Communications and Fundraising Student Assistant (Work Study and Non-Work Study)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist with data collection, entry, processing, retrieval and file maintenance.Assist with donor stewardshipAssist with sponsorship activationsSort, assemble, organize, and distribute materials and mailings.Research possible foundation and corporate sponsor opportunities.Research and interview current TPA student employees, staff, and guests for creation of fundraising materials (including video creation)Write letters, reports, requisitions, and lists.Assist with special events setting up, greeting guests, distributing flyers, etc.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 for work in a casual, yet professional environment.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Availability to work scheduled shifts during normal business hours (M-F; 9-5) along with some night and weekend eventsEffective, positive, and clear face-to-face and phone communication skills.Strong independent and collaborative work ethic.Working knowledge of computers and office equipment like: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Strong attention to detail.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Previous customer service experience.Experience with data reporting and analytics.Knowledge or interest in non-profit administration, development and/or performing artsRTF (Radio-Television-Film), Communications and Marketing, Business major or similarExperience with Adobe Creative Suite or Final CutComfortable conducting video interviews with students, staff, guestsDriving RequiredNoHourly Rate$12.50/hourWorking ConditionsRepetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Prolonged screen time.Significant in person, over the phone, and written communication with members of the publicPhysically 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 ShiftPrimarily M-F 9-5. Some night and weekend shifts for events.Required MaterialsResume/CVCover letter/Letter of InterestSummer and Fall semester availabilityCopy of work study award, if applicableImportant 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.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.