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Hudson, NY · On-site
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Hudson, NY · On-site
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Providence, RI · On-site
$50 - $80/hr
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Providence, RI · On-site
$50 - $80/hr
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Albany, NY · On-site
$40 - $80/hr
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Albany, NY · On-site
$40 - $80/hr
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Dover, DE · On-site
$40 - $80/hr
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Dover, DE · On-site
$40 - $80/hr
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Cedarburg, WI · On-site
$35 - $70/hr
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Cedarburg, WI · On-site
$35 - $70/hr
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Traverse City, MI · On-site
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Ashford, AL · On-site
$40 - $75/hr
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Ashford, AL · On-site
$40 - $75/hr
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Gallatin, TN · On-site
$35 - $70/hr
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Gallatin, TN · On-site
$35 - $70/hr
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Tonopah, NV · On-site
$100/hr
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Tonopah, NV · On-site
$100/hr
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Charleston, SC · On-site
$35 - $40/hr
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Charleston, SC · On-site
$35 - $40/hr
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Mcdonough, GA · On-site
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Cape May, NJ · On-site
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Atchison, KS · On-site
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Traverse City, MI · On-site
$40 - $60/hr
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Traverse City, MI · On-site
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Naperville, IL · On-site
$35 - $75/hr
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Naperville, IL · On-site
$35 - $75/hr
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Jefferson, TX · On-site
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Jefferson, TX · On-site
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Aspen, CO · On-site
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Galena, IL · On-site
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Montpelier, VT · On-site
$40 - $150/hr
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Montpelier, VT · On-site
$40 - $150/hr
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Annapolis, MD · On-site
$50 - $80/hr
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Annapolis, MD · On-site
$50 - $80/hr
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Historical Tour Guide information
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To thrive as a Historical Tour Guide, you need in-depth knowledge of local history, strong public speaking abilities, and often a relevant college degree or specialized certification. Familiarity with audio-visual equipment and tour management software can be important for planning and delivering engaging presentations. Exceptional interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and adaptability help guides connect with diverse groups and manage varying tour dynamics. These qualities ensure that tours are accurate, engaging, and memorable, enhancing visitor experience and satisfaction.
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Part-time
Posted 20 days ago
Job description
Title: Tour Guide
Location: Hudson, NY
Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!
Our passion at US Ghost Adventures is enchanting storytelling. We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs, true crime junkies, and paranormal enthusiasts willing to dive deeper into the dark side of humanity. We thrive on igniting a sense of wonder in every guest on our ghost tours, and as a ghost tour guide you will weave enthralling stories as you lead tours down the ghastly streets of your city.
Ghost Tour Guide Pay & Benefits:
- $40 - $150 per tour (including tips)
- TIPS!! These can range from $20 to over $100 for a 1-2 hour tour
- Cash bonuses for good reviews
- Free or discounted tours for you and close family/friends all over the country
- Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay
- The chance to get to know your city and meet a lot of fun people from all over the country!
To learn more about our Ghost Tour Guide here is a short video:
Ghost Tour Guide Requirements
- Qualified candidates should be skilled in public speaking
- Applicants should reside near downtown (within 25 miles) and have reliable transportation
- Applicants should be passionate about storytelling and history
US Ghost Adventures offers entertaining, historic, and authentic ghost tours of the United States' most haunted cities – over 100 cities and counting! We aim to deliver fun yet honest accounts of the hauntings that are so prevalent nationwide. While our stories are derived from historic research, a ghost tour wouldn’t be the same without the ghost stories from our guide network across the country.
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