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In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:
Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.
Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.
A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.
Federal Work Study student may apply.
In good disciplinary standing.
Must be located in the U.S.
For complete program details, please go to our website:Â www.berklee.edu/se.
About the AfroRoots Series:AfroRoots is an intimate concert series that takes place bi-monthly in the Africana Studies Center, featuring performances in music and musical theater. Students prepare a 20-minute set of songs and repertoire that ranges across the African Diaspora, showcasing a profound sense of Black creative expression and Black excellence. If you would like to see any of our previous AfroRoots for reference, please visit our YouTube Channel at Berklee_Africana.
The Student Program Assistant Position will support the Program Manager in coordinating AfroRoots productions and assist with a wide range of programming and promotional activities across the Africana Studies Center. This position is ideal for a student interested in event production, arts administration, or cultural programming.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with planning and execution of AfroRoots shows (approximately two per month)
Provide logistical support during performances, including set-up and artist coordination
Help create and distribute promotional materials (flyers, graphics, social media content)
Support tabling, outreach, and engagement efforts for center programs and events.
Attend select events and assist with set-up.
Collaborate with the Program Manager on event planning
Maintain communication with students, AfroRoots artists, and students as needed
Required Skills and Knowledge:
Currently enrolled student
Strong organizational and communication skills
Interest in arts, culture, and/or African and African diasporic studies
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings
Self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively
Familiarity with Canva, Google Workspace, TikTok, and CapCut
Preferred Skills and Knowledge:
Interest in event planning or production
Comfort with public engagement (e.g., tabling, flyering, outreach)
Social media experience is a bonus
Important Dates:
AfroRoots Shows
Wednesday, September 16th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
Wednesday, September 30th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
Wednesday, October 14th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
Wednesday, October 28th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
Wednesday, November 18th, 6:30- 8:45 pm
Wednesday, December 2nd, 6:30-8:45pm
Black Joy Block Party
Thursday, September 17th, 2026
Dinner with LLC
September 7th
Hourly Rate: $16.97
Hiring Manager: Treshor Webster
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