Weekend Studio Assistant (Freelance / On-Call)

Long Island City, NY

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Weekend Studio Assistant (Freelance / On-Call

Location: New York, NY
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Freelance / On-Call
Schedule: Weekends only, as needed

Company Overview

Slate Studios is a leading Creative Production Company specializing in advertising and editorial content for the fashion, beauty, and lifestyle industries. Our clients range from emerging labels to global luxury brands, and our work spans photography, motion, and full-scale production services.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a freelance weekend studio assistant to support our team on a per-project, on-call basis. This is a supplementary role, providing backup coverage when our weekday studio assistant is unavailable. Perfect for someone looking to pick up occasional weekend work in a creative, fast-paced studio setting.

Responsibilities

Support weekend photo and video shoots at our NYC studio
Set up lighting, grip, and equipment
Assist crew and clients during production days
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the studio
Help with merchandise handling and returns if needed

Qualifications

Experience assisting on set or in a photo studio environment
Comfortable lifting, organizing, and setting up gear
Reliable and punctual, with good communication skills
Available on weekends with short notice
NYC-based or within easy commuting distance

Compensation

Rate is commensurate with experience.
Please include your weekend day rate or half-day rate when applying.

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