Production Assistant Jobs

The 59th Chicago International Film Festival will take place October 11-22, 2023, in various venues across Chicago. The Festival unites film lovers and filmmakers from around the world with the belief that movies can involve an audience by challenging, entertaining, and inspiring them. In order to produce such an event, the Festival annually hires a group of dedicated individuals to work both at the Festival office, remotely, and at off-site venues during the months of August through October.

Basic requirements:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Drive
• The ability to work in a very fast-paced environment;
• Detail-oriented hard-workers with strong organizational skills;
• The ability to learn quickly;
• High customer service skills;

These seasonal positions entail long hours, and employees are expected to devote as much time as necessary to complete their tasks.

If interested, please email your resume and cover letter to the contact address in the position listing. No phone calls, please. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistance during the application process, please contact us in advance at [email protected] or 312-683-0121 x115. We strive to provide reasonable accommodations whenever requested.

Cinema/Chicago and the Chicago International Film Festival is an equal opportunity employer. We value all employees and job candidates as unique individuals, and we welcome the variety of experiences they bring to our organization. As such, we have a strict non-discrimination policy. We believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Production Assistant

The Production Assistants, along with the rest of the operations team, take all the planning for the festival and see it implemented day-to-day. Working most closely with the Production Coordinator, the Production Assistants are responsible for carrying out all Production Requests for the festival. This includes setting up and breaking down special events, making deliveries, assisting with talent moves, and other tasks as assigned. Must have a valid drivers license, and be comfortable driving a cargo van.

Full-time seasonal. October 2 – October 24. Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].