About The Kennedy Center

“I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy

The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.

At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.

Why Join Us

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to all employees including:

• Staff offers for discount tickets
• We like to have fun! Check out the Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2022 staff video!

Job Description

Washington National Opera is hiring Production Office Assistants (POAs) to assist in various tasks for the 2022-2023 season, beginning in October 2022. POAs assist the Production Office with various tasks related to the 22-23 season at both the WNO Studio in Takoma (3 blocks from Takoma metro) and/or at the Kennedy Center.

Production Office Assistants are assigned shifts to monitor the front desk at the WNO Studio in Takoma, serve as Child Minders for rehearsals and performance at the WNO Studio or at the Kennedy Center, assist with WNO Auditions, host rentals at the WNO Studio and other duties determined by the needs of the Production Office.

This is a part-time position, scheduled on a monthly basis based on the needs of the Production Office. This is a great position for those with flexible, changing schedules. Background check is required.

Duties & Responsibilities

Staffing the front desk of the rehearsal studio in Takoma

• Checking in guests and seasonal staff for rehearsals
• Monitoring front door and elevator
• Signing for mail and package delivery
• Assisting with Covid testing on testing days

Serve as Child Minder

• Supervise children in productions, both in rehearsals and performances
• Coordinate with Stage Management team and WNO Staff to facilitate the needs for the children in performance
• Communicate with parents/ caregivers

Assist with auditions

• Set up and processing
• Monitoring flow of auditions in/out of room
• General clerical assistance

Serve as Venue Host for Rentals to WNO Studio

• Monitoring front door and elevator
• Assist Rental groups with needs of the building, following the contract details
• Communicate with WNO Production staff with questions and issues that arise during the rental period

Key Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Work experience and interest/knowledge performing arts encouraged
• Work experience with children encouraged for child minding assignments
• Communicate professionally with patrons, artists, and staff
• Interest in positive interpersonal interaction, openness to diverse work situations, and sense of humor strongly encouraged