Artist Services Assistant, Moss Arts Center
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Job no: 524410
Work type: Staff
Senior management: Executive VP & Provost
Department: Center for the Arts at VT
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Communications / Public Relations / Marketing, Other
The Artist Services Assistant supports the work of the programming unit of the Moss Arts Center by coordinating event-related preparation for visiting artists, such as lodging, transportation, hospitality, and related logistical support. The Assistant contributes to providing a welcoming and supportive environment for visiting artists and others engaged in center programs by exercising strong customer service and interpersonal skills and a high level of organization. Evening and weekend availability, punctuality, ability and willingness to work a variable schedule, ability to drive an 11-passenger van, and an acceptable, safe driving record are required.
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, theater management, communications, business, or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
- Experience working or volunteering in a performing arts setting.
- Experience interacting professionally with a broad spectrum of event personnel such as guest artists, faculty, students, industry personnel, and others.
- Workplace, volunteer, or other experience requiring organization, planning, attention to detail, punctuality, and teamwork.
- Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Willingness and ability to work a variable schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Artist services experience, including work with artists, industry personnel, faculty, and students.
- Performing arts theater operations experience.
- Event coordination experience.
- Experience driving an 11-seat passenger van.
March 1, 2023; applications accepted until position is filled
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Elizabeth Scharman at scharman@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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