VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
AT THE CENTER

Center Tour Guide:

Tour Guides are trained to give in-depth tours of the entire campus both indoors and outdoors.

Concert Hall Gift Shop:

Volunteers work at the gift shop both before and during performances in the Concert Hall and Center Theater.

Education Volunteer:

Volunteers work on a variety of arts education-related projects including spearheading our new Learning Garden.

Get the Word Out Marketing Volunteer:

These volunteers assist the Marketing Department in taking collateral materials out into the community through store front businesses and local organizations such as the library, community centers, etc.

Information Volunteer:

These volunteers represent the Center at the Concert Hall information table and encourage people to signup for mailing and on-line newsletters as well as dispensing collateral materials from Season Brochure to flyers about upcoming events and services.

Museum Docent:

Museum Docents are trained to give tours of the current Museum Exhibitions to visitors of all ages, including students in grades K-12. Docents are trained in the Visual Thinking Strategies (art curriculum that encourages critical thinking).

Office Support (General):

Office support volunteers are needed in various departments for both set times and periodically Tuesday through Friday. General duties may include filing, sorting, mail stuffing, data entry, typing, front desk relief, special projects, etc.

Studio Instructor:

Work with and help to inspire groups of children through art projects related to the themes of the Museum's exhibitions.

Usher:

Enjoy a variety of shows in our theaters while performing various duties for Front of House operations including ticket taking, seating guests, giving directions, working as a coat room attendant, and providing general customer service to our guests.

Conference Center Volunteers:

These volunteers assist the Conference Center with a variety of functions, including providing guests with campus directions, registration and check-in functions, answering general questions, administrative tasks, etc.

PERKS FOR VOLUNTEERING AT CALIFORNIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS, ESCONDIDO

  • Free year–round entrance to the Center Museum including invitations to Art & Intrigue events, special lectures and gallery talks
  • Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
  • Behind the scene tours and tech demos
  • Wells Fargo Free First Wednesday Volunteer Receptions
  • The opportunity to work at a variety of shows and experience a wide range of entertainment
  • Discounts at the Concert Hall Gift Shop
  • Discounts on studio rentals and catered events such as weddings, private parties, etc.
  • Education volunteers receive free training including hands–on art workshops and invitations to all Museum education public programs
  • Occasional field trips, get togethers, and potlucks
  • Opportunity to make new lifelong friends, cultivate your interest in the arts, give back to the community and contribute towards making the Center the cultural heart of San Diego North.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To become a volunteer, please complete an application in person at California Center for the Arts, Escondido.

340 N. Escondido Blvd.
Escondido, CA 92025
Tuesday thru Friday between 8am – 5pm
(our administration offices are closed on Mondays.)

You may request a copy via phone at (760) 839–4138 or e–mail .