Event Production Student Assistant

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Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Recreation/Event Services, Student Services
Department:  - RU-EVENT PRODUCTIONS

STU AST-NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Student employees within the Event Production department must:

• Be a current UF degree seeking student registered at a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester
• Respond to and assist with emergency situations and building evacuations per department procedures or as instructed by building management staff
• Provide exceptional customer service while maintaining a high level of professionalism
• Demonstrate a desire and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced team‑oriented environment
• Maintain an exemplary work ethic by being proactive, self‑motivated, and dependable
• Participate in all scheduled meetings, trainings, and evaluations
• Serve as an ambassador for all areas within the Reitz Union as well as the University of Florida, providing accurate information and campus resources

• Set up and strike tables, chairs, stages, podiums, audiovisual equipment, and other event furnishings independently or as part of a team, following room diagrams and event documentation for both indoor and outdoor venues
• Works collaboratively with team members while maintaining a professional, friendly, and positive attitude
• Provide customer service support and audio‑visual troubleshooting with clients during setup and live events
• Assist with the transportation, distribution, and redistribution of office furniture, event equipment, and general equipment, ensuring items are returned to proper storage areas when not in use
• Conduct equipment inventories, maintain organization and proper storage of furniture and audiovisual equipment, and perform minor repairs
• Must be physically able to lift 45 pounds regularly and work effectively in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Work a minimum of 15 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters
• Ability to commit to at least two semesters
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, and weekend availability is required
• This position requires a variety of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, evenings, holidays, and academic breaks as needed
• Must have availability to work at least one holiday shift per semester and one fall football game weekend shift, as needed
• Provide two weekend (Friday‑Sunday) availabilities each fall and each spring semester at a minimum

$14.00/HR

This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part‑time basis, up to 20 hours per week.

Please refer to the additional requirements in the job description.

Experience is not required, and all training will be provided. However, candidates with the following qualities are preferred:

• The ability to work more than the minimum requirements
• Previous customer service, event, and/or AV experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A willingness to learn and be taught by your peers
• General knowledge of the University policies and Reitz Union
• CPR and First Aid certified, or willingness to obtain certification

Must submit a résumé with application that includes all current student involvement, organizations, or current employment on campus.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.

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Advertised: 09 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 22 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time

As an integral part of the educational mission of the University of Florida, the Reitz Union impacts the student experience by providing a foundation of engagement opportunities that enhance campus life. The Event Production Student Assistant is responsible for all equipment needs for thousands of meetings, conferences, and events at the Reitz Union each year.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.