Volunteers
BACC Volunteer Docent Training Program 2025 #1
By Bangkok Art and Culture Centre in collaboration with United Overseas Bank (Thai) Public Company Limited (UOB)
Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, in collaboration with UOB Bank Public Company Limited, invites everyone to join the BACC Volunteer Docent Training Program 2025 #1, This program is accepting applications for volunteers, including retirees and the general public who are interested in guiding tours, managing art exhibitions, and cultural administration. Participants will develop exhibition tour guiding skills, receive training to enhance their knowledge and expertise in exhibition narration and storytelling.
This program continues from the 2024 initiative and remains focused on creating opportunities for retirees and individuals who love learning, appreciate art, and wish to improve their communication skills. The goal is to help BACC become a hub for well-being and lifelong learning. The program includes lectures and workshops conducted by experts from various fields, and all participants will gain hands-on experience by leading tours in the exhibition halls of BACC.
Application Period: Today – April 25, 2025
Announcement of Selected Participants: April 29, 2025 (Limited to 70 participants)
Training Dates: Saturday and Sunday, May 10 – 11, 2025, from 9:30 – 17.00 hrs.
Training Program Content
- Introduction to Contemporary Art for Docents
This session aims to provide an understanding of contemporary art and the responsibilities of docents in guiding and managing exhibitions. Participants will explore and analyze contemporary artworks while learning effective communication strategies that consider audience comprehension. - Audience Analysis for Exhibition Tour Design
This module focuses on studying audience needs, interests, and behaviors based on various criteria. Participants will learn different communication approaches to design diverse and engaging exhibition tour experiences. - Communicating Through Storytelling
This session enhances communication and presentation skills using performance techniques. It aims to help docents effectively connect key points to enrich storytelling, while also building confidence and improving their public speaking and personal presence. - Exhibition Guiding Process and Case Study
Participants will learn best practices and essential guidelines for conducting exhibition tours. The session covers visitor regulations, strategies for handling unexpected situations, and practical exercises in tour planning. Additionally, real case studies from BACC staff will provide firsthand insights into docent experiences.
Download the full training and workshop schedule
Certification & Travel Allowance
**Participants will receive a certificate from BACC upon completing the training and successfully serving as a volunteer docent for at least three days (or 15 hours). Those who complete six days (or 30 hours) of service will be eligible for a transportation allowance.
Participants who complete the program must undergo a trial period as volunteer docents. They can choose their preferred day and time slot from Tuesday to Sunday, either 10:00 – 15:00 hrs. or 13:00 – 18:00 hrs. (5 hours per day).
How to Apply
Interested applicants can submit their applications via Google Form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdy1B7nWmuq8mzf8t7dcSD9Of9MhFH1JKoHhDYnMht0_pT7TA/viewform?usp=sharing
**This program is conducted in Thai only.
For more information, please contact:
Education Department: 02-214-6630 ext. 519
Email: [email protected]
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