Holiday Production Assistant

About the Role

The Holiday Production Assistant will assist in the planning, promotion, and execution of Holiday activations, including Tree Lighting, Carousel Operations, and Ice Skating Rink events. This role supports the Public Realm Operations and Communications & Marketing teams.

• Type: Part-time, Temporary, Internship
• Schedule: November 17, 2026 – January 8, 2027; 20-30 hours per week. Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Flexible work hours and weekend availability preferred.
• Pay: $22.14 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and implementation of Downtown Holiday Activations and other public realm events and programming.
• Represent DSA at all activations as the onsite point of contact for staff, production crews, sponsors, etc. to ensure smooth event and activity execution.
• Responsible for set up, staffing, and breakdown at each activation, depending on complexity.
• Conduct consistent and accurate data collection (attendees, equipment and material inventory, etc.) for reporting and presentations.
• Communicate consistently with staff, production crews, sponsors, etc. to share information, change plans, cancellations, and updates.
• Conduct outreach and distribute collateral and promotional materials at event venues and neighboring businesses.
• Assist with updates to the organization’s websites, blog, and social media outlets.
• Assist with the development and updating of community stakeholder lists.
• Follow project timelines and task lists, ensuring deliverables are provided on-time and consistent with approved formats, within allotted hours and budget.
• Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficient with: Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Skills:
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to engage with diverse members of the public.
• Ability to take direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and demonstrate good judgment.
• Highly organized and attentive to details with excellent follow-through.
• Willingness to be helpful and make a difference in our community.
• Marketing skills, with the ability to help with live social media posts is a plus.
• Knowledge of the downtown area and how to get around is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work Environment: Working in parks and public spaces in downtown Seattle, outdoors in all weather conditions, with exposure to potentially hazardous waste/substances.
• Physical Demands:
• Must be able to lift and transport up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work occasional early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Company-paid ORCA Card.
• Sick time accrual based on Seattle sick and safe.