Production Assistants — New York City (Freelance Opportunities)

TAIT; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 41 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

TAIT, a leader in live events and experiential design, seeks Freelance Production Assistants in the New York City area for upcoming projects. Local residents only; this is not a full-time role.

You'll support the production office, manage sign-ins, coordinate meals, assist with furniture placement, and provide general admin help. A bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years in live events is preferred; strong communications, organization, and MS Office/Google Drive skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years of experience in live events, entertainment, theater, touring concerts, or production.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and responsiveness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, plus Google Drive; comfortable using macOS or Windows.
• Ability to identify efficient approaches and work independently or collaboratively.
• Discretion, diplomacy, confidentiality, and sound judgment in high-pressure environments.

Responsabilités

• Set up and maintain the production office and restock production supplies.
• Inventory rentals, purchases, and onsite items.
• Manage radio and staff sign-in/sign-out processes.
• Provide administrative support, including printing, copying,receipt tracking, and credit card use as directed.
• Run production errands and coordinate meal orders for key personnel.
• Assist guests with questions and directions.
• Assistance with furniture assembly and placement (tables, chairs, storage shelves, etc).
• Support additional production needs as assigned; standing and moving for extended periods.

Connaissances

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent or team work

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Outils

MS Office

Google Drive

macOS/Windows

Description du poste

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.

Position Purpose:

We are seeking great Freelance Production Assistants — New York City Based for upcoming project work in New York City. Candidates should reside locally in the New York City metro area. This application is not for full-time employment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and organize the production office, including tracking and re-stocking production supplies and craft services,
• Inventory rentals, purchases, and onsite items.
• Manage radio and staff sign-in/sign-out processes
• Provide administrative support, including printing, copying, receipt tracking, and credit card use as directed.
• Run production errands and coordinate meal orders for key personnel.
• Assist guests with questions and directions.
• Assistance with furniture assembly and placement (tables, chairs, storage shelves, etc,)
• Support additional production needs as assigned. This active role requires extended periods of standing and moving around.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or 1–2 years of experience in live events, entertainment, theater, touring concerts, or production.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with production teams, clients, and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and responsiveness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, plus Google Drive; comfortable using macOS or Windows.
• Ability to identify efficient approaches and work independently or collaboratively.
• Discretion, diplomacy, confidentiality, and sound judgment in high-pressure environments.

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.