ActorHistorical Interpreter at the American Prohibition Museum

Savannah, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Have fun providing guided tours at the American Prohibition Museum sharing the history of our region.

Position Summary

Actors at The American Prohibition Museum entertain guests by taking them on a journey back in time to re-live the intoxicating Prohibition era of the roaring twenties and the ratification of the 18th Amendment!

This position must have a good sense of fun and a desire to entertain. The Prohibition and Pirate Museum Actors job is to bring this history to life in a respectful accurate and engaging way while keeping to the companys mission to be The Nations Storyteller.

Employee Benefits

Competitive pay and paid training: $17 per hour
All FT Employees are eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation time as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
All FT PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for: Paid sick time 401K plan with company matching* fun and upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents (Employer pays 100%) discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions.

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Requirements:

Essential Functions

Present historically accurate information in an entertaining manner in costume both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions several times a work shift in a clear loud audible voice without amplification for an audience of up to 65 people. Must remain on show schedule when performing.
Portray costumes historical characters to teach or interpret local history.
Study and rehears roles from scripts to interpret learn and memorize lines and cues as directed.
Learn about characters in scripts and their relationships with each other to develop role interpretations.
Capability to fill the roles for the host historical character and switch roles with ease when required during a work shift.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently or as a team within the scope of established rules and regulations.
Ability to learn stage direction and memorize historical details provided in scripted stories and relay scripted stories in an entertaining manner
Ability to successfully portray historical characters in front of an audience according to script and stage directions as well as improvising if the situation arises.
Ability to be heard in a clear loud audible voice without amplification by and audience up to 65 people.
Ability to give the scripted story in the time allowed.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Strong Interest in Prohibition history is desirable
Must be at least 18 years of age
Prior performance or interpretation experience preferred

Other Requirements

Must pass pre-employment background check and substance abuse testing
Have a passion for helping people and making their Savannah experience a memorable one
Must have or be able to obtain a bar card or equivalent within two weeks of hire.

JOIN OUR HISTORIC TOURS OF AMERICA FAMILYHave fun providing guided tours at the American Prohibition Museum sharing the history of our region.Position SummaryActors at The American Prohibition Museum entertain guests by taking them on a journey back in time to re-live the intoxicating Prohibition er...