UnionDocs
Center for Documentary Art

Work with UnionDocs

UnionDocs is a Center for Documentary Art that presents, produces, publishes, and educates. We bring together a diverse community of artists, dedicated journalists, big thinkers, and local partners on a search for urgent expressions of the human experience, practical perspectives on the world today, and compelling visions for the future. In doing so, we embrace the broad spectrum of documentary approaches and disciplines; from social-issue to experimental, from personal to archival, from essayistic to observational, all impulses towards “creative actuality” are given space and attention. These efforts spring from the belief that documentary art— when paired with thoughtful context and open debate— is an invaluable tool for understanding the complexities of contemporary life and creating a more just and equitable society.

Growing steadily from grassroots since 2005, UnionDocs operates out of a 3-story building in the Southside of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, which houses our exhibition and production facilities, administrative offices, and artist residency. We serve a hyperlocal audience, attract people from across and beyond New York City, and increasingly, participants travel internationally to join our singular workshops and labs. International audiences also find us through our energetic social media, online and print publications, live streams, and budding online film distribution. In a typical year, we support over 36 filmmakers in our labs, facilitate 28 workshops, host +100 events and screenings, produce 8 short docs, publish two volumes of the scholarly journal World Records, and direct over $600k to artists in grants, honoraria, commissions, and fiscal sponsorship.

Learn a bit more about what we do…

Event Manager

UnionDocs, Center for Documentary Art based in Ridgewood, Queens, seeks an Events Manager to oversee the UnionDocs space for public screenings and other events, including working the entrance for checking people in, selling drinks, providing technical support, setting up the space, and helping out with other projects throughout the building. The Events Manager reports to the Operations Manager. The time commitment required for this position is between 6 to 12 hours per week, mostly on weekend evenings, and is paid on an hourly basis.

Responsibilities

Event Responsibilities

Prepare all aspects of space for events before the audience arrives, such as setting up the bar, cleaning and tidying the cafe area, making sure the bathrooms are clean and stocked, and setting up the screening area with enough chairsHelp test all media (digital, DVD, Blu-Ray, 16mm, and other formats) before each event, testing the projector and sound, setting up mics, and troubleshooting when necessary. Greet and check people into the events, and serve as the main bartender. Reset the screening area for the next scheduled event there, whether it be a workshop, lab or a screening.Capture video and photos of events, and archive recorded media. After the event, make sure to shut everything down on the POS, put away and restock the beverages, and count the cash in the drawer. After the event, clean and tidy the bathrooms, screening area, and the cafe area before turning off the lights and locking the door behind you.

Additional Responsibilities

Assist the Operations Manager with organization and cleaning projects throughout the building Take out trash on trash days. Manage space rentals (letting people in and out of the building, making sure they have everything they need for the space rental, and being in charge of the equipment and playing any media)

Qualifications

Must be diligent and alert throughout the entire event. Must be able to think on their feet when emergencies and complications arise during the event. Must have strong customer service and communication skills. Having a driver’s license is preferred. Must have a flexible schedule to work nights/weekends/weekend nights, as well as some weekday shifts. Must be able to lift heavy objects. Familiarity with technical equipment, including projector, speakers, camera, etc., preferred.

Compensation
& Benefits

The hourly pay rate for this position is $18+, depending on experience, plus free admission to screenings.

To Apply

To apply, please fill out the form linked below and attach a cover letter and resume. We’re looking forward to hearing from you! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only selected candidates will be notified of the next steps in the process.

In line with UnionDocs’ mission and commitment to a diverse and inclusive staff, women, people of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Comments, questions, and nominations or expressions of interest with any supporting materials can be sent to the confidential address: info (at) uniondocs.org.

UnionDocs provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, UnionDocs complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. UnionDocs expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of UnionDocs’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.