Art Museum Tour Guide: Engaging Collections Interpreter

Cranbrook Educational Community; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Cranbrook Educational Community in Bloomfield Hills, MI is seeking a part-time Collections Interpreter for Cranbrook Art Museum. The role leads tours and experiences in the collections wing, exhibitions, and outdoor spaces for diverse audiences, researching contemporary artists and presenting information in engaging formats.

Schedules vary, 5 to 8 hours per week, including some weekends and evenings. Pay rate is $20.60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching for at least one year with diverse ages, formally or informally.
• College-level study in contemporary art, art history, or museum studies is preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to engage groups positively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality programs and tours for various audiences in galleries and outdoor spaces.
• Lead discussions, facilitate co-learning, and share knowledge with large or small groups.
• Research artists and art movements to inform tours and adapt content for audiences.
• Maintain safety and security, while being attentive to visitors' needs during tours.
• Coordinate tour schedules via email and scheduling software with museum staff.
• Assist in developing program plans and potential new initiatives.

Skills

Public speaking

Customer service

Teaching

Group coordination

Education

College-level art history / museum studies

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Cranbrook Educational Community in Bloomfield Hills, MI is seeking a part-time Collections Interpreter for Cranbrook Art Museum. The role leads tours and experiences in the collections wing, exhibitions, and outdoor spaces for diverse audiences, researching contemporary artists and presenting information in engaging formats.

Schedules vary, 5 to 8 hours per week, including some weekends and evenings. Pay rate is $20.60 per hour.