Become a Tour Guide

Are you passionate about the arts and your community? Do you want to share the rich history and fascinating stories behind the stunning public murals of Philadelphia? If so, Mural Arts Philadelphia seeks outgoing and engaging tour guides to join our team.

As the “Mural Capital of the World,” Philadelphia boasts over 4,100 public works of art that beautify, inspire, and empower the community. Our tours offer a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to learn about the artists, the community process, and the neighborhoods where these murals were created.

With over 600 tours conducted each year and 20+ professionally trained tour guides, this is your chance to join a dynamic organization and become an ambassador for Mural Arts. You’ll lead tours by foot through diverse city neighborhoods, sharing the amazing narrative of our 40-year-old organization and the stories behind these incredible works of art.

Mural Arts seeks candidates who value and demonstrate the following core competencies: committed problem-solving, deep thinking, fearless creation, inquisitive learning, thoughtful communication, mindful collaboration, personal accountability, and a commitment to actively prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. Mural Arts Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Desired qualifications include:

• Individuals with an energetic and engaging personality.
• passion to learn about and eagerly tell the stories of Philadelphia’s murals and public artworks.
• The ability to retain information about our program and the neighborhoods we serve.
• Must be available to lead tours at least once per month and be able to lead an outdoor tour of approximately 1.5 miles.
• Must have access to a basic smartphone and computer access, and be comfortable using scheduling and ticketing software (don’t worry, we’ll train you!).
• College students, and Philadelphia residents, particularly in neighborhoods where tour routes are located are strongly encouraged to apply.

Tours depart from various points throughout the city, each lasting 90 minutes. Compensation is $52 per tour; Tour Guides are considered part-time employees of Mural Arts Advocates, therefore ineligible for benefits. To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter to Director of Tours and Merchandise Ellen Soloff at ellen.soloff@muralarts.org.

Benefits include:

• Become part of a cohesive team of storytellers who love to share the stories behind our murals.
• 25% staff discount on Mural Arts merchandise – great for gifts or for yourself!
• Learning and mastering public speaking skills, valuable to all.