Community Ambassador GoggleWorks Center for the Arts seeks a friendly and enthusiastic person for the position of Community Ambassador, who will be responsible for providing outstanding guest experiences and internal support to all artists, arts partners, students, visitors and staff that frequent our spaces. The retail aspect of the position is a vital component of the role, and enthusiasm for connecting with visitors is an essential quality. Their driving purpose will be to deliver memorable interactions with each of our guests, leaving a positive, lasting impression of GoggleWorks which embodies our core values of: accessibility, collaboration and artistic and operational excellence. This position is multi-faceted with a strong emphasis on the new retail space and the selling of our merchandise.
Schedule:
25-30 hours per week, dependent on availability. Evenings and weekends required. Morning shift: 8:30am-3pm, Evening shift: 2:45pm-9:30pm.
Compensation:
$16 per hour. The Community Ambassador reports directly to Director of Retail & Visitor Experience and collaborates with all staff.
Key Responsibilities:- Create a welcoming atmosphere for every guest at GoggleWorks with an emphasis on delivering a consistent, positive experience to all
- Act as a spokesperson for the artists featured in our retail space and galleries by learning about their artwork and using that knowledge to generate sales
- Initiate conversations as an opportunity to promote GoggleWorks. This includes classes, memberships, gallery artwork, gift cards, studio rentals and materials purchases, concessions, and events
Answer phones to resolve questions regarding GoggleWorks' offerings, directing calls to the appropriate departments/persons when necessary.
Maintain the appearance of our retail space according to guidelines
PreferencesPassion for the visual arts, commitment to GoggleWorks' mission and willingness to learn about and embrace the local community
People-person with an outgoing, positive attitude and the ability to translate a passion for art objects into sales
Strong desire to promote and sell the work of the local artists in The New Store at GoggleWorksProfessional and conversational, with strong oral and written communication skills; Bilingual in English/Spanish highly desired
Ability to work as a member of a team, as well as independently, to build relationships with both regular and first-time visitors
Previous experience working in retail or a strong desire to learn how to engage with people in a retail setting
Capable of working a flexible schedule including some nights and weekends to accommodate a robust schedule of programming and events
To Apply
A letter stating why you are interested in the position.
Resume or work history.
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief. Employment decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that are prohibited by law.
