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Director of Development
NewFest has partnered with Aspen Leadership Group in the search for a Director of Development. You may view the position prospectus or submit an application via this link: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/7154.
NewFest has partnered with Aspen Leadership Group in the search for a Director of Development. You may view the position prospectus or submit an application via this link: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/7154.
DRIVER PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Scope of Work: The Driver Production Assistant plays a crucial role in the successful execution of our festival’s screenings and special events. They will be responsible for safely and responsibly transporting event supplies, including beverages, alcohol, concessions, and equipment. Additionally, the Driver PA may need to assist with miscellaneous production needs throughout the course of the festival.
Dates: 5/22/26 – 6/5/26 (as needed for deliveries, runs, etc.)
Rate: $21-$23/hr (commensurate with experience, approximately 60hrs total. )
Overtime policy: As a NewFest employee, you are eligible for overtime pay at a rate equivalent to 1.5x your calculated hourly rate. Overtime will be paid if/when an employee exceeds 40 hours of work in a single week (Sunday-Saturday). All overtime must be approved in advance by your supervisor.
Location: Onsite (various locations around NYC) Duties and Responsibilities include:
● Safely transport event supplies, including beverages, alcohol, concessions, and equipment, signage, tech, A/V equipment to event venues.
● Assist with miscellaneous production needs before, during, and after the festival.
● Attend and actively participate in all production meetings leading up to and during the festival.
● Assist the Production Manager with administrative tasks.
● Assist with the coordination of supplies, including pickups, deliveries, and inventory management.
● Be on-site for event preparations, check-ins, set-ups, and clean-ups.
● Provide general event support and assistance as needed.
● Assist with the maintenance of tracking systems to support the Production Department.
● Be available on-site during the festival to handle any last-minute tasks.
● Assist with transportation, delivery, strike, and storage of materials before, during, and after the festival.
● Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications:
● Minimum 21 years of age
● Valid driver’s license & clean driving record, with ability to safely transport supplies, equipment, and alcohol in a standard cargo van through NYC and surrounding boroughs.
● Ability to meet deadlines, arrive on time for runs, and manage multiple responsibilities.
● Keen attention to detail, ensuring accurate deliveries, signage placement, and supply coordination.
● Ability to lift, carry, & transport materials (cases of beverages, concessions, A/V equipment, etc.) up to ~40lbs.
● Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
● Team player mentality – willingness to pitch in wherever needed during festival operations.
● Knowledge of NYC Roads & Venues (Preferred) – familiarity with navigating local streets and festival event locations (SVA Theatre, BAM, Nitehawk Prospect Park, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
● Prior festival and/or live event production experience
● Prior film/tv/video production experience – G&E department experience strongly preferred
● Familiarity with the proper set up, breakdown, and transport of Step & Repeat banners, frames, and professional lighting equipment.
Scope of Work: The Driver Production Assistant plays a crucial role in the successful execution of our festival’s screenings and special events. They will be responsible for safely and responsibly transporting event supplies, including beverages, alcohol, concessions, and equipment. Additionally, the Driver PA may need to assist with miscellaneous production needs throughout the course of the festival.
Dates: 5/22/26 – 6/5/26 (as needed for deliveries, runs, etc.)
Rate: $21-$23/hr (commensurate with experience, approximately 60hrs total. )
Overtime policy: As a NewFest employee, you are eligible for overtime pay at a rate equivalent to 1.5x your calculated hourly rate. Overtime will be paid if/when an employee exceeds 40 hours of work in a single week (Sunday-Saturday). All overtime must be approved in advance by your supervisor.
Location: Onsite (various locations around NYC) Duties and Responsibilities include:
● Safely transport event supplies, including beverages, alcohol, concessions, and equipment, signage, tech, A/V equipment to event venues.
● Assist with miscellaneous production needs before, during, and after the festival.
● Attend and actively participate in all production meetings leading up to and during the festival.
● Assist the Production Manager with administrative tasks.
● Assist with the coordination of supplies, including pickups, deliveries, and inventory management.
● Be on-site for event preparations, check-ins, set-ups, and clean-ups.
● Provide general event support and assistance as needed.
● Assist with the maintenance of tracking systems to support the Production Department.
● Be available on-site during the festival to handle any last-minute tasks.
● Assist with transportation, delivery, strike, and storage of materials before, during, and after the festival.
● Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications:
● Minimum 21 years of age
● Valid driver’s license & clean driving record, with ability to safely transport supplies, equipment, and alcohol in a standard cargo van through NYC and surrounding boroughs.
● Ability to meet deadlines, arrive on time for runs, and manage multiple responsibilities.
● Keen attention to detail, ensuring accurate deliveries, signage placement, and supply coordination.
● Ability to lift, carry, & transport materials (cases of beverages, concessions, A/V equipment, etc.) up to ~40lbs.
● Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
● Team player mentality – willingness to pitch in wherever needed during festival operations.
● Knowledge of NYC Roads & Venues (Preferred) – familiarity with navigating local streets and festival event locations (SVA Theatre, BAM, Nitehawk Prospect Park, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
● Prior festival and/or live event production experience
● Prior film/tv/video production experience – G&E department experience strongly preferred
● Familiarity with the proper set up, breakdown, and transport of Step & Repeat banners, frames, and professional lighting equipment.