Artist Ambassador Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

Who we are:

Scottsdale Arts was established in 1987 as a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) and has evolved into an organization with six dynamic operating departments that span the visual and performing arts, arts education and cultural engagement. Through its six departments, Scottsdale Arts offers diverse, high-quality arts experiences to hundreds of thousands of Scottsdale residents and visitors annually in addition to fostering the active engagement of government, business, education, and the private sector in the arts.

What we offer:

• Great company culture. Flexible and hybrid work available, we embrace work/life balance, DEIA is part of our strategic plan, opportunities to make meaningful change, employee recognition program,
• Making an Impact. Everything you do, each day makes a difference in our community.
• Location. Located in heart of downtown Scottsdale, access to Scottsdale Civic Center, old town galleries, local restaurants, live venues and more.
• Benefits. Reciprocal membership with NARM and Local arts and culture organizations + 1 membership to share, Discounted tickets to events.
• Opportunities for Growth. Mindset of internal growth and advancement.

Summary:

Are you passionate about public art in our community? Do you enjoy working with the public and have experience working events? Are you comfortable in crowds and connecting with a diverse community? Do you have knowledge about visual art and possess the ability to inspire others through discussion and visual engagement? If so, then we are looking for you! We are currently seeking part-time staff to work the event, starting in mid-October thru November 15, 2026. Evenings and weekends are required. Come join the Canal Convergence Team at Scottsdale Arts as an Art Ambassador.

Important Details to Know:

• Compensation: $19.47/hr
• Shift/Hours: Part-time, primary evening hours, must be able to work evenings and weekends. See potential Hours below.
• Education: High School or equivalent plus either pursuing or already have a degree, diploma, or certificate in education, museum education, music, theatre, art, or related field.
• Job Type: Part-time, Non-Exempt
• Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Potential Hours/Days:

• Orientation: October (exact date and time TBD; morning and afternoon options will be provided)
• 2-hour training session and event orientation.
• Event Site Tour: November 4, 2025: (Exact time TBD) Artwork/site walk-through with Q&A time at the Scottsdale Waterfront
• Event Shift Hours:

o Nov. 6-7: 5:30-10:00 p.m.

o Nov. 8-12: 5:30-9:00 p.m.

o Nov. 13-14: 5:30-10:00 p.m.

o Nov. 15: 5:30-10:00 p.m.

If you need assistance or accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to us at Recruiting@scottsdalearts.org

Here is what you will get to do:

• Engage with the public for a temporary event related to the exhibition, which may include providing assistance with interactive components and discussing the event, the artworks, providing directions, etc.
• Assist with directing the flow of traffic throughout the event site.
• Communicate effectively with key staff, the public, protection services regarding status of artwork, and interactive elements.
• Assist in maintaining safety of exhibition, activities, materials, spaces, and other programmatic elements.
• Ensures safe working conditions while performing job functions.
• Participates in general event preparation and nightly set-up and tear-down duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.1. Engage with the public for a temporary event related to the exhibition, which may include providing assistance with interactive components and discussing the event, the artworks, providing directions, etc.
• Assist with directing the flow of traffic throughout the event site.
• Communicate effectively with key staff, the public, protection services regarding status of artwork, and interactive elements.
• Assist in maintaining safety of exhibition, activities, materials, spaces, and other programmatic elements.
• Ensures safe working conditions while performing job functions.
• Participates in general event preparation and nightly set-up and tear-down duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Here is what you will need to be successful:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: 

• High School or equivalent plus either pursuing or already have a degree, diploma, or certificate in education, museum education, music, theatre, art, or related field.

Experience: 

• 6 months+ of experience engaging with the public, customer service, hospitality, art engagement, and crowd management.

Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret documents such as posters and pamphlets and an understanding of QR codes, safety rules, procedure manuals, and technical instructions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, the public, and the business community are a necessity.
• Fluency in another language, especially Spanish or ASL, is desirable.
• Love people, culture, and art; embrace and value multiple perspectives.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under general direction within a team environment.
• The ability to think on your feet and respond to visitors' needs, and be a self-starter.
• A passion for delivering high-quality customer experiences.
• Flexible, creative, and dependable; enjoy creative brainstorming, working independently, and with a team.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Work Environment: 

• Regular periods of extending standing, walking. Use of hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms. Ability to talk and hear, taste, smell. Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral, and depth perception. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Due to work requirements will need to work on evenings and weekends as scheduled or needed.

Other requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Bonus if you can do the following:

• Possess Bilingual skills