Exhibit Developer

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on exhibit topics to ensure accurate and engaging content.
• Conduct research on best-in-class forms of storytelling and presentation to ensure exhibits fulfill “experience” criteria.
• Write clear, informative, and accessible exhibit text, including labels, scripts, and narrative content.
• Design and develop graphics for both physical displays and digital media.
• Develop innovative techniques to communicate exhibit topics including interactive exhibits.
• Collaborate with the exhibits team, experience team, curatorial staff, and other museum departments to integrate content and design seamlessly.
• Select and organize artifacts, photos, film, video, and historical information to tell complex histories from inclusive and diverse perspectives.
• Work with the creative team to ensure exhibits align with museum goals, standards, and visitor experience objectives.
• Assist with exhibit production, installation, and ongoing updates or improvements.
• Ensure all exhibit content is accurate, well-researched, and supports the museum’s mission and educational goals.
• Collaborate and support the creation of oral histories and other video content with curatorial, AV services, and other exhibit staff.
• Participate in meetings, brainstorming sessions, and project reviews to develop and refine exhibit and experience concepts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, journalism, museology, science, or another related field. A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Five (5) years’ work experience in research, graphic design, writing, and editing, preferably in a museum environment.
• Knowledge of and skills with graphic design software, video production process and editing, and physical and digital media.
• Knowledge of aviation and aerospace, preferred.
• Skilled in research, writing, and content/story development.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and can work with diverse individuals and departments.
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office and the Adobe Creative Suite in particular.
• Able to prioritize and complete assignments with little direct supervision.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments and team members.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented museum environment and respond effectively with flexibility to changing priorities.