What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Artist position at The Paley Center for Media?
ABOUT THE PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA
The Paley Center for Media is the world’s leading 501 (c)(3) nonprofit cultural institution whose mission is to preserve our media history and to explore media’s powerful shaping influence on our culture.
The Paley Center for Media owns the iconic, New York Paley Museum where media, sports, gaming, tech, and entertainment come together, and during the year, produces unmatched programs for the public and industry. On the public side, programs celebrate the very best of television, digital content, and interactive entertainment. On the industry side, the Paley Center convenes the most influential business leaders to explore and debate the most critical issues and opportunities within the industry while also fostering a sense of community amongst peers. Through its respected Paley Impact series, programs educate and explore how media impacts culture and shapes public discourse on important societal issues.
At the heart of the Paley Center sits the Paley Archive, which represents the largest public collection of its kind and is often cited as a national treasure, with over 160,000 programs spanning more than 100 years. This collection also serves as an incredible resource for K-12 educators and students nationwide that are served through its respected education classes.
The Paley Museum seeks to fill the part-time position of Teaching Artist for the Re- creating Radio Workshop Weekend Family Program.
SCOPE
The Teaching Artist must be available Saturday mornings in October, November and December from approximately 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, and will work with the Museum Educator to coordinate Re-creating Radio Workshops. Training will be provided.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assisting Educators in setting up Re-creating Radio Workshop
- Demonstrating radio sound effects to program participants
- Directing participants during rehearsal and taping of a radio play
The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with children and an interest in radio, drama, sound recording, or a related field.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The Paley Center for Media maintains a strong policy of equal opportunity in employment. It is our objective to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our equal employment philosophy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, job benefits, and termination.
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