Audio Student Assistant; -Study and Non- Study Job Austin area,Texas USA,Creative Arts/Media

Position: Audio Student Assistant (Open to Work-Study and Non-Work Study)

Job Posting

Title:

Audio Student Assistant (Open to Work-Study and Non-Work Study)
Hiring Department:
Texas Performing Arts Position Open To:
All Applicants Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

10

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt from FLSAEarliest

Start Date:

Aug 24, 2026

Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2027

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUSJob 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 at the University of Texas at Austin (TPA) is the nation’s largest and most active university-based performing arts center by annual attendance, budget, and number of events. Both an anchor institution in Austin’s arts landscape and a nationally significant presenter, TPA operates venues on the University of Texas at Austin campus including Austin’s largest theater, Bass Concert Hall.

Its presenting includes Broadway in Austin; an international season of dance, theater, and music; and the Texas Welcomes series of national touring artists. Education is at the core of TPA’s programs, which serve more than 30,000 K-12 students and the 55,000 students of UT Austin. .

The Student Audio Assistant will provide audio service for Texas Performing Arts Academic Production events and performances. Both Work-Study and Non-Work Study students encouraged to apply. This position may also be eligible to count as an academic internship. Please contact us at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). with any questions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clean cables, microphones, and stands.
Set up cables, microphones, stands, speakers and intercom.
Strike all equipment and return to proper storage area.
Represent Texas Performing Arts with a pleasant and professional demeanor through all interactions.
Arrive on time for work and maintain a reliable attendance record.
Wear close-toed shoes or work boots.
Lifting and moving of 50 pounds or more.
Work from heights and in confined spaces.
Practice professional customer service skills.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Willingness to follow technical instructions.
Willingness to work as part of a team.
Have an interest in audio systems and sound reinforcement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Working knowledge of software based media applications (i.e. Pro Tools, Q-Lab, etc).
Experience mixing live sound.
Knowledge of audio consoles, microphones, cabling, connector types.

Hourly Rate

$13.00/hour

Working Conditions

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 member of a team with people of varied backgrounds.
Work Shift Regular shifts during normal working hours (M-F 9-5) as well as event based night and weekend responsibility.

Required Materials

Resume/CV
Cover letter/Letter of Interest
Fall semester availability
Copy of Work-Study award, if applicable

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:
You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.

Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

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