OCCUPATION THESAURUS

DOCENT



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HELPFUL TIP:

There’s probably a good reason why your character chose their career. Think about how certain talents and skills, a dominant positive or negative trait, or even an emotional wound might have influenced this decision. And once they're on the job, don't forget about the many work-related conflict scenarios you can throw at them to create tension and add complications.
OVERVIEW:
A docent educates visitors at museums and similar institutions by providing tours, giving demonstrations, and hosting other activities. They are trained to share information about the exhibits, collections, and individual items specific to that establishment and may also participate in research projects for the facility. Though docents are often volunteers, there are many paid positions in this field.

NECESSARY TRAINING:
Though no formal education is required, many institutions prefer their docents to have a high school diploma or equivalent. Teaching experience is beneficial but not mandatory. Docents are usually expected to complete training provided by the establishment before starting the position.

USEFUL SKILLS, TALENTS, OR ABILITIES:
DETAIL-ORIENTED, HOSPITALITY, MAKING PEOPLE LAUGH, PERFORMING, PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORY, PUBLIC SPEAKING, READING PEOPLE, RESEARCH, STAMINA, TEACHING

HELPFUL POSITIVE TRAITS:
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EMOTIONAL WOUNDS THAT MAY HAVE FACTORED INTO THIS OCCUPATION CHOICE:
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SOURCES OF FRICTION:
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PEOPLE THEY MIGHT INTERACT WITH:
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HOW THIS OCCUPATION MIGHT IMPACT ONE'S BASIC NEEDS:
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TWISTING THE STEREOTYPE:
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REASONS THE CHARACTER MAY HAVE BEEN DRAWN TO THIS PROFESSION:
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