Holiday Production Assistant

Part-time, Temporary, Internship · Parks & Public Realm Operations · Reports to Director, Public Realm Operations · Temporary, part-time; 20–30 hours per week · November 17, 2026 – January 8, 2027 (schedule varies by event calendar; typical Monday–Friday 11 a.m.–4 p.m., flexible hours and weekend availability preferred)

About the role

At the Downtown Seattle Association, our mission is to create a healthy, vibrant downtown for all. The Holiday activations play an important role in creating welcoming public spaces for all to enjoy. This role will assist in the planning, promotion, and execution of Holiday activations, including Tree Lighting, Carousel Operations, Ice Skating Rink events, and other activations put on by DSA/MID, working closely with the Public Realm Operations and Communications & Marketing teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and implementation of Downtown Holiday Activations and other public realm events and programming
• Represent DSA at all activations as onsite point of contact for staff, production crews, sponsors, etc. to ensure smooth event and activity execution
• Responsible for set up, staffing, and breakdown at each activation, depending on complexity
• Conduct consistent and accurate data collection (attendees, equipment and material inventory, etc.) for reporting and presentations
• Carry out consistent communication with staff, production crews, sponsors, etc. to share information, change plans, cancellations, updates, etc.
• Conduct outreach and distribute collateral and promotional materials at event venues and neighboring businesses
• Assist with updates to the organization’s websites, blog and social media outlets
• Assist with the development and updating of community stakeholder lists as needed
• Follow project timelines and task lists. Ensure all deliverables are provided on-time and consistent with approved formats, within allotted hours and budget
• Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned

Requirements

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage with diverse members of the public
• Ability to take direction
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and demonstrate good judgment
• Highly organized and attentive to details with excellent follow-through
• Ability to work occasional early morning, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
• Marketing skills, with the ability to help with live social media posts a plus
• Willingness to be helpful and make a difference in our community
• Knowledge of the downtown area and how to get around is a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work Environment: Working in parks and public spaces in downtown Seattle, outdoors in all weather conditions, with exposure to potentially hazardous waste/substances
• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and transport up to 40 pounds; ability to walk and stand for long periods of time

Pay and Benefits

Hourly pay: $22.14 per hour. Company-paid ORCA Card and sick time accrual based on Seattle sick and safe leave requirements.