What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Assistant position at Firework?
About Firework
Join Firework – Where Innovation Meets Impact
Firework is revolutionizing connected commerce with the world’s most advanced and largest AI-powered video commerce and engagement platform, trusted by the most innovative brands and leading retailers. We bring the energy of in-store experiences online by integrating content and conversational commerce to every digital touchpoint transforming how brands connect with audiences, convert interest into action, and build long-term customer loyalty.
You’ll be part of a high-growth, team-centric environment where innovation thrives and collaboration fuels success. Having raised over $235m to date led by investors such as the SoftBank Vision Fund 2 and operating at a global scale, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work cross-functionally, solve complex challenges, and drive meaningful impact in the future of connected digital commerce. If you’re curious, ambitious, and energized by big ideas, Firework is the place to grow, lead, and shape the next era of online shopping—together.
Summary
Firework is seeking an entry level part-time Production Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic team at our Hollywood Studio, supporting digital showroom and livestream productions. This hands-on role is perfect for someone who wants to gain professional production experience working with world-class brands and has a passion for tech, creative content, and live production. This is a temporary role that may extend to ongoing.
\n- Support the execution of digital showroom livestreams and video productions
- Assist with studio setups including lighting, camera, and audio equipment
- Operate OBS or similar livestream software under direction
- Follow detailed run-of-show documents and provide live production support
- Help coordinate talent prep, client needs, and on-site rehearsals
- Troubleshoot basic AV and livestreaming tech issues
- Manage gear setup, breakdown, load-ins, and load-outs
- Rearrange set pieces and maintain a safe, clean production environment
- Work closely with production and creative teams to ensure flawless execution
- Experience with OBS or similar livestreaming platforms nice to have but not required
- Basic understanding of studio production workflows and equipment
- A creative mindset with an eye for live content aesthetics
- Strong communication and proactive problem-solving skills
- Physical capability to move gear and assist with studio staging
- A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Availability for early call times, evenings, and weekends (this is not the norm but can sometimes happen)
- Ability to stay organized, follow directions, and work independently
- Self-motivated team player who is eager to learn
Location and Pay
The role is on-site based in our Hollywood studio. The hourly pay is $18.00/hour.
Don’t hold back
We understand some candidates may see the above and not apply because they don’t meet all the qualifications. We encourage you to apply anyway; we often find talented candidates that fit many other opportunities we have and look for potential too, not just what you did in the past. As an equal employment opportunity employer, we are a diverse team that strives for an inclusive environment for all. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.