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Events and Hospitality Student Assistant (Work Study and Non-Work Study)

The University of Texas at Austin
UT MAIN CAMPUS, United States, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Jul 2025
💰 $25,000/yr

About the role

Job Posting Title:

Events and Hospitality Student Assistant (Work Study and Non-Work Study)

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Hiring Department:

Texas Performing Arts

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

10

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Aug 11, 2025

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2025

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes 

 

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. 

 

Why Work for Texas Performing Arts? 

  • Real world experience working in a non-profit arts presenter. 

  • Opportunities for advancement, wage increases, and growth in responsibilities. 

  • Professional development opportunities and support. 

 

About Texas Performing Arts 

 

Texas Performing Arts (TPA) is the professional arts presenting and producing program of The University of Texas at Austin. One of the largest and most active university-based performing arts centers in the U.S., TPA is an anchor institution in Austin’s arts, cultural, and entertainment landscape. TPA operates venues on the UT campus including Austin’s largest theater, Bass Concert Hall. Its public programs include Broadway in Austin; an international season of dance, theater, music and more; and the Texas Welcomes series of national touring artists. TPA is part of UT’s College of Fine Arts and engages students across the university in creative experiences. 

 

Purpose 

 

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. 

 

Responsibilities 

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • 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.

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The University of Texas at Austin

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