Location: NYC, NY
Discipline: Product / UX / Tech
Experience: TBD
Compensation: $115,000
About the job
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.
The Exhibition department is seeking an Associate Director of Exhibition Design. The Associate Director leads 3D design and plays a critical role in developing the overall design vision for each exhibition, assisted by their exceptional 3D design skills, their understanding of exhibition spaces and their ability to manage the exhibition fabrication process from concept to installation. They collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create compelling and immersive exhibition experiences that adhere to the Museum’s mission and can travel to other venues.
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Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Concept Development and Design
Work closely with curators and the exhibition team to translate exhibition concepts into 3D design concepts that consider space, architectural features and constraints of galleries or halls.
Create detailed plans, layouts, and schematics that optimize the use of exhibition space while ensuring visitor flow and accessibility.
Develop high-quality 3D renderings and physical scale models that visually communicate design concepts and enable collaboration with graphic designers and media teams.
Design exhibitions with the understanding that many will travel to other locations, considering standardization of elements, feasibility, durability, and ease of assembly.
