Exhibition Services Manager

Exhibition Services Manager

The Exhibition Services Manager collaborates with curators, visiting national and international artists, and other staff members on the design of temporary and permanent collection exhibitions. This position interprets and works with museum administration to implement current policies and AAM accreditation standards to ensure best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages the planning and installation of museum exhibitions and the development of conceptual designs.
• Creates detailed 2D and 3D renderings of conceptual designs.
• Coordinates the preparation of artwork and other materials for exhibitions and the collection.
• Researches and sources specialized materials and equipment for use in exhibition planning and development.
• Collaborates with exhibition curator, exhibiting artists, and other members of the Collections and Exhibition Department on installation design, schedule, and execution.
• Advises and directs preparatory staff as needed.
• Provides training for preparatory staff and other museum technicians on museum methods and safe use of wood shop and tools.
• Directs the design, fabrication, construction, and install of technically complex museum exhibitions.
• Designs alterations to museum galleries to meet the needs of exhibition, including temporary walls, exhibition furniture and lighting design.
• Works with the curator to determine layout of artworks within the exhibition space.
• Collaborates with other stakeholders on lighting, sound, and multi-media design and installation.
• Designs and produces artwork labels and other didactic labels.
• Researches electronic equipment and other materials.
• Manages archival framing and matting of artworks.
• Designs and manages construction of exhibition furniture.
• Consults with museum administration and facilities on physical plant requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in exhibition design, architecture, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
• 5 years of experience in museum exhibition design
• Knowledge of museum exhibition fabrication techniques and materials
• Knowledge of museum lighting design and electrical systems
• Strong portfolio of museum exhibit designs
• Expertise in 3D modeling software, such as AutoCAD and SketchUp
• Excellent project management skills
• Strong basic math skills
• Ability to work well under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The Exhibition Designer must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull a variety of tools, equipment, and materials. Must be able to climb, balance, reach overhead, stoop, kneel and crouch to gain access to equipment. Requires safe operation of a variety of shop equipment and power tools. Will occasionally be exposed to noise and vibration from operating machinery. Must be able to safely lift 50 lbs. May be required to work in confined areas to access equipment. The majority of this position requires working on-site.

AAP/EEO Statement

Palm Springs Art Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work Location: In person