Esports Undergraduate Assistant

Butler; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Butler Esports at Butler University is seeking a student employee to assist with maintaining GGLeap and PC image software while supporting social media, live-streaming, content production, and event operations. You will provide day-to-day oversight of front desk student staff and contribute to a consistent, professional guest experience that advances Butler Esports and university initiatives.

This role offers opportunities to develop leadership, technical systems, digital media, and production

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled as a Butler University student throughout employment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with guests, student staff, and departmental partners through written and verbal interactions.
• Demonstrate reliability, organization, and the ability to meet scheduling expectations while managing multiple responsibilities.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team and contribute a positive, solutions-oriented mentality in a fast-paced environment.
• Show a willingness and ability to learn technical systems, production equipment, event procedures, and staff oversight responsibilities.
• Preferred: customer service experience; PC troubleshooting; involvement in esports/gaming to support programs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain GGLeap and PC image software to support consistent access to games, applications, and system configurations across facility computers.
• Coordinate social media content that promotes Butler Esports programs, events, accomplishments, and community engagement.
• Produce live streams, recorded content, and other digital media while supporting setup, operation, and troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Support event operations by preparing spaces, coordinating technology, assisting participants, and helping events run efficiently.
• Supervise front desk student staff by providing direction, reinforcing service expectations, and supporting effective daily operations.
• Troubleshoot common software, hardware, gaming, and production issues to reduce disruptions for guests, staff, and event participants.
• Collaborate with Butler Esports staff on departmental projects, facility priorities, and additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Active Butler University student

Clear and professional communication

Reliability and organization

Scheduling and multitasking

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn technical systems

Customer service experience

PC troubleshooting

Esports/gaming experience

Job description

Indianapolis, IN, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Position Description

Butler Esports supports student engagement, community connection, competitive gaming, events, and multimedia production through the Butler Esports Park. This position assists with maintaining GGLeap and PC image software while supporting social media, live-streaming, content production, and event operations. The role provides day-to-day oversight of front desk student staff and contributes to a consistent, professional guest experience that advances Butler Esports and university initiatives. Team members will have opportunities to develop practical skills in leadership, technical systems, digital media, production technology, event operations, and professional communication while completing additional duties as assigned.

Work Schedule

Flexible (10-20 hours per week)

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain GGLeap and PC image software to support consistent access to games, applications, and system configurations across facility computers.


• Coordinate social media content that promotes Butler Esports programs, events, accomplishments, and community engagement.


• Produce live streams, recorded content, and other digital media while supporting setup, operation, and troubleshooting of production equipment.


• Support event operations by preparing spaces, coordinating technology, assisting participants, and helping events run efficiently.


• Supervise front desk student staff by providing direction, reinforcing service expectations, and supporting effective daily operations.


• Troubleshoot common software, hardware, gaming, and production issues to reduce disruptions for guests, staff, and event participants.


• Collaborate with Butler Esports staff on departmental projects, facility priorities, and additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled as a Butler University student throughout employment.


• Communicate clearly and professionally with guests, student staff, and departmental partners through written and verbal interactions.


• Demonstrate reliability, organization, and the ability to meet scheduling expectations while managing multiple responsibilities.


• Collaborate effectively as part of a team and contribute a positive, solutions-oriented mentality in a fast-paced environment.


• Show a willingness and ability to learn technical systems, production equipment, event procedures, and staff oversight responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous customer service or hospitality experience may help candidates succeed in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for guests.


• Familiarity with basic PC troubleshooting, gaming hardware, peripherals, or software is beneficial but not required.


• Participation in the broader gaming ecosystem—such as esports, recreational gaming, streaming, content creation, or gaming communities—may also support success in the role.

Other Expectations

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.


• Comply with University standards and policies.


• Ensure confidentiality of information.

About Us

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2117


• Job Category Student


• Posting Date 08/19/2026, 06:05 PM


• Job Schedule Part time


• Locations 4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, US (On-site)