Rhode Island Lights Festival Seasonal Opportunities

Join the team bringing the Rhode Island Lights Festival to life at Centreville Bank Stadium! Help us create Rhode Island’s new holiday tradition. The Rhode Island Lights Festival is looking for friendly, dependable and enthusiastic seasonal team members to help create a memorable holiday experience for our guests.

Below are the opportunities available. Please indicate what position you are interested in on your application.

Responsibilities

Installation Crew:

• Assemble and install event elements, decorations, signage, temporary structures and equipment.
• Use hand and power tools safely and appropriately.
• Move, organize and stage materials throughout the stadium and event footprint.
• Assist with general event setup, troubleshooting and post-event breakdown.
  
  

Qualifications

• Some experience in construction, maintenance, event production, tools or similar hands-on work.
• Comfortable performing physical work and working outdoors in seasonal weather.
• Able to safely lift and move event materials and follow instructions in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable and available for the scheduled installation and/or strike periods.
  
  

Apprentice

This position supports our experienced operations crew and is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to gain experience in event operations and production.

Responsibilities

• Assist with decorations, signage, temporary event elements and equipment.
• Move and organize materials and supplies.
• Support the construction crew with installation and breakdown tasks.
• Help maintain an organized and safe work area.
  
  

Qualifications

• Previous construction experience is not required.
• Comfortable with physical work, outdoor conditions and learning basic event setup tasks.
• Able to follow directions, work as part of a team and maintain a dependable schedule.
  
  

Ticket Staff

Welcome guests to the festival and help get their experience off to a great start.

• Scan tickets and assist with guest entry.
• Answer basic ticket questions and help resolve entry issues.
• Use handheld ticketing technology and provide friendly, efficient guest service.
  
  

Ideal candidate: Candidates should be comfortable using handheld technology, interacting with large numbers of guests and working in a fast-paced entry environment.

Ushers/Guest Services

Help guests navigate the festival and make sure everyone has a fun, safe and welcoming experience.

• Provide directions and answer guest questions.
• Assist with lines, seating areas and guest flow.
• Monitor public areas and help guests as needs arise.
  
  

Ideal candidate: A positive attitude, strong communication skills and an outgoing, helpful personality are important.

Merchandise Sales

We are looking for outgoing, energetic team members to sell Rhode Island Lights Festival merchandise and help guests find the perfect holiday keepsake.

• Greet customers and assist with merchandise selections.
• Operate point-of-sale equipment and process cashless transactions.
• Restock merchandise and maintain an attractive, organized sales area.
  
  

Ideal candidate: Retail or sales experience is helpful, but enthusiasm, confidence and a genuine enjoyment of interacting with guests are most important.

Event Dates:

Evening shifts available between November 27 – January 3

(Closed on 12/24, 12/25 and the first three Mondays and Tuesdays in December)

Event Staff Hours Will Generally Be:

Prime Nights: 4:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Other Nights: 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.