Teen Advisory Board members represent the museum and work to bring more teens into the museum especially our annual Teens Take Action! event and all teen programs. The special exhibition we are focusing on this year is the Contemporary Muslim Fashions. This application is open to all Bay Area high school students.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Hours and Location: The position will start on June 20, 2018 and end on May 4, 2019. The role starts on June 20, 2018 with two weeks of training on Wednesday, Thursday, and Fridays from 1-4pm. Training occurs June 20th through June 29th. After training regular work shifts are on Friday afternoons at the de Young Museum from 4:30-6:30pm starting July 13, 2018 through May 4, 2019. During December through May. There are 2-3 Friday shifts. Teen Advisors are paid $15/hour. There are no paid vacation time. Please do not schedule any appointments during your work hours.
Duties:
Teen Advisors will learn about current programs for teens, generate ideas for events and programs, and recruit teens throughout the Bay Area to attend events and programs. Teen Advisors will work with our team of Teaching Artists, staff and interns to build their skills. Teamwork, communication and collaboration are necessary skills for this role.
SELECTION OF TEEN ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS:
This role is for students currently enrolled in high school in the 9th through 11th grades. Applicants must be willing to participate in groups discussions, share ideas, work as a part of a team, and promote events on personal social media accounts and at individual high schools. Teens Advisors will be selected on the basis of their enthusiasm, their willingness to learn about art, and work with the public. No background in art is necessary. Please note if you speak any additional languages in your application.
Application closes Friday, June 15th at 5pm.
For questions contact Tina Wiley at cwiley@famsf.org or 415-750-3520.