Job Description:
Casual Student Staff (Technical)

Responsible to: Venue Technical Manager

Commercial Operations Manager
Venue Bar Manager

Venue Ents Manager
Technical Supervisor (Student Staff)

Responsible for: N/A

Job Purpose: To assist the Venue Management team with the setup and operation of audio visual equipment within the Students’ Union venue.

To assist the Venue Technical Manager in the general maintenance of the equipment and relevant spaces within the venue.

Main Duties: Operation of AV equipment

• To setup all equipment safely, efficiently and in accordance with instructions given.
• To liaise with the Technical Manager and external parties / promoters as required regarding the technical requirements for the event.
• To ensure an excellent standard of operation according to requirements of the event.
• To troubleshoot and remedy any problems arising during setup or operation, consulting the Venue Technical Manager when required.

Preparation of the venue

• To ensure the spaces within the venue are set up appropriately according to the event, including all safety equipment, furniture, visual systems and ambient lighting.

General maintenance and Cleaning

• To ensure the good condition of all equipment and report any faults to the Venue Technical Manager.
• To maintain an excellent level of tidiness and cleanliness across all public and staff only areas, before, during and after opening hours.

Uphold RUSU policies

• To observe and work within Health and Safety guidance as outlined in training.
• To uphold and promote the licensing objectives while conducting licensable activities.
• To be flexible in your approach to work and willing to undertake other duties as required.

Hours of work: Part-time role for student staff on a zero-hour contract. Expectation would be around 5-10 hours per week during term time. Peak times such as Welcome week would be busier and require more hours, while quieter weeks such as enhancement week would be likely to require fewer hours.

Person Specification – essential requirements

Previous Experience

- Experience of operating audio visual systems including basic lighting and sound controls.

- Experience of working within a team.

- Experience of working independently.

Skills and Knowledge

- Ability to multitask and prioritise.

- Ability to work under pressure and to high demand.

- Good problem solving skills and an ability to research independently.

Professional Attributes

- Friendly and flexible attitude to work.

- Excellent verbal communication skills.

- Organised approach to work.

- Good interpersonal skills.

- Good time management skills.

- Able to use initiative and proactive approach to tasks.

Person Specification – desirable requirements

- Experience of working within a live music venue or theatre.

- Experience of, or interest in, mixing live music.

- Able to work unsociable hours.

- Understanding of the role of a Students’ Union.

- Awareness of ethical and environmental issues.

All applicants for RUSU Student Staff must be over 18 years of age in order to adhere to UK Licensing laws.