Seasonal Glassblower
4 days ago
Seattle
Job DescriptionDescription: The Glassblower and Demonstrator supports Center Art’s organization mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, accountability, and ownership. This is a part-time temporary position working as an artist, a demonstrator, and an educator. We Innovate, Be Iconic. • Approach the experience through the lens of the Guests and apply our Brand filters., • Produces well-crafted glass objects to demonstrate traditional and contemporary techniques for all audiences., • Clearly articulates an accurate and engaging narration of the glassblowing process to all audiences., • Modifies narration to address requirements for specific groups as needed., • Interacts with the audience, answers questions when on stage and off., • Maintain working knowledge of all Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition policies and procedures., • Provide information about all areas of the Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition, other attractions, Seattle, and the surrounding area., • Responsible for pace and quality of the show., • Sensitivity to visitor’s learning styles and interpretation of the art., • Responsible for set/up and teardown of any needed equipment and/or materials., • Sets up work area, selecting and preparing irons, blocks, tools, and equipment as needed., • Ensures that the furnaces, annealers, and glory hole are in good operating order., • Performs routine housekeeping during and after each performance to maintain an orderly appearance of the work area and stage., • Monitors glass and supplies required for demonstrations., • Complies with all CGG safety procedures, practices, and rules, including wearing safety equipment, close-toed shoes, etc., • Assist in opening and closing exhibition department routines including cleaning and sanitizing of the exhibition., • Ensure cleanliness and participate in cleaning of work areas following company policies., • Promote a clean, positive, courteous, and professional attitude and appearance to all Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition Team Members and Guests., • Be a communications specialist: interface with Guests in all public facing areas along the Guest journey. Greet and converse with Guests in a friendly and outgoing manner., • Be an art educator. Share your knowledge with our Guests in an engaging way., • Support other Glassblowing demonstrators during demonstrations and work as a Team, • Ensure cleanliness and participate in cleaning of work area and as assigned., • Take steps to ensure proper social distancing between Team Members and Guests., • Incorporate and support initiatives that improve overall health and wellness., • Know Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition emergency and fire/life/safety procedures., • Assist in the ongoing training of fellow Team Members in the operation in the Glassblowing Demonstrator position., • Work successfully with both a diverse Team and Guests., • Be intentional in understanding the process, procedures, and systems. Continuously look for opportunities to improve efficiency, incorporate and share key learnings., • Assist in opening and closing exhibition department routines including cleaning and sanitizing of the exhibition. Set your Team Members up for success!, • Be informed of scheduled group reservations and any special needs that may need to be addressed., • Anticipate and Connect- Be informed of scheduled group reservations and any special needs that may need to be addressed., • Do your part to minimize and reduce waste, conserve resources, operate efficiently, and protect air and water quality., • Participate in community outreach opportunities., • Lead by example and assist Guests and Team Members in responsible practices. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: • 3+ years of glassblowing experience., • 2+ years' experience as a glassblowing educator., • Flameworking experience a plus., • Working knowledge of hot shop equipment., • Ability to work weekends and evenings., • Proficient in using computers, knowledge of MS office a plus., • Ability to create excellent quality and wide variety of glass objects quickly to required standards., • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; professional presentation and demeanor., • Ability to work independently and as part of a Team., • Ability to work and speak in front of large groups of people., • Professional appearance and attitude., • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally using the English language., • Knowledge of Seattle and surrounding area preferred., • Team player attitude., • Ability to react quickly and correctly in a fast-paced environment., • Comfortable working with a diverse population and varied points of views., • Excitement for learning and teaching., • High level of attention to detail and accuracy., • This position primarily works in a mobile hot shop which includes high levels of heat and working closely around flames and furnaces., • This hot shop is outside and has some exposure to the elements of nature including cold, rain, heat, and wind. Hourly Rate: $27.00 - $32.81 per hour DOE Benefits include: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability, • 401k plan, we will match 50% of the first 6% you contribute, equivalent to 3% of your wages, • Deferred compensation into 401(k) account at company Shareholder discretion. Eligible to begin participating after one year of service with an annual plan entry date of October 1st., • Paid Holidays (7 per year), • Paid sick leave, • Vacation pay (3 weeks accrual after one year of service), • Tuition reimbursement of 50%, up to $2500 / year, • New child family leave up to 4 weeks while on approved FLMA and enrolled in company sponsored medical plan, • 35% discount for many purchases at our Retail and F&B Experiences (Discount not applied towards alcohol or admission ticket purchases), • 4 friends and family admission tickets per year., • Charitable Contributions / Matching Gift, up to $500 year, • $50 / month towards orca card or parking At Chihuly Garden and Glass, we believe in building a vibrant community by connecting people to art in meaningful ways. As an equal opportunity employer, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, physical, or mental disability, military status, political ideology, genetic information, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. All Team Members and potential Team Members who apply for an opening will be considered without regard to these factors. We carefully screen applicants based on qualifications such as their training, education, skills, aptitude, experience, and previous work record. Requirements:
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