Events Programming Production Assistant - The Chicago Cubs : Job Details

GO BEYOND THE IVYOur business is a team sport built on creating and delivering memorable experiences around Cubs baseball and other live events.Chicago Cubs | Marquee 360 | Marquee DevelopmentEach brand stands as unique as the teams that drive them. We welcome you to learn more about us.JOB TITLE: Seasonal Programming Production Assistant (part-time)DEPARTMENT: Marketing & EventsORGANZIATION: Marquee DevelopmentREPORTS TO: Event Manager, North Loop GreenFLSA STATUS: Non-exemptLOCATION: Minneapolis, MinnesotaPlease note this is an onsite, Minneapolis-based, part-time opportunity, running until December 22, 2024. Relocation assistance is not provided.BEING PART OF THE TEAMOur business is a team sport that began on a field with baseballs and bats and has evolved into one of the most recognizable brands in sports and entertainment through Cubs baseball and live events. Our success is driven by our people, who work in an engaging, collaborative, and inclusive environment. As a team, we continue to build a culture on and off the field that delivers unforgettable experiences for one another, our fans and community. Are you ready to be part of it?OUR STORYMARQUEE DEVELOPMENT is a full-service real estate firm that specializes in mixed-use sports and entertainment districts. We strategically manage every aspect of a sports-adjacent mixed-use development with a best-in-class ability to curate the experience for a team, fans and community. By bringing bring a sports-operational mindset to traditional real estate development, we focus on the critical integration of team operations and real estate to ensure the experience amplifies the brand of the district, while complementing and protecting the team brand to maximize long-term franchise value.ABOUT NORTH LOOP GREEN North Loop Green is a new mixed-use development outside of Target Field in downtown Minneapolis. North Loop Green will serve as a juncture of creativity, ideas, business and social life. The development includes 350,000 sq ft of creative office space, 17,000 sq ft of food & beverage, and 450 luxury residential units. Every aspect of North Loop Green is designed for unrivaled living, working and gathering experiences, including a newly programmed, 1-acre communal green space serving as the North Loop's town square. HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTEMarquee Development is seeking Programming Production Assistants for North Loop Green, a new public space located at 328 N 4th St, Minneapolis, MN, to create a welcoming environment and fun experiences for our visitors.The Green will be a dynamic and vibrant public destination. It will have scheduled outdoor programs daily most of the year, including fitness classes, pop-up markets, live entertainment, corporate & social functions, and community events. In addition, the Green will offer a variety of amenities for visitors, including a dog run, games, and other equipment for visitors to use.The Programming Production Assistants are the public-facing customer-service representatives that will help visitors find and participate in the activities that appeal to them. They will work to set up and break down furnishings for scheduled activities and occasionally supervise contractors doing the same. They will also record data to track program attendance and equipment use to help plan future activities.Programming Production Assistants must be able to physically work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, supervise and participate in the set-up and break-down of events and programs, and maintain a regular working schedule outside of standard business hours, including some evenings and weekends. Approximately 90% to 100% of working hours will be spent outdoors, depending on the season.Qualified candidates will have strong oral communication skills and human relations skills. They must possess a working knowledge or major social media platforms. Most importantly, they should be excited about meeting new people and helping them enjoy their visit to the Green. Experience in event management, visitor services, real estate tenant services, concierge services, or hospitality services at a hotel is a plus.THE DAY TO DAY:

• Assist with the setup, execution, and breakdown of events on the Green including tents, tables, chairs, and lawn games
• Act as public-facing customer service representative that will interact with both guests and event vendors
• Assist in operating the Green Video Board and sound system
• Track and report event attendance
• Create event execution sheets and distribute to all participating stakeholders
• Create event recaps after events are complete
• Maintain event equipment inventory

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exhibit professional judgement
• Exhibit excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and in calm and poised manner
• Willing to take the initiative and adapt to a variety of situations
• Have the ability to stand/walk for long periods of time in varying weather conditions, climb up and down stairs and lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours in non-traditional settings including weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Experience in previous event management, visitor services, real estate tenant services, concierge services, or hospitality services at a hotel is a plus

Response Expectations:Due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive, we unfortunately may not be able to respond in person to each applicant. However, we can assure you that you will receive an email confirmation when you apply as well as additional email notifications whether you are selected to move forward for the position or not. Please note, we keep all resumes on file and will contact you should we wish to schedule an interview with you.The Chicago Cubs and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.