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Badger Talks Traveling Musician

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 512207
Division/Organization: General Services
Department: Vice Chancellor For University Relations Admin
Job Type: UW Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: All Remote
Location: UNION SOUTH
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $20.00
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Department Overview:

 Badger Talks is housed in the UW Connects office, which is a University of Wisconsin–Madison statewide engagement unit with the dual purpose of unifying outreach activities on campus, while serving as a one-stop-shop for people around the state looking for UW information and resources. Badger Talks strengthens relationships with Wisconsin communities by facilitating over 450 events each year featuring faculty, staff and student experts who have dynamic and engaging ways of presenting their knowledge and research. The program also produces pre-recorded talks and podcasts.

Badger Talks has generated millions impressions on social media. It's the Wisconsin Idea in action! Check out our Badger Talks overview video here: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1947858202390898.

Anticipated Start Date:

 November 15, 2026

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

 Ongoing

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

All Remote

 

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

 Minimum: 2 Maximum: 10

Schedule:

 Hours: ~12 hours per month based on events and availability. The schedule will vary based on requests that come in from around the state. The position pays $20/hr per person + meal per diem; fleet vehicles are provided if a personal vehicle is not available; if personal vehicle is used, mileage reimbursement will be provided to the vehicle owner per university guidelines

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

 Minimum: $20.00 per hour Maximum: $20.00 per hour

Number of Positions:

 16

Qualifications:

 * Current UW School of Music student (minor or major) with experience performing in front of live audiences; Individuals who are already part of a potential or existing ensemble should apply.
* Repertoire encompasses classical, popular, jazz, or event-appropriate selections.
* Ability to perform a minimum of 60 minutes of repertoire appropriate for receptions, business events, community programs, and special occasions.
* Comfortable speaking about the music and ensemble in front of audeinces.
* Provide own instrument, sheet music, music stands, and stand lights (if required by venue conditions).
* Ability to travel to performance locations throughout Wisconsin (we can provide a vehicle); At least one ensemble member must possess a valid driver's license that has been held for a minimum of two years and be available to drive to performance engagements.
* Flexibility to perform some evenings and weekends, based on your availability.
* Demonstrated professionalism, punctuality, and reliability.
FEEL FREE TO SEND RECORDINGS TO FPULEO@WISC.EDU IN ADDITION TO APPLICATION

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The ideal candidate will have:
* Prior live music performance experience.
* Experience performing at weddings, donor events, corporate functions, community events, or similar public engagements.
* Comfort/experience interacting with clients, event organizers, and public audiences.

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Event Coverage & Driving Logistics:
- Coordinator reaches out with request
- You and the ensemble members confirm availability for that date or another date.
- Coordinator sends calendar invites and reminders, and books fleet vehicle if needed
- Your ensemble drives to event, greets audeince, performs set playlist.
- Represent Badger Talks and UW-Madison in a professional, engaging manner on-site.
- Drive back to campus
- Submit time for payroll/expense reimbursement
-You can even post on socials for Badger Talks!

Physical Demands:

Musicians are expected to load and carry their own equipment. Some walking to pick up fleet vehicle, if necessary.

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
 
 

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