What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Tour Guide & Storyteller (Portuguese/English) position at Destination DC Client Services?
DCP Tours is looking for an enthusiastic and personable Portuguese/English Bilingual Tour Guide & Storyteller to join their team in Washington, DC.
As a DCP Tour guide, the successful candidate will help visitors discover the history, culture, and landmarks of Washington, DC through engaging and memorable experiences. Guides may lead walking tours or private car tours, depending on visitor demand, availability, and qualifications.
To Apply: Please send your resume and a brief letter of interest to dcptourism@gmail.com.
- Please include your general availability and whether you have previous experience in tourism, hospitality, education, public speaking, history, theater or storytelling.
About the Position
This is a seasonal, on-demand independent contractor opportunity with DCP Tours. 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 They Offer
- Full training provided by DCP Tours, including tour content, routes, storytelling, and guest experience.
- Tour outlines and relevant materials to help guides 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.
What They'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.
Salary : $32 - $42