PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

Fosteratx; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; Part time

Job summary

A leading event production company in Austin, Texas, is seeking Production Assistants for contract-based roles during events. You will support the team with event load-ins, activations, and load-outs, contributing to the seamless execution of each event. Ideal candidates should be physical capable, adaptable, and reliable. Flexibility for evening and weekend shifts is required, and compensation will be based on experience and project scope. Join us in bringing events to life!

Qualifications

• Prior experience in production or related physical labor roles preferred but not required.
• Must be able to comfortably lift and carry 30+ lbs.
• Strong ability to take direction and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation and breakdown of event materials.
• Support the production team with load-in and load-out.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.

Skills

Event Setup & Strike

Logistics Support

Assembly

Operational Support

Adaptability

Job description

We are seeking dependable and hardworking Production Assistants to support our team during event load-ins, activations, and load-outs. This role is highly physical and hands-on, requiring comfort with lifting, moving, and assembling event materials. As a Production Assistant, you will work closely with the production team to ensure all event elements are set up safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This position is essential in bringing event concepts to life and supporting seamless execution on-site. This role is contract-based and is not a full-time position. Specific contract duration will be determined by the project.

To note: to be eligible to apply, you must be available Thursday, March 12 - Saturday, March 14 as it is event-specific for SX.

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

[ SKILLS & ABILITIES ]

Event Setup & Strike: Assist with the installation and breakdown of event materials, furniture, décor, signage, and equipment.

Logistics Support: Support the production team and vendors with load-in, load-out, deliveries, and on-site organization.

Assembly: Assist in assembling and disassembling event structures and staging elements.

Operational Support: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace throughout the duration of load-in and strike.

Adaptability: Jump in to support other departments and team members as needed to ensure smooth event execution.

[ QUALIFICATIONS ]

Experience: Prior experience in production or related physical labor roles preferred but not required.

Physical Demands: Must be able to comfortably lift and carry 30+ lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Teamwork: Strong ability to take direction and work collaboratively as part of a team.

Dependability: Reliable, punctual, and proactive with a strong work ethic.

Flexibility: Must be available for evening and weekend shifts depending on event schedule.

[ DETAILS ]

Title: Production Assistant

Type: Contract-based

Rate: Compensation will be determined based on experience and project scope.

Schedule: Project-based; hours vary depending on event schedule.