Part-Time Student Operations Administrative Assistant, IU Cinema

Part‑Time Student Operations Administrative Assistant, IU Cinema

CINEMA (BL-CINE-IUBLA) Indiana University (IU) Cinema (IUC) provides transformative cinematic experiences for all. As an academic support unit and a world‑class curatorial program and exhibition space, IUC curates unique artistic, educational, and intellectually enriching programs, including film series, visiting scholars, filmmakers, and industry professionals. Since its founding in 2010, the Cinema has served over 320,000 people and programmed films from 52 percent of the 195 United Nations‑recognized countries, offering more than 52 percent of its programming completely free of charge.

IU Cinema is an energetic participant in the life of Indiana University, hosting over 200 programs and events per year that combine visiting filmmakers, screenings with live music, academic and community partnerships, and special retrospectives.

• Pre‑event assistance, post‑event data tracking, and volunteer program support.
• Assist Director of Theater Operations with pre‑event paperwork and annual reporting data collection.
• Distribute poster and other marketing materials.
• Monitor IU Cinema’s Ticketmaster site.
• Confirm staff participation information for select programs.
• Perform maintenance tasks in support of house and outreach departments.
• Assist with planning internal events such as staff training and volunteer appreciation events.
• Support last‑minute event needs when necessary.
• Track volunteer applications and data.
• Update IU Cinema’s volunteer website as needed.
• Communicate orientation dates and volunteer opportunities to internal and external partners.
• Administer end‑of‑year volunteer survey.
• Update internal protocols and procedural documents.
• Assist with volunteer sign‑ups.
• Attend outreach events as desired.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University.

• 2 years of experience in events, administrative duties, or a related field.

• Basic computer skills and willingness to become proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment.
• High commitment to quality.
• Time‑management and priority‑setting skills.
• Professionalism at all times.
• Ability to focus for extended periods of time.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Enthusiasm for cinema and IU Cinema’s mission.

The person in this role must be able to navigate and work within a multi‑level facility, remain in a stationary position for extended periods, and lift or transport materials weighing up to 10 pounds. Essential functions require accommodations if needed.

Eligibility for Federal Work‑Study is required. Check status using One.

IU account.

Bloomington, Indiana. The position is eligible for a hybrid schedule, subject to future changes.

6‑10 hours per week with a regular daytime schedule. Some evening and/or weekend hours may be requested; schedule may vary with the Cinema’s programmatic calendar.

Indiana University is an equal‑opportunity employer and a provider of ADA services. Discrimination in hiring is prohibited. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination for contact information.