GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:<\/strong><\/p>\n The Glassblower and Demonstrator supports Center Art\u2019s organization mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, accountability and ownership. This is a part-time temporary position working as an artist, a demonstrator, and an educator.<\/p>\n We Innovate, Be Iconic<\/strong> Own It<\/strong> We Create our Future. Today<\/strong> Take Care<\/strong> Be Open, Help People Grow<\/strong> Work Smarter, Not Harder<\/strong> Life is too Short<\/strong> Big Legacy, Small Footprint<\/strong> EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:<\/strong> Chihuly Garden and Glass seeks Glassblower & Demonstrator GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY: The Glassblower and Demonstrator supports Center Art\u2019s organization mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, accountability and ownership. This is a part-time temporary position working as an artist, a demonstrator, and an educator. We Innovate, Be […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":1741,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"aside","meta":[],"categories":[4],"tags":[86,710,1411,441,175,401,442,241,142,461,581,227],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5053"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5053"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5053\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5056,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5053\/revisions\/5056"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1741"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5053"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5053"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/depts.washington.edu\/advis104\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5053"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nApproach the experience through the lens of the Guests and apply our Brand filters.
\nProduces well-crafted glass objects to demonstrate traditional and contemporary techniques for all audiences.
\nClearly articulates an accurate and engaging narration of the glassblowing process to all audiences.
\nModifies narration to address requirements for specific groups as needed.
\nInteracts with audience, answers questions when on stage and off.
\nMaintain working knowledge of all Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition policies and procedures.
\nProvide information about all areas of the Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition, other attractions, Seattle, and the surrounding area.
\nAny other responsibilities defined by management.<\/p>\n
\nResponsible for pace and quality of the show.
\nSensitivity to visitor\u2019s learning styles and interpretation of the art.
\nResponsible for set\/up and teardown of any needed equipment and\/or materials.
\nSets up work area, selecting and preparing irons, blocks, tools, and equipment as needed.
\nEnsures that the furnaces, annealers, and glory hole are in good operating order.
\nPerforms routine housekeeping during and after each performance to maintain orderly appearance of work area and stage.
\nMonitors glass and supplies required for demonstrations.
\nComplies with all CGG safety procedures, practices and rules, including wearing safety equipment, close-toed shoes, etc.
\nAssist in opening and closing exhibition department routines including cleaning and sanitizing of the exhibition.
\nEnsure cleanliness and participate in cleaning of work areas following company policies.
\nKnow and follow lost and found procedures.<\/p>\n
\nPromote a clean, positive, courteous, and professional attitude and appearance to all Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition Team Members and Guests.
\nBe a communications specialist: interface with Guests in all public facing areas along the Guest journey. Greet and converse with Guests in a friendly and outgoing manner.
\nBe an art educator. Share your knowledge with our Guests in an engaging way.
\nAlways remain respectful and courteous.<\/p>\n
\nSupport other Glassblowing demonstrators during demonstrations and work as a Team
\nEnsure cleanliness and participate in cleaning of work area and as assigned.
\nTake steps to ensure proper social distancing between Team Members and Guests.
\nIncorporate and support initiatives that improve overall health and wellness.
\nKnow Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibition emergency and fire\/life\/safety procedures.
\nReassure the Guests in times of emergency and participate as needed in emergency procedures.<\/p>\n
\nAssist in the ongoing training of fellow Team Members in the operation in the Glassblowing Demonstrator position.
\nWork successfully with both a diverse Team and Guests.
\nCreate a welcoming environment in the exhibition for Guests.<\/p>\n
\nBe intentional in understanding the process, procedures, and systems. Continuously look for opportunities to improve efficiencies, incorporate and share key learnings.
\nAssist in opening and closing exhibition department routines including cleaning and sanitizing of the exhibition. Set your Team Members up for success!
\nBe informed of scheduled group reservations and any special needs that may need to be addressed.
\nWork with other departments in day-to-day operational activities.<\/p>\n
\nAnticipate and Connect- Be informed of scheduled group reservations and any special needs that may need to be addressed.
\nFocus on solutions, not on frustrations.<\/p>\n
\nDo your part to minimize and reduce waste, conserve resources, operate efficiently, and protect air and water quality.
\nParticipate in community outreach opportunities.
\nLead by example and assist Guests and Team Members in responsible practices.<\/p>\n
\n3+ years of glassblowing experience.
\n2+ years experience as a glassblowing educator.
\nWorking knowledge of hot shop equipment.
\nProficient in using computers, knowledge of MS office a plus.
\nAbility to create excellent quality and wide variety of glass objects quickly to required standards.
\nExcellent interpersonal and customer service skills; professional presentation and demeanor.
\nAbility to work independently and as part of a Team.
\nAbility to work and speak in front of large groups of people.
\nProfessional appearance and attitude.
\nAbility to communicate effectively, verbally using the English language.
\nKnowledge of Seattle and surrounding area preferred.
\nTeam player attitude.
\nAbility to react quickly and correctly in a fast paced environment.
\nComfortable working with a diverse population and varied point\u2019s of views.
\nExcitement for learning and teaching.
\nHigh level of attention to detail and accuracy.
\nComfortable following company social distancing and PPE requirements (including wearing a mask for entire shift) with or without reasonable accommodations.
\nComfortable participating in wellness checks including Covid19 testing, and temperature checks during the pandemic.
\nThis position primarily works in a mobile hot shop which includes high levels of heat and working closely around flames and furnaces.
\nThis hot shop is outside and has some exposure to the elements of nature including cold, rain, heat, and wind.
\nThis position requires the ability to continually bend, stoop, stand, sit, physically blow air out of the mouth, and lift up to 50lbs repeatedly.<\/p>\nClick here for full job description and to apply!<\/a><\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"