Asylums are on the lookout for student staff keen to engage and interact with both student and public facing social media presence as well as hosts for our weekly Pub Quiz.

Do you work well in front of a crowd both physically and virtually? We are looking for those to take their next step and become our new social media team, creating engaging content during events and being able to communicate verbally during our weekly quiz, alongside their academic studies, working for an established social media account and pub quiz helping to provide fist hand experience.

We are looking for key members to grow our team as well as offering an opportunity to help gain industry knowledge and create an engaging environment.

This role will start from September 2026, so if you will be a student at the University of Hull for the 2026-27 academic year then you are an ideal candidate for this role.

A little bit about us

Hull University Students’ Union is a registered charity, with a large trading subsidiary; Our vision mission and values are set out below.

Vision: For every student to feel, seen, heard, valued and empowered.

Mission: HUSU exists to champion student priorities helping you succeed in your studies and beyond. As your Students’ Union, we represent your voice to the University of Hull and to other representative bodies, making sure your academic interests and wellbeing are supported. We offer loads of opportunities to get involved, from societies and sports to events, campaigns, and student-led change. Whether you are here to meet new people, make a difference, or just enjoy your time at university, we are here to support your journey and help build a community where everyone feels they belong.

Our Trading Subsidiary provides an on campus Bar in partnership with J D Wetherspoon, a mini-supermarket in partnership with SPAR, and our nightclub and live gig space Asylum.

Our Values:

Inclusive - We are committed to fostering equity, diversity, Inclusion and belonging, by continuously adapting our services to meet the evolving needs of our members.

Innovative – We look to the future seeking new opportunities, collaborations and partnerships; we are imaginative, creative and progressive

Positive – We continually work to improve your Union, we are confident, optimistic and solution focused.

Fun – We focus on making your time at university as enjoyable as possible.

Supportive – We listen, look out for your best interests and make sure your voice is heard.

What You'll Be Doing

Your role will combine event hosting, audience engagement and content creation, with responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Creating engaging content for Asylum/ Tower Wednesday social media channels before, during and after events.

• Capturing photos, videos and behind-the-scenes content to promote upcoming events and showcase venue activity.

• Interacting with our online community by responding to comments, messages and encouraging audience engagement.

• Planning and producing creative social media ideas that reflect the Asylum brand and student culture.

• Setting up and preparing the venue for our weekly Pub Quiz.

• Hosting the weekly Pub Quiz, delivering questions confidently and creating an enjoyable, energetic atmosphere for participants.

• Engaging with quiz teams throughout the evening and encouraging repeat attendance.

• Promoting events through flyering and engaging with students across campus and the local community.

• Working alongside the venue and events team to support marketing campaigns and special events where required.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for people who are:

• Confident speaking in front of groups and engaging with a live audience.

• Comfortable appearing in front of a camera and creating social media content.

• Creative, enthusiastic and full of ideas for engaging digital content.

• Friendly, approachable and passionate about creating a welcoming atmosphere.

• Reliable, organised and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Interested in social media, marketing, events, entertainment or broadcasting.

• Available to work evenings, particularly for weekly quiz nights and live events.

Previous experience in hosting, presenting or content creation is welcome but not essential. Full training and support will be provided—we're looking for people with personality, confidence and a willingness to learn.

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience in social media management, digital marketing and content creation.

• Hands-on experience hosting live events and developing presentation skills.

• Opportunities to build confidence in public speaking and audience engagement.

• Experience working with an established venue and growing brand.

• A portfolio of content and transferable skills for careers in events, marketing, media or entertainment.

• Flexible work that fits around your academic studies.

• The opportunity to make a real impact on the student experience while developing valuable industry knowledge.

If you love meeting new people, have a flair for creativity and enjoy bringing energy to live events and online communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

Discount in our SPAR shop, Wetherspoon Sanctuary and The Asylum plus opportunity for free tickets to events.

Additional Information

We are committed to ensuring our workforce accurately reflects the diversity of the world we live in. We positively encourage applications from all individuals irrespective of gender, age, home country, ethnic background, sexuality, religious beliefs or disability.

All candidates will be treated equally and all appointments made on merit.

If you require any further information or wish to discuss this role please email HUSU-HR@hull.ac.uk or telephone 01482 466323.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applicants.

Closing date: Friday 7th August 2026