What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Production (On Site Crew Member) position at Drape Art Designs?
WHO WE ARE:
Drape Art Designs is a woman owned event decor company located in Rhode Island, specializing in custom drapery and lighting installations. We are a team of passionate creatives and craftspeople, driven by a shared love for design and events. We travel to beautiful venues and private residences throughout New England to install large-scale private and corporate events.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are seeking creative individuals with a passion for design and event production. Previous experience or skill in areas of: event production, warehouse management, carpentry, electrical, fabric, and sewing are all appreciated. However, we welcome individuals with many different skill sets and a willingness to learn! A love for outdoors and hands on work is also a plus! This position is seasonal (April-December), with the opportunity for year round employment. Weekend and evening availability is required.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
As an On-Site Event Crew Member, you will be a key team member in the production of high-end event installations. You will be a generalist, working with the team in the warehouse, on the road, at job sites, ensuring all aspects of event installations go smoothly and efficiently. Drape Art Designs is a collaborative workplace, all employees are expected and required to assist others, as needed, regardless of their position.
Position Responsibilities:
- Load and unload vehicles accurately according to pack lists and staged goods.
- Organize and clean warehouse, perform maintenance, quality control, and repairs on inventory.
- Assemble new furniture and lighting items, as needed.
- Assist with event installs and breakdowns, including running tension wire, hanging chandeliers and string lights, hanging fabric installations, and moving furniture.
- Safely and neatly run electric, install dimmers, and troubleshoot power issues.
- Collaborate with team to troubleshoot any technical difficulties.
Required Qualifications:
- Positive attitude and team player, willing to accept constructive feedback.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs unassisted, stand/move for extended periods of time.
- Comfortable climbing ladders (12-25') and safely working at heights.
- Valid Drivers License, reliable transportation, and clean driving record.
- Attention to detail and a creative eye.
- Critical thinking and problem solving.
- Able to work safely and efficiently under pressure.
- Read and understand layouts for lighting and rigging.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Live Event or related experience
- Comfortable driving long distances.
- Proficient in carpentry skills, with general knowledge of power tools, painting, electrical, and soldering a plus.
- Willing to travel frequently when overnights are required (lodging, hourly per diem pay provided)
- Valid DOT Medical Card or willing to obtain.
- Valid Lift Certification or willing to obtain. (Experience operating lifts is a bonus!)
We kindly ask you to email your resume and a cover letter to info@drapeartdesigns.com with the subject line "CREW MEMBER". Please include full availability, desired hours per week, scheduling restrictions, and willingness to travel.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- We travel throughout New England for event installations. Are you willing to travel with the team for 1-4 nights, with advance notice?
- Please list any schedule restrictions. For example- class schedule, another job, sports, childcare, etc.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $25