Now Hiring: General Assistant

Midsouthwest; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Valid driver's license

Job summary

MidSouthWest Talent Competition is seeking a motivated General Assistant to support planning, coordination, and execution of live events and talent competitions. This hands-on role thrives in a fast-paced environment and values reliability, discretion, and attention to detail.

You will help ensure venues are prepared and timelines are met. You will work directly with the production team on pre-event logistics, on-site operations, registration, front-of-house tasks, vendor relations, and

Qualifications

• Prior experience in event production, entertainment, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Physical ability to assist with setup and breakdown as required.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take on diverse responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-event logistics including venue setup, load-in, and equipment staging
• Support coordination of talent, performers, and competition participants
• Serve as a point of contact for vendors, ensuring timely setup and adherence to event timelines
• Manage general on-site tasks as directed by the Event Producer or Lead Coordinator
• Assist with registration, check-in, and front-of-house operations
• Help maintain event schedules and communicate updates across the production team
• Break down and load-out at event conclusion
• Perform various administrative and operational support tasks as needed

Skills

Event production experience

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Flexibility (evenings/weekends)

Physical stamina

Proactive attitude

Job description

MidSouthWest Talent Competition is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented General Assistant to support the planning, coordination, and execution of live events and talent competitions. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and takes pride in making things run smoothly behind the scenes.

As a General Assistant, you will work directly alongside the production team to ensure every event - from intimate showcases to large-scale talent competitions - is delivered with professionalism and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-event logistics including venue setup, load-in, and equipment staging


• Support coordination of talent, performers, and competition participants


• Serve as a point of contact for vendors, ensuring timely setup and adherence to event timelines


• Manage general on-site tasks as directed by the Event Producer or Lead Coordinator


• Assist with registration, check-in, and front-of-house operations


• Help maintain event schedules and communicate updates across the production team


• Break down and load-out at event conclusion


• Perform various administrative and operational support tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Prior experience in event production, entertainment, or a related field preferred


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends


• Physical ability to assist with setup and breakdown as required


• A proactive attitude and willingness to take on diverse responsibilities

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Familiarity with talent competitions, pageants, or live entertainment formats


• Experience working with vendors or production crews


• Valid driver's license

Job Features

Job Category Event Staff