What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Tour Guide & Storyteller (Portuguese/English) position at DCP Tour?
Do you love history, storytelling, and meeting people from around the world?
DCP Tour is looking for an enthusiastic and personable Portuguese/English Bilingual Tour Guide & Storyteller to join our team in Washington, DC.
As a DCP Tour guide, you will help visitors discover the history, culture, and landmarks of Washington, DC through engaging and memorable experiences. You may lead walking tours or private car tours, depending on visitor demand, your availability, and qualifications.
What We Offer
- Full training provided by DCP Tour, including tour content, routes, storytelling, and guest experience.
- Tour outlines and relevant materials to help you prepare for each experience.
- Flexible, on-demand scheduling based on reservations and visitor demand.
- Opportunity to work with visitors from around the world.
- $25–$32 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus tips when applicable.
About the Position
This is a seasonal, on-demand independent contractor opportunity. Hours and assignments vary according to reservations and business demand. Approximately 8–32 hours per week may be available during periods of demand, but there is no guaranteed minimum number of hours.
Weekend availability is required, and flexibility during holidays and high-demand periods is strongly preferred.
What We're Looking For
- Fluent in Portuguese and English. Spanish is a plus.
- Excellent communication and public-speaking skills.
- Friendly, professional, reliable, and comfortable working with diverse audiences.
- Passion for history, culture, tourism, or storytelling.
- Comfortable walking approximately 2 miles per tour and working outdoors in different weather conditions.
- Previous guiding, hospitality, education, theater, history, or public-speaking experience is a plus.
- A valid driver's license is preferred, especially for candidates interested in private car-tour assignments.
Why Join DCP Tour?
You don't need to be an expert on Washington, DC when you start. We will train you and provide the materials you need to deliver our experiences with confidence.
What we are looking for is someone who can bring personality, enthusiasm, curiosity, and great storytelling to our visitors.
If you enjoy making people feel welcome and helping them create special memories in Washington, DC, we would love to hear from you!
Salary : $25 - $32