Production Assistant

The MFAH Department of Learning and Interpretation (L&I) engages intergenerational audiences, students, and diverse communities in Houston with the Museum’s collections and exhibitions of world art. The Public Programs area of L&I works with staff across the Museum to better reach and engage audiences through traditional lectures, concerts, and tours, and to grow new audiences through innovative participatory programming.

The Part-time Production Assistant supports the implementation of Public Programs in the Museum’s auditorium, gallery, and campus spaces. This position provides administrative and logistical support directly with speakers, artists, and performers on the day of the program.

Responsibilities:

• Complete administrative tasks to support program planning, including managing room/space reservations, deliver internal procurement forms for interdepartmental collaboration, and be accountable to deadlines.
• Develop strong, collaborative working relationships within L&I, as well as Museum departments, including A/V, Special Events, Engineering and Facilities, to coordinate logistics for programs.
• Act as House Manager on the day of programs, implementing the run-of-show, welcoming and providing for the needs of speakers and performers, as well as greeting guests to the program to ensure a welcoming environment for presenters/participants.
• Gather program metrics such as taking event photos and attendance, facilitate program delivery on the day-of, and expedite overall program production by anticipating needs of programs.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Clear communication and problem-solving abilities
• Active listening skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Team-player and willingness to adapt to changes
• Demonstrates initiative and strong time-management skills
• Must be able to work Thursday evenings and weekends as program schedule demands. Dedicated office hours are flexible.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of experience and education from which comparable and demonstrable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• B.A. or Associates degree in Humanities; Visual, Performing Arts, Film; or Communications preferred
• 2 or more years experience working in a similar capacity

About the MFAH

The MFAH is an organization comprised of 600 employees and 1,000 docents and volunteers. The museum is more than 100 years old and ranks nationally among the top 10 art museums in exhibition space, memberships, endowments, and attendance, with 1M visitors annually. Our multifaceted institution includes multiple gallery buildings, a sculpture garden, two art schools, three eateries and two house museums for decorative arts. The encyclopedic collection numbers more than 70,000 works of art in a wide range of media. As an employer, MFAH offers a supportive, collegial and inclusive work environment and a competitive benefits package.

Position Available:

Title:                                                   Production Assistant

Reports to:                                        Manager of Public Programs

Classification:                                    Non Exempt/Hourly

Schedule:                                           Part Time - 20 hour work week

Compensation:                                 $16.50/hr.

Work Location:                                 Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Work will primarily be performed in museum offices, conference rooms and galleries.  With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual selected must have the capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to the other demands mentioned, the demands of the job may or will include:

• Must undergo and meet company standards for relevant criminal background and professional reference checks.
• Ability to successfully handle and complete multiple tasks concurrently.
• Seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly in order to communicate with staff, guests and others.
• Frequent standing, and walking.
• Good vision or corrected by use of glasses and/or contacts for reading and viewing abilities.

Equal Opportunities for All

At the MFAH, we believe that diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity are fundamental to our organization. We welcome all candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our organization and our pledge for workplace diversity, inclusion, and excellence.

Our commitment to our policy and practice of nondiscrimination represents more than good intentions. It provides for employment decisions that are made without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law or any other reason unrelated to your ability to join and contribute to our organization and support our mission to provide a museum experience for all.

Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.

The MFAH is equally committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals interested in employment with the organization. As part of this commitment, we want to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation needed to 1) participate in the job application or 2) interview process; 3) perform essential job functions; and/or 4) participate in the benefits and privileges of employment with the MFAH. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the human resources department: HR@mfah.org

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off – prorated for part time staff.
• Holidays – prorated for part-time employees based on work schedule
• Discounts – Staff receive discounts on purchases at the Museum shop and all on campus eateries and the Glassell School of Art.
• Metro commuter subsidy available upon request

Compensation:

Salary will be commensurate with the applicant's experience and the needs and requirements expressed in the job description.  The MFAH has set the pay range for this job and level as a general guideline and not a guarantee of the compensation amount or salary. A salary range for this role has been set but we know additional factors may be considered in extending an offer including (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, candidate experience and unique qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities, the needs and requirements expressed in the job description, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data, and any related regulations or other laws.

Application Procedure

Qualified applicants should apply online, which will be the most effective way to ensure consideration. 

Application materials should include a cover letter, your resume or CV, and if you prefer, a list of references will be accepted but not required at this early stage in the process.

Applications or letters of interest sent via mail, fax, or direct email to a staff member will not ensure consideration. 

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