ACC Baltimore needs you!

I saw this ad on craigslist today, and while it's not something I can fit into my life in February, I bet one of my blog followers can. Just wanted to pass this temporary, contract position on. Apply quick! Seems like a great experience...

Production Manager Wanted

The American Craft Council needs a production manager assist with the annual American Craft Show in Baltimore, MD, February 21- Feb 26, 2012.

Background: The American Craft Council is a national, nonprofit educational organization dedicated to promoting understanding and appreciation of contemporary American craft. The Council is the leading voice for crafts in America, celebrating the remarkable achievements of the many gifted artists working in the media of clay, fiber, glass, metal, wood and other materials. Baltimore is the American Craft Council's largest show featuring more than 700 exhibitors and 25,000 attendees.

The Production Manager is responsible for the realization and recording of educational programming at the American Craft Council Show in Baltimore, Maryland February 21-26, 2012. All work will take place in the Baltimore Convention Center. This is a temporary contract position reporting to the Director of Education and working closely with the Education Coordinator, Technical Staff and Talent. The applicant must be available for the following dates: Tuesday February, 21 and Friday, February 24- Sunday February, 26 2012

The successful candidate will:
• Ensure strict adherence to schedules and deadlines of live programming.
• Liaise with and support the Director, Talent and Audio/Visual staff engaged by the American Craft Council.
• Manage and oversee the audio/visual technical production and to take a hands-on role in its execution.
• Film and Record the lectures and programming as directed.
• Demonstrate superb management and communication skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current video recording and audio soundboard equipment.
• Must have flexible working hours.
• To be available throughout the run of the production to deal with any matters arising.

Application: applicants should email in PDF format:
• A brief statement describing your qualifications and interests
• Contact information for 2 references
• A resume detailing prior academic and work experience

There are additional opportunities to apply for similar show internships at upcoming Council Shows. For additional information, please contact Tana Hargest, Director of Education directly.

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/med/2742641688.html