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Why Work at The Whyte?

Working at The Whyte offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Canadian Rockies, right in the heart of Banff National Park. Employees enjoy a collaborative and creative environment surrounded by stunning natural beauty, where passion for history, art, and community thrives.

Current Opportunities

Events and Visitor Services Assistant

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Location: The Whyte Museum, Banff, Alberta
Term: July 2 – August 31, 2025
Hours: Variable hours; primarily Thursday–Saturday, including some evenings
Wage: $22.50/hour
Reports to: Clayton Smith – Events Manager csmith@whyte.org 

The Events & Visitor Services Assistant is a dynamic, front-line role supporting the Whyte’s summer programming. The primary responsibility of this position is managing operations inside a secondary programming space located on the museum grounds. This space serves as an immersive venue for film programming and special events. The Assistant will cue and run scheduled screenings, provide visitor support, and contribute to event operations with professionalism and enthusiasm. When programming is not active, this role will also support general visitor services inside the museum.

This position is ideal for students or recent graduates interested in gaining hands-on experience in arts, culture, tourism, and event operations.

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Key Responsibilities

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Film & Programming Operations:

•    Set up and operate AV equipment (training provided) for immersive film screenings
•    Run scheduled film programs, ensuring punctual and smooth playback
•    Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and organization of the programming space and surrounding grounds
•    Support occasional special events or rentals hosted in the secondary programming space

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Visitor Services & Events:

•    Greet and assist visitors in a friendly, professional manner
•    Answer visitor inquiries about exhibitions, programming, and local area attractions
•    Sell admissions and event tickets using a point-of-sale (POS) system
•    Assist with setup and takedown for museum and secondary programming space events
•    Collect and report attendance data; gather visitor feedback as needed
•    Support general front-of-house operations as needed inside the museum
•    Foster positive relationships with museum staff, members, and visitors
 

 

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