Live Events - House Manager

This is a Part Time Job

• Job type: Part-time, seasonal. Fully in-person with no option for remote work.
• Schedule: Mostly nights, including Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Around 20 hours per week, rising to 30 hours at peak season.
• Projected dates: Late April through September 2026.
• This is a seasonal position - successful candidates will need to re-apply for any future positions.

Responsibilities:
• Work with Public Programming Coordinator in supervising Production Assistants in the same-day set-up and/or break-down of front-of-house spaces for large scale events on the Bryant Park Lawn, including Picnic Performances and Movie Nights
• Act as a front-of-house ambassador and engage with the public to communicate event policies
• Coordinate with Program Managers to ensure a prompt run-of-show
• Assign positions, manage breaks, and shape hospitality etiquette for front-of-house staff
• Liaise with sanitation and security staff, event vendors, on-site EMT, and other partners
• Work independently to manage pop-up performances and programs around the 34th Street District, including performer liaison, set-up and break down of performance spaces and basic audio tech
• Troubleshoot logistical event issues, including weather, schedule changes, and crowding
• Assist with hiring and training additional Production Assistants
• Create staffing schedules for Production Assistants using Sling
• Attend planning meetings and perform in-office administrative duties, as needed
• Other responsibilities as requested by supervisor
Responsibilities within the company may be added if the individual demonstrates initiative, growth, and proficiency in their tasks.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree, or similar work experience, in a relevant course of study preferred
• Experience in staff management/supervision preferred
• Experience as a stagehand, stage manager, sound engineer, or production assistant a plus
• Outgoing, mature, and assertive, with a 'no-job-too-small' attitude
• Ability to multi-task, show initiative, and to work independently as well as a team leader
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Responsible and detail-oriented with excellent observation skills
• Flexibility regarding day-of scheduling, due to the nature of live events
• Available to work evenings on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays
• Ability to lift 50lbs and to stay on feet for extended periods of time in varied weather conditions