About the role#
The Gig Office at the College of Performing Arts is looking for a student assistant to support booking and artist management initiatives. This role reports to the Program and Administration Manager at the School of Jazz and Contemporary Music. It is open to students with or without Federal Work Study awards. This is a part-time position requiring approximately 5 hours of work per week.
What you'll do#
- Assist with booking students for performance opportunities.
- Communicate gig details and availability to students and clients.
- Track gig agreements and required documentation.
- Maintain the Gig Office Artist Roster and performance records.
- Handle data entry, scheduling, and email communication.
- Support the Jazz Office with administrative tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and documents with accuracy.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency with standard office technology and software.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Enrollment as a student, preferably in Business Administration.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $17 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
About The New School
The New School is a university based in New York City. It operates several colleges including Parsons School of Design and Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts. The institution offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across disciplines like performing arts and social research. It maintains a staff of over 6,000 employees.
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