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Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Gallery Assistant Needed - Upper East Side

Gallery Assistant
Upper East Side Gallery
(New York NY)


Private Upper East Side gallery specializing in 19th – 20th Century European paintings has an opening for an entry-level, part-time Assistant. The successful candidate needs to be a self-motivated, highly organized and detail-oriented individual. Responsibilities include presenting art to clients, managing inventory, research, database entry and upkeep, packing art, as well as coordinating restoration, framing, and shipping of works and working with owner to organize art fair participation. Much of the work can be done from home and the ideal candidate would already work from home and/or have a flexible schedule. Photoshop and Dreamweaver knowledge are appreciated.

Please send a brief cover letter and resume to uesgalleryjob@gmail.com. 

Friday, February 15, 2013

Part-time - Lectures and Community Engagement Assistantship

Site: http://www.metguild.org

Lectures & Community Engagement AssistantshipThe Metropolitan Opera Guild
(New York NY)
Position Available: Spring 2013 Lectures & Community Engagement Assistantship

The Metropolitan Opera Guild, founded in 1935, fosters a stimulated and educated opera-loving community through programs for learners of all ages and levels.  To learn more about the Guild and all its programs, visit www.metguild.org.

The Lectures and Community Engagement department is seeking one part-time Assistantship position to assist in the facilitation of its educational and rental programs from late-February to mid-May 2013.  This position is appropriate for undergraduate and graduate students, recent graduates, career changers, or recent retirees.

Duties Include:
- Assisting in the coordination of rental events in the Opera Learning Center, including liaising with clients and artists, set ups and strikes, and communication with building security and maintenance crews as needed.
- Assistance at Community Engagement lectures and educational programs, including front-of-house duties, facilitation of events, and set ups and strikes.
- Administrative duties including ticket fulfillment mailings and preparing, drafting, and/or providing editorial support for informative materials such as handouts, newsletter articles, and more.
- Assistance and coordination of the High School Opera Singers Intensive (March 16 and 17): liaising with students and parents, helping to prepare sessions, and facilitation of events.
- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, hard-working, high energy team player confident in his/her ability to take initiative when needed.  Ability to exercise good judgment and decision-making is essential; candidates will be expected to communicate effectively in writing and in person, and to develop strong professional relationships with clients and the public.

The Community Engagement department strives to create a supportive professional atmosphere, with one-on-one professional mentoring and coaching.  A classical music background and/or interest in opera or theater preferred.  Diverse backgrounds and levels of experience encouraged, with the desire to gain experience in the field of arts administration.

Previous experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, stage management, or special events encouraged, as well as the ability to lift approximately 30-40 pounds. Familiarity and basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs required.  Experience or familiarity with Tessitura data and ticketing system a plus. 

The Assistantship is approximately 20 hours per week, with some weekend and weekday evening hours required, so a flexible schedule is essential.  We are willing to work with students or professionals with part-time availability.

This is not a paid position.  Travel reimbursement in the form of a monthly Metrocard is available, as well as opportunities for performance tickets and opera educational events in the form of lectures, courses, interviews, and master classes.

TO APPLY:Carefully review the Met Opera Guild’s mission and history  (http://www.metguild.org/MOG/About_The_Guild/Guild_History.html?TM=111menuid=112)

as well as the Lectures and Community Engagement department mission  (http://www.metguild.org/MOG/For_The_Community/For_The_Community_Home.html?TM=12)

and its annual brochure of programs (http://www.metguild.org/uploadedFiles/MOG/Home_Page/BROCHURE_12-13.pdf).

Upon review of the above, please submit a cover letter explaining your relevant experience and your connection to our mission and programs, as well as a résumé of your educational and professional experiences to date. 

Please send application materials to Lacey Upton at lupton@operaed.org; materials will be accepted through Monday, February 25, 2013.

Monday, December 17, 2012

PT Events Assistant

Company: http://lotsofevents.com/

Contact:
Lauren Gash
lgash@lotsofevents.com

For the past 11 years, Events & Adventures has provided singles with over 50 activities every month in order to meet other singles and have an incredible time doing so!

You can learn more about us by visiting our website at www.lotsofevents.com.
We have offices in Atlanta, Ft. Lauderdale, Tampa, Washington DC, Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Nashville, and St. Louis. We are looking for a new candidate for our New York office.

This candidate will be responsible for facilitating and hosting up to 5 events a week that have already been scheduled and planned by our Event Director.
Event Coordinator will be the go to person at the event making sure that everything is running smoothly, deals directly with our vendors on site for the event, and most importantly assures that our members are enjoying the event and socializing with other members.

We are looking for someone with a passion for event planning and fantastic customer service, and wants to jump start their career in the Event Planning industry. Are you going to school to become an event planner? This is an ideal part-time job for you!
The events take place on evenings and weekends, and would be a part-time position.

SKILLS REQUIRED:
-Event Hosting experience preferred.
-Passion for creating fun events and experiences
-Must possess the ability to pay CONSTANT attention to detail
-Outgoing personality and strong ability to make someone feel comfortable
-Outstanding communication skills and great professional presence
-Ability to work events on nights and weekends
-Customer service experience
-A sense of fun!

WE OFFER:
-Hourly Pay
-Attend event and activities for free
-Event/Parking/Miles/Tolls Compensation as needed
-Fun work environment
-Fantastic Experience

Monday, June 11, 2012

Part Time Administrative Assistant

Company Site: http://www.flashtalking.com/

Application Site: http://hire.jobvite.com/CompanyJobs/Careers.aspx?k=Job&c=qo99Vfwl&j=o8QkWfwY&s=SimplyHired

Flashtalking is looking for a P/T Administrative Assistant who has an extreme attention to detail as well as the ability to multi-task and juggle priorities.  The ideal candidate is articulate and professional with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills.

Hours:  11am – 3pm M-F.

Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

General office coordination and upkeep (including coordinating office maintenance, supply ordering, etc)
Arrangements for external Sales meetings (includes ordering catering, arranging pick up, etc).
Travel Arrangement & Coordination for US and EU employees
Upkeep of Salesforce
Assisting in month-end billing & reports
Assist in New Hire paperwork
Posting, coordinating & scheduling Interviews for all offices (NYC, CHI, SF)

Required Software Skills Include:
Microsoft Office particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel
Salesforce