Venue Specialist - Part-Time

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego: Venue Specialist
Department: Earned Revenue
Reports to: Manager, Earned Revenue Operations
Employee Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Primary Work Location: La Jolla
Pay Range: 17.86 – 18.80/hour
Apply By: COB, August 19th, 2026

JOB SUMMARY: Primary point of contact, facilities and technical support person, and MCASD representative for internal and external events occurring on MCASD properties. Support mission and vision of Museum throughout performance of duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Act as a steward of the facility for Museum and rental events, serving as house coordinator, vendor liaison, and client contact during events and programs.
• Provide on-site support during internal and external events, ensuring adherence to standardized policies and procedures during load in/load out, the run of the evening, and while operating on Museum property.
• Work closely with the security, facilities, registrars, and art handling departments to safeguard and protect the Museum’s art collection, exhibitions, and facility during events.
• Conduct and direct custodial duties as needed during events, including spill maintenance and ensuring OSHA regulation.
• Maintain and operate in-house event audio-visual equipment, including sound system, light programming, and projection equipment.
• Provide set-up support for in-house event equipment per the ground plan, when needed, for internal events.
• Move and set-up equipment weighing up to 50-100 pounds, occasionally in confined spaces.
• Ladder and lift work including heights of 15-20+ feet.
• Support outdoor events in all weather conditions (rain, cold/hot temperatures).
• Ensure smooth coordination of caterer and all sub-contractors for rental events.
• Ensure regular upkeep and testing of the Museum’s A/V systems, including video conferencing system, audio playback, and amplification systems.
• Work multiple night, weekend, and holiday shifts with some office hours to coordinate scheduling and planning, with alternate shifts (shift changes) and/or locations.
• Complete reports following events.
• Actively problem-solve throughout performance of duties.
• Perform routine office and administrative tasks as needed.
• Follow policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Special Environment Factors: Office located in basement setting, working off site, working in storage spaces, working at heights, and working in confined locations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE: Ability to successfully execute events of all scopes and scale. Knowledge of event production practices and industry standards. Knowledge of operation of audio/visual equipment. Experience with various types of performance and special events, including lectures, film, video, PowerPoint presentations, stage productions, concerts, and receptions. Ability to provide a high level of customer service with vendors and clients. Ability to make quick decisions and work well under pressure. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to maintain professional decorum and interact with all levels of employees, members, trustees, and donors. Strong technical and administrative skills preferred with proficiency in MS Office. Two years recent, relevant experience in event production coordination, stage management, or related field, or any equivalent education and experience.

OUR WORK CULTURE: The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) provides employees with a collaborative work culture where they can combine both their love and support of the arts and work in an enriching and diverse environment while further developing their specific professional knowledge, skills, and abilities.

ABOUT MCASD: It is an exciting time to join MCASD! Our La Jolla campus re-opened in April 2022 after a five-year expansion effort that doubled the building’s overall size. We are positioned to be a cultural beacon as the region’s foremost forum devoted to the exploration and presentation of the art of our time. Beautifully located on the coast, MCASD provides an unprecedented variety of exhibition spaces and experiences for the community, showcasing an internationally recognized collection and a dynamic schedule of exhibitions and public programs.

BACKGROUND CHECKS AND LICENSING: Professional references and consumer background check.

EOE STATEMENT: MCASD prohibits discrimination and harassment against individuals based on race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, reproductive health decisions, medical condition, covered veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.