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  • Comedy Club Show Runner
    Comedy Club Show Runner
    7 days ago
    $20–$23 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    High Line Comedy Club is NYC’s only stand-up venue inside an upscale mini-golf entertainment space — and we’re growing fast. We’re looking for a Show Runner who thrives in live environments, keeps the energy flowing, and ensures every show feels seamless and unforgettable. What You’ll Do • Own show flow from doors open to curtain close — pacing, cues, transitions, and timing, • Ensure the space is performance-ready — lights, seating, green room setup, audience flow, • Coordinate staffing and setup/breakdown with venue operations and security, • Serve as MC behind the scenes — primary point of contact for talent, crew, and guests, • Support talent hospitality — greet comedians, handle lineups, and manage back-of-house needs, • Oversee content capture — coordinate photographers/videographers + ensure clean handoff of footage, • Communicate with VIPs, private groups, and special event organizers, • Work closely with producers to improve show quality and audience experience every night, • Help source and onboard additional show support staff as we expand What You Bring • Experience in live entertainment, stage management, or hospitality a strong plus, • Strong communicator who can keep calm, focused, and fun under pressure, • Sharp situational awareness — you see issues before anyone else does, • Love working with performers and creating great nights for audiences, • Ability to lead with confidence — even when plans change mid-show, • Weekend + evening availability required What We Offer • A creative, high-energy environment where every night is different, • Opportunities to grow into larger producing or management roles, • Free mini-golf + comped show tickets (and the best comedy vibes in NYC)

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  • Actress / Event Interview Host – Part-Time Event Role
    Actress / Event Interview Host – Part-Time Event Role
    17 days ago
    Full-time
    Union City

    Full job description The Law Offices of Peter N. Davis & Associates is looking for a friendly, energetic, and camera-ready actress or on-camera personality to help create fun event content for our law firm’s community marketing events. This role is ideal for someone with a polished, camera-ready appearance, strong on-camera presence, confidence, and an upbeat personality. The right person should be comfortable speaking with fans, event attendees, and mascots in a fun, family-friendly way. Main Event Location: Brooklyn Cyclones Games 1904 Surf Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11224 Other events may include food festivals, parades, Comic Con, anime conventions, and other community events throughout the NY/NJ area. What You’ll Do: You will attend events on behalf of The Law Offices of Peter N. Davis & Associates and help create engaging video content. This may include interviewing fans, speaking with event attendees, interacting with the team mascot, asking fun questions, and helping bring positive energy to our booth and brand presence. The content will be light, fun, and community-focused. No legal experience is required. Responsibilities: • Interview fans, guests, and event attendees on camera, • Interact with mascots, staff, and community members, • Help create fun short-form video content for social media, • Represent the law firm in a friendly, professional, and family-friendly way, • Bring energy, confidence, and personality to each event, • Follow basic direction from the marketing team, • Be comfortable filming multiple takes when needed Ideal Candidate: • Actress, performer, host, content creator, model, brand ambassador, or someone comfortable on camera, • Polished and camera-ready appearance, • Strong on-camera presence, • Outgoing, personable, and comfortable approaching people, • Reliable, professional, and easy to work with, • Comfortable working at live events, including baseball games, festivals, parades, Comic Con, and anime conventions, • Able to keep the tone fun, respectful, and family-friendly Schedule: This is a part-time, event-based role. Most events will be Brooklyn Cyclones games. Event shifts are usually around 3 to 5 hours. Pay: $100 per event/day. Payment is sent by check in the mail. Event Perks: At certain games or events, free food, beverages, and/or access to multiple seats approximately 15 rows behind home plate may be offered. These perks are not guaranteed and are provided strictly on a game-by-game basis, depending on availability and event arrangements. About Us: The Law Offices of Peter N. Davis & Associates is a personal injury law firm located in Lodi, New Jersey. We represent clients injured in car accidents, slip and falls, work injuries, and other personal injury matters. We are active in the community and regularly attend events to connect with local families, fans, and organizations. Pay: $100.00 per day Application Question(s): • Do you have any acting, hosting, modeling, brand ambassador, social media, or promotional experience?, • This role involves interviewing fans, event attendees, and mascots in a fun, upbeat way. Does that sound like something you would enjoy?, • Are you comfortable working at Brooklyn Cyclones games at 1904 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224?, • Are you available for event shifts that are usually 3–5 hours?, • Most events pay $100 for the day, with payment sent by check in the mail. Does that work for you?, • Are you able to bring high energy, confidence, and personality even in busy outdoor event settings?, • Are you comfortable taking direction from a marketing team and doing multiple takes if needed?, • Are you comfortable interacting with sports fans, children, families, mascots, and event staff?, • Do you have reliable transportation to Brooklyn Cyclones games and other events in the NY/NJ area?, • Are you available for occasional events outside of baseball games, such as food festivals, parades, Comic Con, or anime conventions?, • Why do you think you would be a good fit for an on-camera event host role?, • Are you comfortable with the listed compensation?, • What is your Instagram account?, • Do you speak Spanish? Work Location: In person

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  • Social Media Manager
    Social Media Manager
    10 days ago
    $22.5–$40 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Golf Entertainment Group (NYC) Golf Entertainment Group is seeking a creative and trend-aware Social Media Manager to oversee content and digital growth for multiple NYC entertainment brands, including Puttery, Rory's Rooftop, and High Line Comedy Club. This role is ideal for someone deeply connected to NYC culture, nightlife, comedy, sports, and hospitality. You’ll help drive awareness, engagement, reservations, ticket sales, and brand growth across Instagram, TikTok, Reels, and other social platforms. Responsibilities • Manage social media accounts across multiple brands, • Capture and create content for:, • comedy shows, • rooftop events, • influencer activations, • sports watch parties, • food & beverage, • nightlife experiences, • Edit and publish short-form video content, • Write captions and promotional copy, • Track engagement, audience growth, and campaign performance, • Stay on top of trends, memes, and platform updates, • Coordinate with creators, influencers, comedians, and venue staff Qualifications • 2+ years in social media, hospitality, nightlife, or entertainment marketing, • Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, and short-form video, • Experience with CapCut, Canva, Premiere, or similar tools, • Comfortable working nights and weekends, • Strong creative instincts and ability to move quickly in live-event environments Bonus Points • NYC nightlife or entertainment experience, • Influencer marketing experience, • Paid social experience, • Photography or videography skills Location New York City (In-Person) Schedule Full-Time with flexible hours based on events and activations.

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  • Server
    Server
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Montclair

    We are seeking an energetic and dedicated Server to join our vibrant restaurant team. In this role, you will be the face of our establishment, delivering exceptional guest experiences through attentive service, expert food and beverage knowledge, and a positive attitude. Your enthusiasm for hospitality and strong communication skills will help create memorable moments for our guests while ensuring smooth operations behind the scenes. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a lively, fast-paced environment that values teamwork, professionalism, and a passion for food and service excellence. Responsibilities Greet guests warmly upon arrival, providing friendly and attentive customer service throughout their visit Take accurate food and beverage orders using POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS, ensuring special requests are noted and fulfilled Serve food and drinks efficiently while maintaining high standards of presentation and cleanliness Upsell menu items to enhance guest experience and increase sales opportunities Manage guest relations by addressing questions, resolving concerns promptly, and ensuring overall satisfaction Assist with food handling, sanitation, and food preparation tasks as needed to support kitchen staff Handle cash transactions accurately through cashiering systems, including cash handling and basic math calculations Maintain cleanliness of dining areas by bussing tables, resetting for new guests, and adhering to sanitation standards such as Food Safety guidelines Support host/hostess duties when required, including seating guests using OpenTable or similar reservation systems Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient service flow during busy nights or events like nightclub evenings Qualifications Previous restaurant experience or food service background preferred; fine dining experience is a plus Familiarity with POS systems such as Toast POS or Micros POS; experience with OpenTable is advantageous Strong customer service skills with a friendly, energetic approach to serving guests Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment while multitasking seamlessly Knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation practices, and proper food handling procedures Culinary experience or kitchen background is beneficial but not required Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude Basic math skills for cashiering and transaction management Experience in hospitality roles such as serving, bussing tables, or host/hostess positions enhances suitability for this role Join us to be part of an enthusiastic team committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences! We value your energy, dedication, and passion for hospitality — apply today to start your journey in a dynamic restaurant environment where every shift is an opportunity to shine! Job Types: Part-time, Temporary Pay: $800.00 - $1,000.00 per week Note: this is 6 months contract for seasonal

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  • Development Associate
    Development Associate
    1 month ago
    $64000–$70000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Open House New York seeks an energetic, entrepreneurial, collaborative professional to join our team as Development Associate. The Development Associate will support fundraising operations to drive growth, while gaining access to the people and projects shaping the future of New York City through public programming, including the signature five-borough OHNY Weekend festival. This position requires 3+ years of fundraising experience across a range of activities, including special events, individual giving, membership, and sponsorship, plus a proven ability to draft compelling messages, from donor correspondence to corporate pitches. The ideal candidate will bring a Swiss Army knife skill set and an eagerness to grow on a small, dynamic team, and bring deep passion and curiosity for New York City, particularly its built environment (architecture, planning, real estate, infrastructure). This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Deputy Director. Development Associate Responsibilities and Duties: • In collaboration with the Deputy Director, support core fundraising activities including: membership, individual giving, special events, sponsorship, and grant writing, • Manage donor research, tracking, acknowledgments, and correspondence through Salesforce, • Accurately maintain organizational systems and fundraising data to support accounting processes like financial transactions for the monthly close, • Draft and design content for donor materials, including appeal letters and corporate pitches, • Support logistics and production for donor events, including cultivation and community events, the Open City Benefit in the spring, and the OHNY Weekend Launch Party in the fall, • Additional administrative and operational duties as needed Development Associate Qualifications and Skills: • Track record of successful donor engagement, from prospect research to solicitation to relationship stewardship, • Event production experience, • Aptitude for problem-solving and the ability to manage multiple projects at once, and work independently, • Must be adaptable and highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to initiate and maintain relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, including Board members, donors, members, and program partners, • Fluency with Microsoft Office, CRM, and CMS platforms (databases like Salesforce preferred), and project management platforms (Asana, Slack, etc.), • Curiosity for New York City and the built environment (architecture, planning, real estate, infrastructure), • Commitment to the mission and values of Open House New York, • 3+ years of experience in fundraising required, Bachelor’s or commensurate experience Education Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate experience. Location and Hours We currently work on a hybrid schedule. The Development Associate will work three days per week (typically Tuesday-Thursday) in our office at 150 Varick Street, though this schedule may shift and evolve, particularly in the run-up to major events. Ability to attend events in the evening and some weekends is required. Note: OHNY Weekend is October 16-18, 2026. Salary and Benefits Salary is commensurate with experience, in the range of $64,000—$70,000. Full benefits provided, including health insurance, retirement contribution, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts. We welcome an open discussion with interested candidates about the full compensation package. Application - How to apply A successful application includes a cover letter that addresses your relevant experience and your interest in New York City’s built environment. Selected applicants will be invited to interview the OHNY team in May. Applicants who advance to this stage will be asked to provide work samples, including donor correspondence. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with resume reviews starting on April 22. Position is for immediate hire with an anticipated start by June. Open House New York encourages candidates from any and all backgrounds, nationalities, ethnicities, gender identities, and lived experiences to apply. We are an organization that is committed to diversity, equity, access, and inclusion in all aspects of our work, most importantly our team. A note of encouragement: Statistics show that individuals coming from systematically excluded or oppressed groups apply to jobs only if they meet every qualification. Open House New York wishes to remind applicants that rarely does someone meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you. About Open House New York Open House New York promotes broad, unparalleled access to the city—to the places, people, projects, systems, and ideas that define New York and its future—and fosters civic dialogue about how the city functions and who it serves. Through year-round programming and the annual OHNY Weekend, which ranks among the largest public design festivals in the nation, Open House New York offers a citywide platform for public education and engagement.

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