ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for exceptional people to work exclusively on this exhibition that forms part of ‘Frequencies’, a season that immerses visitors in sound and the frequencies that get us moving. This role will be primarily working on the ‘Feel the Sound’ Barbican Immersive exhibition and the ‘In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats’ immersive VR experience.
You will be a positive, flexible and motivated individual who provides an outstanding audience experience. You must be confident interacting with a wide range of individuals, including managing large groups and queues. We want people who will strive to exceed the expectations of our customers and deliver an experience that matches the quality of our exhibition.
FEEL THE SOUND
This summer sees the launch of our next ground-breaking exhibition Feel the Sound. Our new immersive exhibition will rearrange what you think sound is. Feel the Sound includes multi-sensory installations that take you on a journey across locations in the Barbican, primarily in the Curve Gallery & Car Parks.
IN PURSUIT OF REPETITIVE BEATS
Taking place in the Pit will be an epic VR journey In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats. The experience takes visitors back in time to the heart of the Acid House scene with the UK's biggest VR experience. Groups of four people will share the same virtual space and interact together as rave culture pioneers.
ROLE OVERVIEW
• A motivated team player, with a positive and flexible approach to work
• Experience of providing high standards of customer service in a public-facing role.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence to deal with large volumes of visitors.
• Ability to work under front line pressure while maintaining an efficient and effective service at all times.
• Good problem-solving skills, with the ability to find solutions to customer related queries.
• Confidence in dealing with the public.
• An understanding of security and evacuation procedures.
• Previous experience in an arts venue would be desirable.
SHIFTS
You must be available throughout the period of the exhibition: May 22nd – 31st August 2025
If you have significant periods of leave in this time, please let us know in your application.
Shifts are not guaranteed and are offered under a casual agreement
Your rota will be allocated via shift scheduling software PaRIM. There may be the potential to pick up extra exhibition shifts. Any shift swaps must be done within the exhibition team.
Availability will ideally include evenings and weekends and will be scheduled between 09:00 and 22:30 (core exhibition hours for the Curve are between 10:00 – 21:00 and the Pit between 11:00 – 22.00).
