Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Complimentary museum admission
Museum event access
Museum store discount
Job Description
The Jack S Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is a prestigious institution recognized for its bold vision and dedication to the visual arts. Situated on the UT Main Campus, the museum has undergone several significant transformations in recent years, including a dynamic reinstallation of its collection galleries in 2017, the unveiling of Ellsworth Kelly's monumental artwork titled Austin in 2018, and a comprehensive redesign of its grounds by the architectural firm Snøhetta in 2023. These developments highlight the museum's commitment to remaining at the forefront of the arts community locally and nationally. The Blanton... Show More
Job Requirements
- Experience working in a collaborative team environment to accomplish live events
- excellent and pro-active communication skills
- strong attention to detail
- friendly, calm yet firm demeanor
- strong physical dexterity
- excellent multi-tasking skills
- ability to work for long, flexible hours and on weekends
- relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
Job Qualifications
- Experience working in a collaborative team environment to accomplish live events
- excellent and pro-active communication skills
- strong attention to detail
- friendly, calm yet firm demeanor
- strong physical dexterity
- excellent multi-tasking skills
- ability to work for long, flexible hours and on weekends
- prior experience in event coordination or other relevant field preferred
- proven experience as event staff in an event management company or similar role in the hospitality industry preferred
- experience working in theater, festival, performing arts production, art museums, cultural organizations, and/or academic environment preferred
Job Duties
- Assist in setting up venue for program or function
- help relocate chairs or other furniture to make room for food/beverage vendors, entertainment, and/or activities
- assist with load-in
- ensure tech requirements are met
- set up green room and any spaces for special activities
- during event, serve as main point of contact for entertainment and vendors
- ensure venue remains clean and organized
- assist with load-out
- ensure food/beverage vendor areas are clear
- straighten any special activity rooms and green room
- put away/store any museum equipment such as games and signage
- at the end of event, ensure venue is restored and ready for visitors the next day
- other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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