Exhibit Developer Job Seattle area,Washington USA,Creative Arts/Media

Exhibit Developer

The Exhibit Developer supports the mission of The Museum of Flight by designing, developing, and creating engaging, educational, and visually appealing exhibits and experiences. This collaborative role involves researching topics, writing content, and designing both graphic and digital elements. The Exhibit Developer works closely with the Lead Developer and other team members to create exhibit components, including graphics, video programs, and interactive elements, while ensuring all content meets museum standards.

Responsibilities also include producing exhibit materials such as storylines, scripts, labels, artifact lists, and video assets. The Exhibit Developer may collaborate with specialists, curatorial staff, and external contractors to select content, conduct research, and document oral history videos. Additionally, the role may require participation in committees, professional groups, and representing the museum at external conferences.

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Conduct in-depth research on exhibit topics to ensure accurate and engaging content.

Conduct research on best-in-class forms of storytelling and presentation to ensure exhibits fulfill "experience" criteria.

Write clear, informative, and accessible exhibit text, including labels, scripts, and narrative content.

Design and develop graphics for both physical displays and digital media.

Develop innovative techniques to communicate exhibit topics including interactive exhibits.

Collaborate with the exhibits team, experience team, curatorial staff, and other museum departments to integrate content and design seamlessly.

Select and organize artifacts, photos, film, video, and historical information to tell complex histories from inclusive and diverse perspectives.

Work with the creative team to ensure exhibits align with museum goals, standards, and visitor experience objectives.

Assist with exhibit production, installation, and ongoing updates or improvements.

Ensure all exhibit content is accurate, well-researched, and supports the museum's mission and educational goals.

Collaborate and support the creation of oral histories and other video content with curatorial, AV services, and other exhibit staff.

Participate in meetings, brainstorming sessions, and project reviews to develop and refine exhibit and experience concepts.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, journalism, museology, science, or another related field. A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Five (5) years' work experience in research, graphic design, writing, and editing, preferably in a museum environment.

Knowledge

Knowledge of and skills with graphic design software, video production process and editing, and physical and digital media.
Knowledge of aviation and aerospace, preferred.

Skills

Skilled in research, writing, and content/story development
Strong organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates effective communication skills and can work with diverse individuals and departments.
Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office and the Adobe Creative Suite in particular.

Abilities

Able to prioritize and complete assignments with little direct supervision.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multiple departments and team members.
Able to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented museum environment and respond effectively with flexibility to changing priorities.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential…