The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is currently considering applicants for the position of Exhibitions Specialist. The Exhibitions Specialist reports Director of Design and Exhibitions is responsible for assisting the Director of Design & Exhibition and Preparator in the design and construction of the Museum’s exhibitions, interior and exterior public spaces, and exhibits.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists in designing exhibits. • Assists in site analysis/evaluation of space; checks measurements based on existing drawings of the Museum. • Assists in developing concepts into 3-dimensional exhibit experiences (including floor plan, design detail, section drawings, color schemes and label/graphics package). • Helps design exhibit graphics, including labels, using up-to-date presentational methods that are experiential, engaging and accessible to diverse audiences. • Communicates with Director of Design & Exhibitions about project progress. • Works with Curatorial Assistant to maintain appropriate documentation of exhibition design information, including concepts, specifications, final drawings, and graphics (text and labels) for departmental project files. • Works with curatorial team to circulate proofs and do final edits on labels and exhibit text.
2. Assists in the production of exhibit graphics. • Works closely with Director of Design and Exhibitions on the production of graphics. Assists in getting estimates from vendors. • Designs and prints labels and text based on existing style-guide. Prints in-house labels and text. • Scans and creates facsimiles of sensitive paper artifacts.
3. Assists Preparator with artifact preparation • Fabricates mounts for objects (including brass and steel). • Prepares textiles/clothing for display. • Mats, frames and encapsulates documents and posters. • Mounts labels and text.
4. Assists with exhibit installation and maintenance. • Assists with cleaning the exhibitry in the galleries. • Assists with the installation of artifacts and graphics in exhibits. • Assists with artifact swaps and one-off installations.
5. Assists in designing internal displays and signage • Meets with staff members from various departments about signage/display needs. • Creates mock-ups and works with Director of Design and Exhibitions to produce finished deliverables.
6. Assists with artifact and casework installation and deinstallation for travelling exhibits. • Travels off-site and/or out of state when required.
Duties include but may not be limited to the above.
Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in arts related field, preferably in design.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of experience in a museum, cultural or performing arts institution with work in interpretive exhibition design or graphic design. Additional experience in exhibit preparation / artifact handling preferred.
• Possess general knowledge of exhibition processes.
• Ability to write and edit text.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Computer Literate: Microsoft Products; Excel, graphics software (Adobe Creative Suite). CAD-related software experience a plus.
• Possess knowledge of proper handling and care of all objects. Experience in mount-making preferred.
• Possess knowledge of proper handling and care of all objects. Experience in mount-making preferred.
• Ability to work independently without close oversight, and also a team player who will engage productively with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside the Museum.
• A professional and resourceful style; willingness to take initiative, manage multiple tasks and projects at a time; and willingness to learn.
• Thinks of the big-picture and considers the impact of decisions across the institution as a whole.
• Understands implicitly how to work with different people and various working styles across the organization.
• Sets a strong example for others by initiating collaboration and working consistently in a collegial manner.
• Encourages teamwork, and anticipates and removes obstacles to effective teamwork; seeks to resolve conflicts as they arise.
• Approaches others in a positive manner and builds solid long-term relationships with key stakeholders inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to successfully pass a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum reference check, background investigation and drug screening.
• Ability to get along with other people and regularly communicate status of assignments.
For consideration, submit resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications along with salary history online at http://rockhall.com/careers.