Exhibit Designer & Production Specialist

Spatial Exhibit Design (50%): Develops 3D floor plans, visitor traffic flows, color palettes, and gallery elevations in CAD software or similar software to demonstrate how visitors will interact with exhibits, read text, and move through the defined space of the gallery or case. Using the design cycle, translate sound scholarly research, educational principles, and museum collections into visually stimulating and interactive experiences.

Source and identify materials and furnishings, such as lighting, exhibit furniture, wall finishes, and flooring that meet budget requirements and interpretive goals. Able to incorporate multiple perspectives or narrative needs into a cohesive exhibit design utilizing a variety of exhibit elements and tools, such as tactile interactives, A/V elements, lighting, and scenic treatments.

Using gathered evaluation data, integrates or creates design changes to existing exhibitory to better execute intended accuracy, visitor interaction, or design outcomes. Collaborates on 2D graphics to set physical dimensions, select print materials, coordinate vendor production, and provide design support as needed. Translates external traveling exhibition deliverables and specifications to the temporary exhibition space at the museum.

Creates digital design packages for review by content, scholarly, copy-editing, or Capitol Preservation Board review Prepares print-ready vector files with proper bleeds and color specs, and coordinates with external vendors printing and production. Technical Drafting Specifications (20%): Generates precise, CNC-ready CAD (or other software) blueprints, architectural elevations, joinery details, and material cut-sheets for contractors or the exhibition team.

Ensures all spatial and design designs adhere strictly to ADA standards, local building safety codes, and conservation guidelines. Uses existing schematic drawings to generate exhibit blueprints or architectural elevations for community-led, traveling, or partner projects in the temporary gallery. Fabrication Structural Engineering (15%): Operates table saws, routers, jointers, and CNC equipment to fabricate structural wall partitions, modular scenery, pedestals, exhibit furniture, and casework.

Researches and selects durable, conservation-safe building materials, and conducts structural quality checks before handing off or constructing components to be built. Quality-control checks materials, proofs, and samples for fabrication . Ensures proofs, samples, or materials adequately represents the final or intended design and specifications.

Lighting Concept Multimedia Specifications (10%): Establishes the lighting mood, maps fixture locations in CAD, selects beam spreads, and chooses specific color temperatures (Kelvins). Integrates multimedia effects with the Museum Technology Specialist, such as video and sound, into the space to create a multidimensional experience for interactive exhibits or elements.

Integrates exhibit lighting requirements from community or partner exhibitions into temporary gallery or case designs. Gallery Support and Maintenance (5%): Supports the Exhibition preparator in routine gallery, including daily upkeep and inspections. Acts as the technical lead for complex repairs. Assists the Exhibits team during installation, deinstallation, and object rotations as needed.