Production Assistant

Job Type: Freelancer | Temporary Contract (no benefits)

Hourly Rate: $25 - $45 per hour based on experience

Location: In-Person; NYC Metro Area

BlackHouse is a NYC based Women and Black owned event production agency founded in 2016 with a mission to create experiences worth framing for corporations, brands, and non-profit organizations. Our experiential approach to event design brings our clients message and event programming to life. We bridge the gap between ideation and execution, providing a concierge-like experience for our clients. Working with a Tribe of the industry's elite, we provide comprehensive event production services, specializing in production design, technical production, and show direction. We offer a dynamic work environment, and an opportunity to grow with a group of passionate individuals who live for moments that take your breath away.

Our vision is to create a unique and authentic work environment that allows our Tribe to flourish – both individually and in their teams. It is our mission to create meaningful experiences for our employees that bring them value both professionally and personally.

Job Description: BlackHouse is seeking freelance Production Assistants to join our team and assist with in-person events in the New York City Metro Area throughout the year. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about live events and have previous experience in a fast-paced live production environment. (Note: there is no start date for this role, we are seeking candidates for future events / contracts)

Responsibilities

• Work will range from helping setting up the event and overseeing vendor installations/strike processes.
• Loading and unloading a production van or truck.
• Assist Lead Producer and Production Designer with on-site administrative tasks.
• Assist with the setup of BOH production office area, event activation areas and storage areas.
• Cross-checking rental equipment inventory lists.
• Cross-checking BlackHouse pack list and on-site production supply inventory
• Assist with general production/stagehand tasks during event setup, run of show, and strike; tasks include, but not limited to:
• Moving crates and decor for set up and strike
• Taping cables
• Pipe and drape setup
• Organize dead case storage
• Assist with general cleanliness and upkeep of FOH and BOH production areas
• Be the lead or a backup driver should the booked driver fall ill and obey traffic laws when driving.
• Coordinating, ordering and/or receiving BlackHouse production crew meals.
  

Qualifications:2+ year experience in live event production environment.

• Clean driving record and ability to drive a transit van or a small 14’ box truck; CDL license is a plus, but not required.
• Strong work ethic centered on excellent organizational skills and the ability to develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships and communications with all production and technical parties.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds comfortably.
• Experience handling and moving production equipment under team lead supervision (Lighting/Video/Audio).
• Good listening skills and ability to multitask in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to follow paperwork related to production (production schedules, stage layouts, venue floor plans, pack lists, etc.).
• Operating common office equipment (printer, scanner, copier).
• Experience with the Google suite (Gmail, Google Drive/Docs).
• Familiarity with both Mac/PC computers and tech savvy a plus.