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The New York Philharmonic connects with up to 50 million music lovers each season through live concerts in New York and around the world, as well as broadcasts, recordings, and education programs.

The 2022–23 season marks a new chapter in the life of America’s longest living orchestra with the opening of the reimagined David Geffen Hall and programming that engages with today’s cultural conversations through explorations of HOME, LIBERATION, SPIRIT, and EARTH, in addition to the premieres of 16 works. This marks the return from the pandemic, when the NY Phil launched NY Phil Bandwagon, presenting free performances across the city, and 2021–22 concerts at other New York City venues.

The New York Philharmonic is seeking two Production Assistants to work on the “Concerts in the Park” summer concert series, four concerts spanning June 13 – 16, 2023. This position will be a temporary full-time employment, considered seasonal employment from April 24 to June 23.

Pre-production duties for both Production Assistants include:
• Pre-Production Work Hours generally 9am – 4pm, based at David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center
• Administrative work, communicating with external NYC government agencies, vendors and crew to relay logistical information in a timely manner
• Assist in the NY Phil employee on-boarding for stagehands, audio crew, and security staff.
• Accompany Production Coordinator to on-site visits and keeping notes
• Develop and maintain production documents and tour books, order supplies, run errands, manage petty cash
• Learning project details, scope of work, setup and breakdown of the 4 event sites, and the concert operations of the event week.
During the event week, tour duties are split between 2 positions—a Morning PA and an Evening PA.

Primary responsibilities for Morning PA include:
• Starting May 30 and through event week, Morning PA Work Hours generally 5:00am – 1:00pm (On-Site)
• Must be able to work early morning hours
• On-site NY Philharmonic Production support at the load-in, AM shift activities, and load-out of all Concerts in the Parks work sites: 1 technical work site in East Rutherford, NJ; and all 4 NYC Parks concert venues in the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn.
• Managing vendors; purchasing, setting up, and breaking down crew hospitality, purchasing hardware and other supplies as needed
• Communicating with the Production Coordinator, Crew Heads and rest of the production team to ensure a seamless event
• Other Duties as assigned

Primary responsibilities for Evening PA include:
• During event week (4 concerts), Evening PA Work Hours generally 12:00pm – 2:00am
• Must be able to work afternoon and night hours, through post-concert
• Purchasing, setting up, and breaking down backstage hospitality for crew, musicians and special guests
• Running errands, arranging stage crew meals, program distribution, and other tasks as needed
• Onsite during performances, this position works closely with the Production Coordinator and staff to facilitate a successful event, managing vendors, setting/up breaking down crew/talent hospitality etc.
• Other Duties as assigned

Requirements:
Candidates should have backstage experience, be physically able to work outdoors for extended periods of time, lift objects up to 40lbs and be able to work independently. Ability to work as part of a team and manage multiple tasks at once is essential.

MUST have a valid, clean driving license (not negotiable) and be able to drive in NYC and New Jersey.

Preferred Knowledge:
Experience with event production for outdoor concerts, events, or festivals
Certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED

Please submit a resume and a cover letter.
Salary is $1,000/week for 9 weeks (April 24 through June 23, 2023) and is eligible for overtime.

No phone calls, please. Although we appreciate your interest, we will only contact applicants we are considering for interview.


The New York Philharmonic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, immigration or citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, marital and partnership status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or active military service member or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment policies.

Short Term Reliable Production Assistant needed for reality shoot in Peekskill, NY.

4/24, 4/25, 4/26, 4/27, 4/29, & 4/30

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Must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, car insurance, and a satisfactory driving record. We cover local mileage reimbursement, but do not cover travel or accommodations.

EOE. This company is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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Looking for a PA to help with a corporate production in New York on April 4th and 5th. PA will be responsible for helping with craft services, running errands, and serving as an extra set of hands on the production.

Term: Long-Term, Full-time

Level: Entry-Level

Start Date: Monday, April 3, 2023 (Trial dates March 27th – March 29th)

A late night TV show is looking for multiple Production Assistants to work full time within all departments. The positions have an opportunity to grow within the company.

Experience:
* working with all departments on a production (talent, audience, props)
* working on a deadline while multi-tasking
* managing talent and the general public
* being flexible to pivot when needed and anticipate production's needs spreadsheets, digital workflows, and expense reports
* bartending experience is a plus
* art creation and staging props experience is a plus


TALENT:

Summary:
A late-night talk show is looking for an organized and detail-oriented Talent Production Assistant with confidence in cocktail-making, food service etiquette, and the drive to prepare and uphold all aspects of high-level hospitality for celebrity guests once they arrive for show tapings. This position reports to the production management team and assists all other show PAs once core daily duties have been completed.

Tasks Include (but not limited to):
* Prior to Guest Arrival: Vacuum green room carpets and furniture, wipe tables, mirrors, and vanities, restock waters and snacks, print door name tags and guest WiFi vouchers, purchase & prepare fresh flowers for green rooms and drink garnishes (lemons, limes, oranges)
* Once Guests Arrive: Mix classic cocktails (Martinis, Manhattans, Margaritas, etc) for guests & entourages, run drinks between kitchen bar and green rooms, steam guest wardrobe, run for special talent requests
* After Shows: Reset and tidy green room spaces, load and run the dishwasher, clean the kitchen, help other PAs with their wrap duties
* During Quiet Periods: General office tasks, prop-shopping, show episode logging, receipt collection
* Weekly: Order, receive, and restock talent alcohol, sodas/mixers, waters, snacks, beauty supplies
* Spearhead booking furniture or electrical fixture fixes or replacements
* Miscellaneous: production runs, moving set furniture, helping to load in and out equipment on seldom location shoots, sitting in on camera during tech rehearsal, etc


AUDIENCE:

Summary:
A late-night talk show is looking for an out-going, organized, and highly detail-oriented entry-level assistant to join the production management team and support preparing for the arrival of and serving cocktails to the nightly live audience. Tasks will also include expense reporting, studio support, and other general production office assignments. This is a great way to enter and begin a career in talk show television.

Tasks Include (but not limited to):
* Welcoming and serving cocktails to audience during the hour before each show.
* Ordering supplies and cleaning/preparing the Audience Bar reception lounge for guest arrival
* Setting outdoor audience rope stanchions and striking them after wrap.
* Receipt collection, compiling expense reports in Google Sheets or Excel for submission
* Studio tech rehearsal standing-in, talent food/drink request runs
* General Office needs: prop shopping, show episode logging, office/kitchen cleaning, etc.

Benefits:
* Pay Range: negotiable
* Overtime eligible
* Employer Subsidized Medical & Dental Health Insurance Plan, Qualified after 30 Days
* Paid Major Holidays, Production Permitting
* Personal Vacation Days Off and Sick Leave
* Free car rides home from office when working past 9 PM.
* Opportunities to meet with or shadow higher level staff after initial work period of 4-6 months

Qualifications:
* Ability to work in-person at our New York City office, 5 days per week.
* Ability to work a varied work schedule (some days 9 AM - 5 PM, others 3 PM-11 PM, most weeks Mon - Fri, some weeks Sun - Thu).
* Experience using: Google Drive, Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets, Microsoft Word/Google Docs.
* Previous experience in food service and administrative tasks.
* Highly organized, always on time, willing to hustle, brings a great attitude.


Hiring Process:
Submit resume and cover letter, virtual interview invitation, on-office trial day, and a job offer

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