π΅ Compensation
**Lead Installer: $62.50/hour
**Assistant Installer: $40β$45/hour (based on experience)
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All shifts are paid with a 4-hour minimum, even if the work takes less time.
π οΈ About the Role
Go Local Promotions, Inc. β a leading experiential marketing and visual installations agency in the travel retail sector β is hiring Retail Visual Installers (Lead and Assistant levels) for part-time, on-call work primarily based at JFK Airport.
This is a flexible, hands-on opportunity to support monthly visual branding updates, retail redressing, and promotional installations inside duty-free stores, as well as additional activations in luxury retail, pop-ups, and experiential events outside the airport.
This is a W-2 employee role (not freelance/1099).
Weβre looking for reliable professionals with open availability who can respond quickly to short-turnaround requests. Many of our assignments involve overnight or early-morning installations, often on short notice when retail environments need urgent fixes or last-minute brand updates. Flexibility and dependability are key to success in this role.
π Position Levels
**Lead Retail Visual Installer:
-Oversees site execution and supports logistics and planning
-Experienced in vinyl application, fixture wrapping, and brand setup
-Interfaces professionally with store and airport personnel
-Ideally holds OSHA and/or electrical certifications
**Assistant Retail Visual Installer
-Supports install tasks under lead direction
-Entry-to-mid-level install or event experience
-Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and open to learning
-Will be trained and may complete OSHA certification after onboarding
π§© Key Responsibilities
-Install advertising materials, branded graphics, and vinyl wraps on walls, gondolas, lightboxes, windows, and fixtures
-Redress duty-free store fixtures monthly based on updated brand programs
-Assemble or deliver branded furniture and visual elements
-Inspect and open incoming crates; take detailed photos and log all received assets
-Access company warehouse to pick up/drop off assets and maintain organized inventory
-Prepare printouts and install-day checklists; assist in event execution planning
-Coordinate closely with the administrative production team for logistics, tracking, and updates
-May be required to run errands or transport materials using a company or personal vehicle
-Some roles may involve training to drive on the JFK tarmac/airfield for load-ins/load-outs
-Support additional retail activations and branded events in the NYC metro area as assigned
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Skills & Qualifications
Required:
-Hands-on experience with tools, vinyl installation, and brand display work
-Ability to follow visual guides and execute clean, professional installs
-Flexibility and open availability β must be able to respond to same-day or next-day installation requests, often scheduled late at night or early in the morning
-Strong communication and ability to represent Go Local and our brand clients professionally with duty-free staff and airport personnel
-Punctual, organized, and polished presentation on-site
-U.S. work authorization (W-2 status only)
-Must pass TSA background check and complete required airport security training
-Available for overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays
Preferred (Not Required)
**For Lead Installers:
-OSHA 10/30 certification or willingness to complete it
-Familiarity with basic electrical tasks (e.g., LED lighting, signage power setup)
-Experience documenting and reporting install progress or completion
**For Assistant Installers:
-Prior experience with visual merchandising or events
-Willingness to obtain OSHA certification post-onboarding
-Attention to detail and desire to grow within the company
Why Work with Go Local Promotions?
-Competitive pay with guaranteed shift minimums
-Flexible scheduling with opportunities for growth
-Work on major brand campaigns in world-class retail environments
-Collaborate with a supportive and professional creative operations team
-Clear path to steady part-time or full-time employment for high performers
-Even if a job takes less time, youβre always paid a minimum of 4 hours per shift
-Opportunity to work on unique, high-profile events in both airport and NYC local markets
How to Apply!!!!
Email your resume to: staffing@golocalpromos.com
Subject line: Retail Visual Installer β JFK
If available, please also include:
-Photos of past installation or visual work
-Portfolio or project samples (PDF, links, or photo attachments)