Production Assistant - THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride, OKC

American Heritage Companies; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Rail Events Productions in Oklahoma City is seeking a Production Assistant to support Production Managers across all aspects of the event, including cast, crew, food service, ticketing, transportation, load-in, load-out, and coordination with train operations and third-party contractors. The role reports to Production and Stage Management, offering a hands-on experience with a moving train production.

You may assist in any event-related items as required, and must adapt to varied schedules,

Qualifications

• Experience with special events and theatrical events.
• Valid US driver’s license and able to drive a minivan or passenger van.
• Experience handling petty cash and writing expense reports.
• Ability to work alongside the production staff as a team member in an ever-changing environment.
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation and attention to detail as well as excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, recognize, and solve practical problems and resolve issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist REP management team during load-in and load-out with day-to-day production needs.
• Act as runner to shop for supplies.
• Drive actors to/from remote performance site.
• Work with the production staff during load-out to ensure that event space is returned to the railroad appropriately.
• Become familiar with railroad safety rules.
• Work with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Special events experience

Theatrical events experience

Valid US driver's license

Driving minivan or passenger van

Petty cash handling

Expense reporting

Teamwork and collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Oklahoma City, OK 73111

Position Type: Temporary

Job Shift: Day

Job Title: Production Assistant THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride

Division/Department: Rail Events Productions/Crew

Reports To: Production Management

Type of position: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Employee Classification: Temporary

Compensation: $16.50/hour

Job Summary

The Production Assistant is responsible for assisting the Production Managers in all aspects of the event, including cast, crew, food service, ticketing, transportation, load-in, load-out, and communication with both train operations and other third-party contractors. They work under the supervision of the Production Managers and Stage Managers. Because of the nature of the live event, they may be required to assist in any event-related items as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist REP management team during load-in and load-out with day-to-day production needs
• Act as runner to shop for supplies
• Drive actors to/from remote performance site
• Work with the production staff during load-out to ensure that event space is returned to the railroad appropriately
• Become familiar with railroad safety rules
• Work with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Skill & Work Experience Requirements

• Experience with special events and theatrical events
• Valid US driver’s license and able to drive a minivan or passenger van
• Experience handling petty cash and writing expense reports
• Ability to work alongside the production staff as a team member in an ever-changing environment
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation and attention to detail as well as excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, recognize, and solve practical problems and resolve issues
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written formCommitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams that can include seasonal employees

Work Environment

• Majority of time spent in an event setting
• Varied schedules requiring evenings, weekends, overtime, and holidays
• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Varying temperatures and weather conditions; both indoor and outdoor
• Able to stand and walk on uneven or unsteady surfaces aboard a moving train
• Time spent in and around active railroad yard

What’s in it for you?

• Join the cast and crew of a one-of-a-kind performance on a moving train
• Serve others and create a world of make-believe and magic
• Competitive pay and a chance to build upon your theater network and make lifelong connections
• Enrich and positively impact the experience for all – big and small
• Be part of an inclusive team in a supportive environment with high expectations for self and your fellow teammates
• Catered meals for 5-show days
• Comp tickets for your friends and family
• Potential for end-of-season bonus

Rail Events Productions, an American Heritage Railways subsidiary, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.