ArtsCrew Overhire Specialist

About the role

The Brown Arts Institute (BAI) seeks to hire ArtsCrew Overhire Specialists to support its mission of creating new work and amplifying the creative practices of Brown’s arts departments, faculty, students, and community.

Responsibilities

• Contribute specialized skills to the planning, execution, and evaluation of programs and events at Brown.
• Lead small teams, manage specific projects based on expertise and operational needs, and train other ArtsCrew members in basic skills.
• Be assigned to a team within the BAI based on demonstrated skills and expertise in specific areas, including Creative Technologies, Exhibitions, Marketing & Communications, Production, Programming, and Visitor Services.
• Work in BAI venues, occasionally working throughout Brown University’s campus and on projects off-campus with BAI’s partner organizations.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant arts or related discipline, or equivalent professional training/certifications.
• A minimum of 4 years of directly applicable professional experience.
• Effective Communication and Collaborative Skills: Clear, professional, and respectful communication and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, including artists, staff, and external partners.
• Applied Knowledge of Arts Operations and Logistics: Practical and demonstrated understanding of the operational and logistical requirements within live event production or gallery spaces.
• Proven Experience in Specific Arts Support Roles: Substantive prior experience in one or more relevant support roles, such as house management, box office operations, technical production, exhibition preparation, or arts administration.
• Proficiency with Relevant Technologies and Systems: Competence in utilizing industry-standard technologies and systems pertinent to their area of expertise.
• Adherence to Professional Standards and Best Practices: Application of professional standards and best practices within their area(s) of specialization in the arts.
• Proactive Problem-Solving and Attention to Detail: Initiative in identifying and resolving issues, independent work with minimal supervision, and high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.

Benefits

Employees in Production or Preparator shifts must be able to lift 40 pounds. All positions may require employees to stand for extended periods. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Brown is registered to do business.