What are the responsibilities and job description for the Savannah African Art Museum Volunteer Docent position at Savannah African Art Museum?
The Savannah African Art Museum is looking for volunteer docents who are passionate, positive, and motivated to lead tours for diverse groups - from elementary school children to senior citizens. This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved with your community, expand your network, and make an impact while learning and sharing the history and art of West and Central Africa.
What can I get from volunteering at the Museum?
• Knowledge
• Public Speaking Experience
• An opportunity to interact with people from all around the world.
• Volunteer/community service hours
• Recommendation letters
• Behind-the-scenes museum experience
• Internship opportunities
Docent Expectations:
Docents will be expected to give daily tours of the museum’s collection. Tours are given to visitors by walk-in and by appointment. The time commitment is flexible and may include weekdays for private events, and some evenings. No prior experience as a docent or knowledge of African Art and history is required. Additionally, docent talking points will be provided.
Training Includes:
• Learning about the museum and its collection.
• Shadowing current docents on a few tours and talking with staff to get a better understanding of the process
• Docent talking points will be explained and reviewed. (Some light reading materials will be provided on some of the tour talking points)
• Acquiring skills in conducting tours
To apply or for more information, please email an updated resume to apply@savannahafricanartmuseum.org, call us at 912.721.7724, or visit us at 201 E 37th St. Savannah, GA 31401