Events and Hospitality Student Assistant (Work Study and Non-Work...
The University of Texas at Austin - Austin, Texas, United States, 78701
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This is a part time student position at Texas Performing Arts. Both work study and non-work study students are encouraged to apply. Position is available to continue throughout student tenure. Assist the Event Management Office with the full-cycle management of events presented by Texas Performing Arts. Assist with pre-performance procurement of artist hospitality items and amenities; including purchasing, preparation, and set-up. Assist with day-of venue management; setting up, maintaining, and breaking down Artist catering, dressing room hospitality service, and additional dressing room furniture and needs. Assist with post-performance restoration of venue, and upkeep of hospitality inventory; collecting, cleaning, replacing, and review of all utilized TPA fixtures and amenities for each performance, and flipping our venue between performances. Provide excellent customer service and meet Artist's needs as a representative of Texas Performing Arts. Provide occasional office support using standard computer programs and office equipment. Represent Texas Performing Arts with a pleasant and professional demeanor through all interactions. Arrive on time for work and maintain a reliable attendance record. Dress appropriately according to the standards determined by supervisor. Process documents related to events, schedules and purchasing. Assist with inventory, upkeep, and procurement of hospitality items. Set up, maintain, and break down hospitality items. Assist with artist services duties before, during, and after performances. Assist with day-of-show venue management. Respect Artist's privacy and refrain from asking for autographs and taking pictures. Position requires non-disclosure of information. Have exceptional communication skills with your supervisor. Other duties as assigned. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to take initiative and work independently. Previous customer service experience. Professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills. Comfortable with working on one's feet. Able to lift up to 25 pounds. A valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record. Previous experience in events, stage or hospitality management. Previous work experience and/or an interest in the performing arts. Previous administrative experience. Previous food service and/or retail experience. $12.50/hour Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Prolonged screen time. Significant in person, over the phone, and written communication with members of the public. Physically able to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds. Works independently and unsupervised on a regular basis. Work collaboratively as a member of a team with people of varied backgrounds. Standard 8am
5pm office hours. Some night and weekend work available in relation to performances and events. Resume/CV. Cover letter/Letter of Interest. Fall semester availability. Copy of work study award, if applicable.