Planetarium Show Presenter & Outreach

U.S.-Space-; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Free museum passes

Discounts

Job summary

U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, AL, seeks a part-time presenter to create and deliver live planetarium shows for diverse audiences. You will engage guests, maintain dome readiness, and support concessions and outreach activities.

The role requires strong astronomy knowledge and comfort with planetarium software; a degree in astronomy/physics is preferred or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in astronomy or physics preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Experience presenting astronomy topics to large audiences (250+ people) preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency and programming experience.
• Familiarity with planetarium software expected.

Responsibilities

• Present live and interactive astronomy and space science shows for diverse audiences.
• Report to the Planetarium Operations Manager and collaborate with leadership.
• Maintain dome readiness and cleanliness between shows.
• Assist guests with exhibits and navigate planetarium experiences.
• Support sales/ticketing at concessions and participate in outreach projects.
• Travel occasionally to conferences and outreach events.

Skills

Public speaking

Astronomy knowledge

Planetarium software experience

Programming experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in astronomy or physics

Job description

U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, AL, seeks a part-time presenter to create and deliver live planetarium shows for diverse audiences. You will engage guests, maintain dome readiness, and support concessions and outreach activities.

The role requires strong astronomy knowledge and comfort with planetarium software; a degree in astronomy/physics is preferred or equivalent experience.