Artist Services Assistant Lincoln Center Performing Arts , NY

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
New York, NY
US

Lincoln Center

Department:
Programming

Role Overview:
Reporting to the Programming Manager and working in partnership with Company Managers and Line Producers, this position has a strong focus on hospitality and artist services in support of the Lincoln Center Presents season. The Artist Services Assistant’s primary responsibility is to support the well‑being of artists, upholding Lincoln Center’s artist services standards while building a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive backstage culture.

Artist Services Assistants are hired as on call Lincoln Center employees and are assigned to individual projects. Work is generally flexible and project‑based, and can range from one‑day engagements to extended support with hours distributed across the advance period leading up to a performance.

What you’ll get to do here:

• Work closely with Company Managers and Line Producers in managing and facilitating communication with artists for performances, rehearsals, and other events related to the production
• Serve as artist liaison for off‑stage support.
• Arrange artists’ hospitality according to Lincoln Center’s standards and/or the contracted needs of the artists
• Book flights, hotels, airport transfers, and local transportation when applicable
• Organize meals and beverages for rehearsals and performances
• Meet and greet artists and company members on day of arrival
• Create, update, and distribute artist welcome packets, backstage passes, and on‑site resources (i.e DOS, schedules, menu books) to the visiting artists
• Keep track of expenses and work with team in credit cards reconciliation
• Support Company Managers and Line Producers in troubleshooting any day‑of needs including running errands, equipment pick‑ups, etc
• Manage and update supplies inventory in coordination with Programming Manager
• Coordinate and manage list of guest names for complimentary and VIP performance tickets for artists and staff
• Manage teams of fellow Assistants and Interns on performance calls as necessary
• Represent Lincoln Center onsite as a welcoming face of the Programming Department

Qualifications:

• 2- 4 years of professional Artist Services, Producing, Company Management, or Stage Management experience in touring or event production, with a keen interest in working with artists.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to thorough communication; excelling at keeping everyone in the loop
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, results‑driven department/organization
• Solid computer and organizational skills; familiarity with Microsoft Suite and/or  ideal
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to self‑direct.
• Ability to bring a flexible team‑oriented approach and transition between leading and support roles based on the needs of the production.
• A passion for the performing arts and equitable work practices.
• Bilingual competency in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, French, or Korean heavily favored.
• Background in Contemporary Dance not required but a plus
• A sense of humor!

Schedule & Availability

• This is an on‑call, project‑based position with hours varying based on artist engagements, rehearsals, performances, and special events.
• Assignments may range from single‑day engagements to projects spanning several weeks.
• Members of the Artist Services Assistant roster will be contacted as opportunities become available and invited to indicate their availability for upcoming shifts.
• Shifts are generally assigned based on project needs, relevant experience, and availability, with opportunities offered on a first‑respond, first‑available basis.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is frequently required.
• Hours may be distributed across both advance planning periods and on‑site event support.

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