Asylum are on the look-out for student staff to work across the venue, the box office, quiz and social media.

Do you have an interest in live music and events? From live music to club events, we are looking for people looking to take their first steps (or maybe continued steps) alongside their academic studies, working for an established venue across all areas including the box office, quiz and social media.

We pride ourselves in our ever-growing event schedule and are looking for key members to grow our team as well as offering an opportunity to help gain industry knowledge.

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 vary depending on the event and your skills, offering experience across different aspects of venue operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the set-up and preparation of live music events, managing the set- up of technical equipment including responsibility for PA, lighting of Hull University Student Union events, from Bongo’s Bingo, Live Music to general club nights like Tower.

• Welcoming customers and providing excellent customer service throughout their visit.

• Operating the box office, including ticket sales, collection and customer enquiries.

• Managing customer ingress and supporting venue entry procedures.

• Running cloakroom operations during events.

• The delivery of live events, with sound and lighting.

• Assisting artists, promoters and production crews where required.

• Supporting venue operations before, during and after events.

• Creating engaging content for our social media channels and interacting with our online community.

• Maintaining a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for customers, performers and colleagues.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for people who are: 

• Passionate about live music, nightlife and events.
  
• Experience with any of the following:
  Lighting, sound and power
  Lighting Control Systems
  Good IT Skills
  Confidence to liaise with production teams and students
  
• Friendly, approachable and confident communicating with customers.
  
• The Ability to work under pressure and use their own initiative.
  
• Reliable, punctual and able to work evenings and weekends.
  
• Keen to learn new skills and take on a variety of responsibilities.
  
• Interested in developing experience within the live events, music or entertainment industries.
  

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience across multiple areas of a busy live music venue.
  
• Opportunities to develop technical, operational and customer service skills.
  
• Experience working alongside industry professionals, artists and promoters.
  
• Insight into venue management, event production and live entertainment.
  
• A supportive team environment with opportunities to grow your knowledge and responsibilities.
  
• Flexible work that fits around your academic studies.

If you're passionate about live events and want to be part of a team that brings unforgettable experiences to life, 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