Arts Fundraising & Communications Student Assistant

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Performing Arts at the University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Communications and Fundraising Student Assistant (Work Study and Non-Work Study). The part-time, non-exempt position supports donor relations and fundraising efforts while gaining real nonprofit experience in a performing arts setting.

Responsibilities include data entry, donor stewardship, sponsor activations, event support, and creating fundraising materials.

Qualifications

• Availability to work scheduled shifts during normal business hours (M–F 9–5) with some evening/weekend events.
• Effective, 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection, entry, processing, retrieval and file maintenance.
• Assist with donor stewardship.
• Assist with sponsorship activations.
• Sort, 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 fundraising materials (including video creation).
• Write letters, reports, requisitions, and lists.
• Assist with special events – setting up, greeting guests, distributing flyers.
• Represent Texas Performing Arts with a pleasant and professional demeanor.
• Arrive on time for work and maintain a reliable attendance record.
• Dress appropriately for work in a casual, yet professional environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Data entry

Office software

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Texas Performing Arts at the University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Communications and Fundraising Student Assistant (Work Study and Non-Work Study). The part-time, non-exempt position supports donor relations and fundraising efforts while gaining real nonprofit experience in a performing arts setting.

Responsibilities include data entry, donor stewardship, sponsor activations, event support, and creating fundraising materials.