Student Assistant II
(This is a work-study position)
Start Date: 8/12/2026
Pay: $19.61/hour, approximately 8-12 hours per week
Reports to: IGS Event and Communications Director
Job Description:
The Institute of Governmental Studies is searching for a detail-oriented and technically proficient student assistant to support the audio-visual elements of our events and programs. This position provides event support for our classes, lectures, major events, seminars, socials, and workshops, including the set-up, maintenance, and use of microphones, sound systems, projectors, digital recording equipment, and video-conferencing platforms for in-person, hybrid, and virtual programs. The Assistant must be able to work independently with a high degree of professionalism and minimal oversight.
Responsibilities:
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Set up, monitor, and troubleshoot audiovisual equipment and systems for weekly seminars, classes, and student-facing programs
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Capture long-form event videography and livestreams via Zoom/YouTube for major IGS events and programs
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Perform basic photo and video documentation and light editing immediately following events, then hand off raw and lightly-edited files to the Media & Design Assistant for further production
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Ensure event recordings are captured in formats compatible with UC Berkeley digital accessibility and captioning requirements
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Track event registration, attendance, and related metrics for end-of-semester reports
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Assist the Events and Communications Director with tracking events-related tasks and keeping internal documentation accurate and up-to-date on a weekly basis
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Support event logistics (setup/breakdown of food, beverages, AV equipment, furniture) and the general upkeep of shared Matsui Center spaces as needed
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Other duties as assigned by your supervisor
This position is right for you if you have:
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A background in supporting the technical aspects of events and video production
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Flexibility to work additional hours on weekday afternoons and evenings to support our events and programs (typically Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays)
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Experience effectively managing multiple media-related tasks and completing given assignments in a timely manner
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The ability to exercise effective decision-making and problem-resolution skills
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A desire to learn new skills, and proactively seek out opportunities to grow
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A preference for a small, collaborative, tight-knit team environment
Knowledge and Skills:
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The ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize objectives to meet deadlines are required
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Strong spoken and written communication skills in English are required
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Experience setting up and operating basic audiovisual equipment such as microphones, mixers, projectors, and connecting cables is required
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Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or similar platforms for photography, videography, and/or video editing is required
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and similar applications is required
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Experience with video conferencing and livestream software is preferred
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Experience using a DSLR camera to capture photos and videos is preferred
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Experience with graphic design via Canva, Photoshop, and/or Illustrator is preferred
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Job experience in an office environment is preferred
Please email your resume and course schedule to Ezra Bristow at igs@berkeley.edu, and include the position number in your subject line.