Job Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in working with SkyFire Arts! We pride ourselves on creating a uplifting, supportive, and collaborative working environment where all are welcome.
We are currently hiring for:
Personal Assistant to the CEO of SkyFire Arts
*Must be North County San Diego local or close enough to commute
Possibility of working some hours remotely after sufficient training
We are seeking a reliable, long term employee to assist with tasks across all departments. This is a great position for a values driven individual who is interested in gaining experience & growth opportunities. If we’re a fit, you would help with mission fulfillment research, online content creation, project execution & generally supporting the realization of a truly unique vision.
About Us:
We are a fire & lightning performing arts company in which the dancers wear high voltage protective suits, become electrified by a device known as a Tesla coil and proceed to throw 10 foot arcs of electricity… for real.
Beyond offering the thrilling nature of this fantastic technology, SkyFire Arts makes an already powerful experience truly transformative by encouraging both courage & compassion through dramatic storytelling… seriously.
Our Mission is…to create spectacular productions that inspire ecological awareness & personal empowerment.
Our Vision is…a socially just & beautiful world in which everyone is connected to renewable energy.
Use this link to view our Mission Video for more details…SkyFire Arts Mission Video
About You:
Qualities:
Integrity
Initiative
Strong work ethic
Positive attitude
Excited to learn
Good sense of humor (we laugh a lot!)
Qualifications:
Must be North County San Diego local or close enough to commute (*see below)
A LOVE for Detail: a true enjoyment of organization, spreadsheets, notes, etc.
Solid Communication Skills : Both written and verbal. Friendly, flexible, polite
Solution-Oriented: Adaptable and looks for a creative solution as changes arise
Multi-Tasker: able to track several projects while focusing on a primary
Having your own computer and smartphone (negotiable)
Proficient or trainable with:
Paid social media marketing
Basic photo/video editing
Excel/Spreadsheets
Google Drive
Instagram
Facebook
Squarespace
Mailchimp
Airtable
Asana
About the Position:
Roles and Responsibilities Include:
Responding to emails from vendors and contractors in a timely manner
Supporting Creative Director and Production Manager in day to day tasks
Planning social media posts and advertisements, with oversight.
Occasional Errands including picking up supplies, shipping, etc.
Drafting documents and spreadsheets
Booking equipment shipping and crew travel
Drafting newsletters, blogs, and updates to website
Maintaining Databases and Filing Systems
Participate in and support team meetings
Developing collaboration proposals
Online research
Note: Job duties may change at any time depending on the needs of the company. This description is not designed to cover every requirement of the position.
Terms:
Starting pay rate of $15-$20/hour depending on experience
15-20 hours/week according to skill set, Flexible Hours
Increased pay rate and hours with successful trial period
*Possibility of working some hours remotely after sufficient training
Covid Protocols: Depending upon the pandemic situation at time of hire, we will either be meeting outdoors, indoors with masks & distance, or otherwise in a way that is appropriate to whether some or all people present have been vaccinated.
Ideally, we would like someone to become fluent in our services and operations and emerge as a key player in helping the business grow. A person with the right mix of skills and proven performance will naturally be considered for expanded responsibilities and increased compensation. Please apply only if a long-term commitment fits in with your goals and your lifestyle!
To Apply:
Send the following to anja@skyfirearts.com:
A cover letter telling us why you would be a good fit for our company
Resume - Include links to LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram page
Include the word "lightning" in the subject line. Only replies with that word in their subject lines will be considered