Production Assistant

MoMA•Long Island City, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Inspired by daring artists, MoMA PS1 is committed to the exploration of contemporary art and culture, broadening perspectives on the issues of our day, and engaging New Yorkers and communities across the world. Founded in 1976, the institution was a defining force in the alternative space movement in New York City, transforming a 19th-century public schoolhouse in Long Island City into a site for artistic experimentation and creativity. PS1 is affiliated with The Museum of Modern Art and a member of New York City’s Cultural Institutions Group (CIG). Our Values We Are Artist-Centered: Deeply rooted in MoMA PS1’s history as an alternative space while embracing the forefront of contemporary practice, we cultivate a singular environment for artists to realize their visions. We Provide a Platform: PS1 draws connections between artists, communities, and art forms, cultivating encounters that reflect the breadth of contemporary culture today. We Foster Collaboration: Reciprocal and resourceful relationships are at the heart of PS1’s program, enabling us to be agile, responsive, and relevant. We Value Place: As stewards of a historic school building in New York City, PS1 invites artists to draw inspiration from this unique setting and its legacy as a site of experimentation. We Uplift Communities: Situated on Native land in Queens, one of the most diverse places in the world, PS1 embraces the intersection of global and local cultures. We recognize that a successful candidate will meet many of the requirements listed on this job description but may not meet 100% of the qualifications. If much of this job description describes you, we encourage you to apply for this role. Summary PS1 seeks part-time Production Assistants to work closely with members of the Program Production and Special Events staff to support and realize PS1’s ambitious schedule of public programs, live events, performances, talks, openings, private events, and rentals. Working cross departmentally with the Program Production, External Affairs, Curatorial, Operations, and Visitor Engagement teams, Production Assistants assist with the planning and execution of live events including: technical production; stage management; sourcing and fabricating materials; management of A/V equipment, inventory, and rentals; and hospitality, artist and client support. Production Assistants are hired on a project-by-project, part-time basis based on MoMA PS1’s programming and event schedule and technical needs.

Requirements

Minimum one-year experience successfully working in event production, live arts programming, or related areas in a museum, gallery, theater, entertainment, or arts non-profit.
Superior knowledge and hands-on experience with one or more of the following: Audio production, including operating a digital professional live sound mixer, as well as digital audio workstation.
Video production
Lighting production/design, as typically used in live performance and event production.
Event installation, production logistics, vendor coordination, artist and talent hospitality and on-site event operations.
Strong intrapersonal skills; excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of management, support staff, and temporary hires and maintain a highly professional and positive attitude in a dynamic and creative setting.
Proven ability to prioritize and manage time effectively, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing deadlines and priorities.
Ability to demonstrate exceptional resourcefulness, creativity, and flexibility; display good judgment; problem-solve and take initiative; exercise tact and diplomacy at all times.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, Google Docs and other standard office procedures and equipment.
Knowledge of, and interest in, contemporary art and PS1 and its programming.
Availability to work weekends and overtime hours.
Must be able to work fully on-site at MoMA PS1; there is no remote or hybrid work option for this position

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Senior Project Manager of Music, Performance, and Events, External Affairs Events Manager, and Program Production Coordinators to support the planning, organization, and execution of MoMA PS1 live events including Warm Up, Open House, Night at the Museum, and other museum-wide performances, special events, and rentals.
Provide on-site technical and production assistance for events, including set up, installation, A/V engineering, stage management, and hospitality for artists.
Assist with coordination, upkeep, and organization of MoMA PS1’s in-house technical and event production inventory and storage.
Assist with sourcing, pick up, load-in, and load-out of technical gear and backline from appropriate vendors.
Provide on-site production assistance for events, including event installation, site preparation, vendor coordination, stage management, artist and talent hospitality, and day-of-event operations.
Assist with rehearsal coordination and day-of-event logistics for artists, performers, and collaborators.
Provide audio engineering during openings, talks, and other special events and assist with technical needs during onsite rehearsals with artists and collaborators.
Sustain good working relationships with vendors and contractors.
Attend production and planning meetings, and site visits, as necessary, within the Program Production department, across other museum departments, and with artists and event participants.