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11-26-2024, 08:22 AM
Apply here: https://us242.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/car/Posting/View/9204
This is a union position, full-time, $27.50/hr
The Exhibition Designer reporting to the Manager of Exhibitions, will manage the design and production of Carnegie Museum of Art’s temporary exhibitions and permanent collection installations. The Exhibition Designer will closely collaborate across departments—Curatorial, Exhibitions, Registration, Art Preparation & Installation, Conservation, and Education—to produce specifications, methods, materials, technical drawings, and display techniques for museum casework, platforms, walls, partitions, fixtures and lighting, in accordance with best museum practices. The position provides support for the administration and execution of all aspects of construction-related activities associated with the exhibition design. The Exhibition Designer works closely with internal and external stakeholders including the Manager of Exhibitions, Curators, contractors, vendors, and contributing Carnegie Museums (CM) and Carnegie Museum of Art (CMOA) departments to efficiently and effectively achieve exhibition goals and installation designs on schedule and on budget.
Please submit a cover letter when applying for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Requires an ability to organize, represent, and communicate concepts effectively through design; working knowledge of color utilization and design theory; familiarity with construction as well as art museum-appropriate materials and fabrication techniques; understanding and awareness of security, conservation, and accessibility requirements and standards.
Must be highly organized, and able to set and carry out short-term goals while keeping long-term goals in mind. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds in a team-oriented environment. Must possess the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Must have the initiative to undertake and complete tasks and projects as they arise.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, design, fine arts, or a related field, and at least two years’ experience in architectural gallery drawing and detailing, interior space planning, materials specification, and/or fixture design (or an equivalent mix of education and experience). Must be able to administer the drafting and production process from specification through completion. Proficiency in computer aided design programs such as InDesign, CAD, Vectorworks, SketchUp, etc., as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is mandatory. A working knowledge of basic office equipment is required.
Position requires sufficient mobility to travel throughout the museum’s galleries and storage areas.
This is a union position, full-time, $27.50/hr
The Exhibition Designer reporting to the Manager of Exhibitions, will manage the design and production of Carnegie Museum of Art’s temporary exhibitions and permanent collection installations. The Exhibition Designer will closely collaborate across departments—Curatorial, Exhibitions, Registration, Art Preparation & Installation, Conservation, and Education—to produce specifications, methods, materials, technical drawings, and display techniques for museum casework, platforms, walls, partitions, fixtures and lighting, in accordance with best museum practices. The position provides support for the administration and execution of all aspects of construction-related activities associated with the exhibition design. The Exhibition Designer works closely with internal and external stakeholders including the Manager of Exhibitions, Curators, contractors, vendors, and contributing Carnegie Museums (CM) and Carnegie Museum of Art (CMOA) departments to efficiently and effectively achieve exhibition goals and installation designs on schedule and on budget.
Please submit a cover letter when applying for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Requires an ability to organize, represent, and communicate concepts effectively through design; working knowledge of color utilization and design theory; familiarity with construction as well as art museum-appropriate materials and fabrication techniques; understanding and awareness of security, conservation, and accessibility requirements and standards.
Must be highly organized, and able to set and carry out short-term goals while keeping long-term goals in mind. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds in a team-oriented environment. Must possess the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Must have the initiative to undertake and complete tasks and projects as they arise.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, design, fine arts, or a related field, and at least two years’ experience in architectural gallery drawing and detailing, interior space planning, materials specification, and/or fixture design (or an equivalent mix of education and experience). Must be able to administer the drafting and production process from specification through completion. Proficiency in computer aided design programs such as InDesign, CAD, Vectorworks, SketchUp, etc., as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is mandatory. A working knowledge of basic office equipment is required.
Position requires sufficient mobility to travel throughout the museum’s galleries and storage areas.