evenings and weekends.

You will manage props/wardrobe, assist with load-in/load-out, transport performers, and provide basic sound/AV support as needed. Travel within the tri-state area is expected.