IRL Production Internship

Gradient Experience•New York, NY

1d•$1,500 - $1,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Gradient is seeking a US-based Production Intern to join our Production Team, responsible for managing and executing in-real-life activations and events. This paid internship offers $1,500 per month and is ideal for current students and recent graduates interested in event production. We prefer candidates who can commit to a minimum of six months to gain comprehensive experience and see events through from start to finish. While we have a strong preference for NY-based candidates for hands-on involvement, the role is open to US-based applicants. The internship provides an opportunity to learn the intricacies of experiential marketing and event production within a fast-paced, creatively led, high-end agency serving clients in the spirits, fashion, film, and luxury industries.

Requirements

Detail-oriented, proactive, and dedicated to seeing tasks through.
Solution-oriented and excited about working through challenges.
Strong communicator.
Comfortable making phone calls to gather pricing and information.
Ability to thrive in the energy of last-minute tasks, problem-solving, and set-up around major projects.
Willingness to work hard to meet deliverables.
Desire to be part of a team.
Interest in learning about experiential marketing and event production.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of six months commitment.
NY based candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform supportive tasks to the production team.
Research the brand, including past activations.
Research venues for projects.
Contact and source all necessary venue information for projects, including availability, rental fees, A/V, catering, permitting, power needs, timing, security, etc.
Build venue decks for clients.
Research and contact vendors for information.
Source decor elements for events.
Fill out necessary sheets in the Master Production Booklet (decor sourcing, travel info, contact info, venue info, etc.).
Lead fulfillment of gift bags or inventory, when necessary.
Contribute to brainstorming sessions, offering creative ideas and solutions to enhance client campaigns.
Take notes on all internal and external calls.
Support the lead production team onsite with check-in, errands, set-up, and management of attendee experience.
Oversee back-of-house maintenance, including crew meals, radios, rentals, and production boxes.
Provide management support for select vendors (cleaning, security, rentals, crew meals, etc.).
Maintain the Gradient standard in all aspects of work, including ways of working, attire, mannerisms, and protocols.