Birthday Party and Special Events Entertainer

Mad Science of Western New England and ART-ventures for Kids

Birthday Party and Special Events Entertainer

Hartford, CT
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Flexible schedule

    Free uniforms

    We are currently looking for outgoing and engaging people to present Mad Science and/or ART events - parties and/or special events.

    Our positions are enjoyable and and gives you experience in the spotlight. For parties, you must be willing to work on weekends and you'll entertain 15-30 kids with dazzling science or engage them in creative art projects. For shows you'll visit schools, libraries, camps and more to deliver science presentations that thrill audiences of 25-250 kids. We provide the training and equipment, and handle all the booking and scheduling from our office.

    Shows and parties happen all the time. This is a part-time job, but we prefer someone with a flexible schedule who can take on a variety of assignments when given plenty of notice, and who will be around for a good while to perform with us through multiple seasons.

    Requirements:

    An outgoing and dynamic personality

    Enjoys performing in front of an audience (birthday parties typically 15-25 children)

    Experience with groups of children ages 4-12

    Some experience in theater a plus.

    Reliable vehicle

    A cell phone

    Excellent verbal communication skills

    Ability to lift up to 45 lbs

    Must be available some evenings and many weekends

    College degree or some college experience

    Knowledge of very basic science and enjoyment of creative art (don't worry - we'll train the rest)

    Lots of energy

    All employees will be subject to a criminal background check

    Successful candidates are also:

    Responsible - able to conduct programs safely and efficiently

    Reliable - always on time, always prepared

    Adaptable - able to adjust to every environment and group type

    Professional - comfortable dealing with everyone from parents to principals

    Flexible - able to function in a business where schedules and workloads are at the mercy of the customer

    Engaging and dynamic