Africana Studies Program Assistant

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:

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