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Future Fair, New York’s new contemporary art exhibition, will host its 6th annual in-person fair May 13–16, 2026 in Chelsea, NYC. The fair is hiring temporary staff positions that are both operational and front-facing. All temporary staff positions are entry-level.
At Future Fair, the Fair Handler will be responsible for operational tasks on the floor and will report to the Project Manager. This is a temporary position that can be combined with a front-facing Fair Attendant position for additional pay depending on experience and interest.
Day rate: 195
Responsibilities
Installing signage
Painting
Assembling furniture
Distributing crates and furniture to booths
Requirements
Must be able to lift crates and boxes and be on your feet for several hours at a time.
Friendly, approachable, and capable of maintaining composure in the face of challenges
Able to work effectively in a high-pressure event setting
Detail-oriented, organized and efficient
Encouraged, but not required: Experience working in art fair environment
Encouraged, but not required: Experience working in the service industry
All-day availability required for May 11 and 12. Half-day availability required May 13 (morning) and 16 (evening).
How to Apply
Applications are accepted from now through Friday, May 1. Early applications will be prioritized. Applications received after May 1 will be considered on an availability basis, please email nolan@futurefairs.com for late inquiries.
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Posted on April 20