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City Parks Foundation

Yoga Instructor

New York, NY · On-site

$60 - $75/hr

We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and ...

City Parks Foundation

Youth Golf Instructor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$17 - $40/hr

We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a SummerStage Event Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a SummerStage Event Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, experience in event planning, and often a background in arts administration or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools, ticketing platforms, and sound or lighting systems is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and flexibility are essential soft skills for managing staff, artists, and large audiences. These competencies ensure smooth event execution, positive experiences for attendees, and the overall success of the event series.

What is the difference between Summerstage vs Summer Camp Counselor?

AspectSummerstageSummer Camp Counselor
Required CredentialsEvent management, arts, or performance experience; sometimes certifications in arts or safetyChild supervision, first aid, and CPR certifications often required
Work EnvironmentPerforming arts venues, outdoor stages, community centersCampgrounds, outdoor settings, recreational facilities
Employer & Industry UsageArts organizations, theaters, community arts programsSummer camps, youth programs, recreational organizations
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding event roles in arts and entertainmentChild supervision and youth activity roles

Summerstage roles focus on organizing and managing performances in arts and entertainment settings, often requiring arts-related experience. In contrast, Summer Camp Counselors primarily supervise children in outdoor or recreational environments, with a focus on safety and activity facilitation. Both roles are seasonal and involve working with groups, but they serve different industries and skill sets.

What are some common challenges faced by SummerStage event staff, and how can they prepare for them?

SummerStage event staff often face challenges such as working long hours outdoors in varying weather conditions, managing large crowds, and coordinating with multiple teams to ensure smooth event operations. To prepare, staff should be proactive in communicating with supervisors, stay hydrated, dress appropriately for the weather, and familiarize themselves with the event layout and emergency procedures. Being adaptable and maintaining a positive attitude are also key to handling the fast-paced and dynamic environment of live events.

What is SummerStage?

SummerStage is a popular, annual outdoor performing arts festival held in New York City, featuring a diverse lineup of music, dance, theater, and spoken word events. Hosted primarily in Central Park, as well as in other parks across the city's five boroughs, SummerStage offers free and ticketed performances by both emerging and established artists. The festival aims to provide accessible cultural experiences for New Yorkers and visitors alike throughout the summer months.
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Infographic showing various Summerstage job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 15% Internship, 38% Part Time, and 47% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
Usher, SummerStage, Central Park

Usher, SummerStage, Central Park

City Parks Foundation

New York, NY • On-site

$17/hr

Temporary

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Front of House Manager of SummerStage, Central Park, the Ushers are responsible for providing excellent customer service to guests throughout our venue in Central Park. Ushers are assigned various positions throughout the venue including: ticket scanning, VIP/Membership hospitality, seating assistants, and greeting/escorting at the entrance. Assigned positions vary from show to show.
Compensation: $17.00/hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
Usher responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Greet guests as they enter the venue and designated VIP areas
  • Politely escort guests to their appropriate seating areas
  • Assist and escort patrons with disabilities
  • Answer audience questions regarding the venue, venue policies and amenities, performers and performance schedules
  • Administer audience surveys to SummerStage attendees
  • Act as ambassador for the organization, answering questions for visitors about the Festival and CPF
  • Assist the Box Office staff by scanning guests' tickets and ensuring count accuracy
  • Manage audience flow within the venue and VIP areas including implementing venue policies and credential requirements
  • Attend pre-event meetings and other training as assigned by the manager

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must have a minimum of one (1) year of Customer Service experience
  • Prior customer service and/or music venue operation experience preferred
  • Knowledge of City Parks Foundation and/or SummerStage a plus
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Maintain a professional, neat and well groomed appearance
  • Extremely dependable punctual, detail-oriented, and organized
  • Ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability and willingness to work outdoors and in all types of weather
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Ability and willingness to work evening and weekend hours
  • Demonstrate good judgment and a professional demeanor

APPLICATION PROCESS DETAILS
The SummerStage season runs from May - October. Applications are reviewed pre-season (April - May) until positions are filled. As of May 4th, all of our usher positions are filled, but we still welcome you to apply and we will hold your resume on file should any openings arise during the season. We generally do a second round of hiring later in the summer for this position, usually in August.
ABOUT CITY PARKS FOUNDATION
At City Parks Foundation (CPF), we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming New York City parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through arts, environmental education, sports, and community building programs for all New Yorkers. Our ethos is simple: we believe thriving parks mean thriving communities.
Community engagement includes Partnerships for Parks, a public-private program of City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks, which supports and champions a growing network of community leaders who care and advocate for the transformation of our neighborhood parks and the Parks and Open Space Partners-NYC coalition of conservancies and alliances. We also administer the NYC Green Fund, a regranting program for parks and open space nonprofits and grassroots organizations.
We produce SummerStage, the iconic free, outdoor performing arts festival in NYC, presenting world-class artists from across the globe and our own neighborhoods on our mainstage in Central Park and in local parks in all five boroughs, and our Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre and roving PuppetMobile present marionette puppet theater throughout New York City.
We connect youngsters to nature in the urban environment through progressive, experiential teaching. Using parks as classrooms, we provide learning experiences and hands-on activities in urban forests, coastal areas, and gardens.
Free golf, tennis, track & field, soccer, and fitness programs bring high-quality instruction and equipment into areas where few organized athletic opportunities exist. We offer leveled training, year-round scholarship coaching, and special pro events.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. City Parks Foundation does not offer visa sponsorship.

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