Hot Glass Programs Demonstrator/Narrator - Seasonal

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate engaging presentations in flame working, furnace work, and glass breaking as trained.
• Produce well-crafted objects to demonstrate traditional and contemporary glassmaking techniques for all audiences.
• Maintain and expand a varied portfolio of objects and demonstration techniques which meet Museum standards.
• Direct glassmaking team while demonstrating.
• Communicate clearly what is being made, how it will be executed, and the role of each member of the team.
• Determine and deliver appropriate shows in terms of duration, technique, and complexity.
• Responsible for maintaining overall quality of demonstrations.
• As narrator, can simultaneously address the audience and assist the demonstrator in making glass objects to the demonstrator’s standards.
• Deliver accurate and engaging narration of demonstrations.
• Address and hold attention of large audiences through complex processes over time spans up to two hours at a time.
• Modify narration using inclusive communication practices that support guests (or ensure accessibility for guests) across a wide range of ages, abilities, backgrounds, and developmental stages.
• Continually expand knowledge on the history, craft, technology, and art of glass.
• Possess excellent assisting skills with proactive attention to the needs of the Museum gaffers and guest artists.
• Support initiatives and programs in collaboration with Education and Interpretation, Programs, Events, and the Marketing and Communication departments.
• Participate in the production of MADE product line and other Shops initiatives.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-5 years of Glassmaking experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of glass studio equipment.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) required, foreign languages desired.