Fair Handler

Future Fair

futurefairs.com

Future Fair, New York’s new contemporary art exhibition, will host its 5th annual in-person fair May 7–10, 2025 in Chelsea, NYC. The fair is hiring temporary staff positions that are both operational and front-facing. All temporary staff positions are entry-level. There are 3 departments of temporary staff: Event Assistants, Fair Attendants, and Fair Handlers.

Fair Handlers will be responsible for operational tasks on the floor in the setup and breakdown of the fair, and will report to the Project Manager.

Day Rate: $195

Depending on applicant interest and experience, this position could be combined with Fair Attendant during opening hours for additional pay.

Responsibilities

Installing signage
Painting
Assembling furniture
Distributing crates and furniture to storage and booths

Requirements

Ability to lift crates and boxes and be on your feet for several hours at a time.
Friendly, approachable, and capable of maintaining composure in the face of challenges
Able to work effectively in a high-pressure event setting
Detail oriented, organized and efficient
Encouraged, but not required: Experience working in art fair environment
Encouraged, but not required: Experience working in the service industry
Must be available for open the days of May 5, 6, 7 (morning) and 10 (evening).

How to Apply

Applications are accepted from now through Sunday, April 13th. Early applications will be prioritized. Applications received after April 13th will be considered on an availability basis, please email nolan@futurefairs.com for late inquiries.

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