We are a talks platform connecting the UK's top thinkers with audiences around the country. Our talks are centred around our ethos of making public education as accessible as possible and touch on mental health and wellbeing, self improvement and self discovery.
Seed Talks events range from science, psychology, history, current affairs, philosophy, neurodiversity, neuroscience and more in 2025 and beyond.
We also program a growing range of online workshops & courses.
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You will be the face of Seed Talks at our Exeter based events, as the first people that our attendees will see when they arrive at the event.It's imperative that you have a welcoming and friendly attitude and are able to assist our Event Manager with anything and everything that involves putting on a successful event.
A keen interest and/or appreciation of subjects and themes is essential.
A knowledge of venues in the local and surrounding areas is also a plus, but not essential.
Duties
Ensuring that the venue is set up professionally, including:
* Ensure you are signed into provided ticket scanning apps before starting your shift.
* The right number and arrangement of seats, including VIP Reserved seats.
* Ensure aisles and walkways remain clear and seating is orderly.
* Familiarize yourself with venue layout, seating sections, accessibility routes, toilets and emergency exits to inform attendees when they enquire.
* Make sure the venue is clean and tidy before doors open.
* Verify ticket validity (date, time, seat allocation, and category).
* Assist with troubleshooting invalid, duplicate, or missing tickets by referring to the Event Manager.
* Provide extra assistance to VIPs or guests with accessibility needs.
* Minimising and handling disruptions such as noisy guests, equipment or staff.
* Assist the Event Manager with their event checks, such as troubleshooting microphone and/or slide presentation issues before doors open.
* Stay attentive to latecomers and seat them without disturbing the talk or others.
* Be alert to any safety issues or guest discomfort and report immediately to the Event Manager and the offside Coordinator.
* Maintain a professional and approachable manner throughout the event.
Perks
* 50% off our talks in-person and online as part of our friends and family program.
Job Type: Freelance
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Expected hours: 2 – 4 per week
Work Location: In person