Theater Presenter
About The Position
The Adler Planetarium is seeking a Theater Presenter to join our dynamic team on Chicago's Museum Campus. The Theater Presenter delivers live and pre-recorded presentations in Adler Theaters, monitors their operation, and serves as a host to Adler guests during their theater experience. The scheduled start date for this position is February 23, 2026. This individual will also be responsible for: Delivering live and pre-recorded presentations in Adler Theaters. Assist with monitoring conditions and logging information of the Adler Theaters. Interacting with theater guests in a friendly and informative manner before and after presentations to create a positive guest experience.
Requirements
- At least one year of demonstrable experience speaking before an audience of 20+ people
- Able to give a compelling public presentation
- Able to learn the operation of hardware and software systems for the show presentation. Demonstrate ability to understand and apply astronomical concepts.
Nice To Haves
- Specializations in Astronomy, Theater, or Public Speaking
- Planetarium presentation experience, theater performance, theme park host, and high school or college-level teaching experience
Responsibilities
- Delivering live and pre-recorded presentations in Adler Theaters.
- Assist with monitoring conditions and logging information of the Adler Theaters.
- Interacting with theater guests in a friendly and informative manner before and after presentations to create a positive guest experience.
Benefits
- 7 to 25-hour workweek
- Eligible to accrue up to 6 vacation days per year
- 3 sick days as of date of hire (can accrue up to 6.5 days per year)
- Eligible to earn time and a half for working on any of the 7 Adler observed holidays
- Paid Family Bereavement Leave & Jury Duty
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter flexible spending account
- 403B plan with Adler match
- Adler's match is 100% vested immediately
- Eligible to enroll as of the date of hire
- Resources to help address emotional, legal, and financial issues
- Face-to-face, telephonic, and web-based services
- Free subscription to the Calm Premium app
- Employee Loan Program
- Discounted Onsite Parking Program
- Free Entrance to Chicago area museums and cultural institutions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
