Artscrew Program Assistant

Job Description

Established in 2021, Brown Arts Institute (BAI) is a university-wide research enterprise and catalyst for the arts at Brown that creates new work and supports, amplifies, and adds new dimensions to the creative practices of Brown's arts departments, faculty, students, and community. Through year‑round programming, research‑focused courses, initiatives, collaborations, and partnerships, BAI commissions and presents new work on campus, across Providence, Rhode Island, and beyond.

Working within The Lindemann Performing Arts Center, The Granoff Center for the Creative Arts, and The Bell Gallery, BAI fulfills Brown’s ambitious vision for the arts as an integral presence throughout a liberal arts education.

Arts Crew Members are a key component of BAI’s operations. They assist in planning, executing, and evaluating programs and events while learning hands‑on skills in several areas of arts work. Members are assigned to a team within BAI based on their skills and interests and may be cross‑trained and fill several roles as assistants throughout BAI’s operations.

• Creative Technologies: 2D/3D printers, equipment, podcasting, recording studio, etc.
• Exhibitions: gallery monitors and tour guides, preparators, public art tour guides, etc.
• Marketing & Communications: content creation, copywriters, graphic designers, photographers, videographers, etc.
• Production: audio, carpentry, lighting, stage management, stagehands, video, etc.
• Programming: administration, artist services, company management, hospitality, etc.
• Visitor Services: house management, box office, tour guides, ushers, etc.
• Other administrative tasks as assigned.

Some roles require a series of paid skills training before filling shifts in one or more focus areas. Arts Crew offers flexible scheduling, averaging 5–20 hours per week, depending on operational needs and individual availability. Most work occurs in BAI venues; occasional opportunities exist to work throughout Brown University’s campus or on projects off‑campus with BAI’s partner organizations.

We ask that applicants be willing to serve as ushers for events as needed.

• Interest and passion for a career in arts, culture, or entertainment.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Effective communication and collaborative spirit.
• Interest in and foundational understanding of arts operations.
• Eagerness to engage in event support roles.
• Aptitude for learning technical skills (role‑dependent).
• Commitment to professional development in the arts (role‑dependent).
• Proactive engagement and attention to detail.
• Employees in Production or Preparator shifts must be able to lift 40 pounds; all positions may require standing for extended periods.
• Applicants must provide a résumé (not an artist résumé).
• All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• Brown University cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance.

The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.