The Getty Center is now accepting applications for participants in the Getty Docent Program. Docents are needed to conduct site tours and lead educational activities that add to the visitor experience and increase awareness of the many services offered by the Getty Center, which includes the Getty Museum. They lead interactive tours exploring Getty architecture and gardens, help visitors in the Family Room and Art Information Rooms, work with students in the School Group Docent Program, and assist with storytelling events and other Getty offerings. Successful docents should be enthusiastic, flexible, and able to work with visitors to encourage interactive discovery.
Multilingual candidates are welcome.
While docents do not receive financial compensation, they are offered discounts in the Getty cafe and bookstore, free parking, and educational opportunities. Before working with visitors, docents will participate in a four-month training program to learn about the Getty's architecture, the Museum's collections, elements of art history, and other aspects of the Getty Center. Prior experience in the arts and humanities is not required. Applications must be submitted by May 29, 2001. No parking reservations needed on Saturdays and Sundays or after 4 p.m. on weekdays.