Exhibitions Designer

Posting date
06/08/2023

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position Number
1128005

Department this Position Reports to
Hood Museum of Art

Hiring Range Minimum
$55,400

Hiring Range Maximum
$69,300

SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status
Exempt

Employment Category
Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year
12

Scheduled Hours per Week
40

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?
Onsite only

Is this a term position?
No

If yes, length of term in months.
NA

Is this a grant funded position?
No

Position Purpose

The Exhibitions Designer leads design planning for the Museum’s exhibitions program and permanent collection displays in keeping with the Hood goals for its physical and visual identity.

Required Qualifications – Education and Yrs Exp
Associates plus 3+ years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications – Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Associate’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience in museum exhibition planning and design, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency with design software, such as Sketch Up and the Adobe Creative Suite
• Demonstrated leadership in the methods and practices of art museum exhibition installation.
• Proven ability to be an individual contributor and pro-actively participate in a team-based environment.
• Proficiency with standard office editing and scheduling platforms: Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of visitors; familiarity and interest in ADA-compliant practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 or more years’ experience in museum exhibition planning and design, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of design software, including Sketch Up and the Adobe Creative Suite
• Understanding of framing and casework design, gallery lighting, object handling and conservation considerations.
• Experience designing exhibitions that include time-based media work and the systems and hardware that support them.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Ramie Speicher

Department Contact Phone Number
646-3852

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Nicole Gilbert, Head of Exhibitions

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Portfolio of recent design projects to be submitted by applicants.

Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/69117

Description

Exhibition Design – Responsible for creatively designing the visual and physical environments of the Hood’s galleries, in consideration of visitor experience goals, DEAI objectives, curatorial content, and the wellbeing of the artworks, and promoting the Hood’s identity. Develops designs for all museum exhibitions, installations, and object- and media-based displays in consultation with the Head of Exhibitions, other key museum staff, and external contractors, as appropriate. This includes developing drawings and/or scale models, using computer programs, and other design tools to effectively communicate design ideas, suggesting wall colors, exhibition layout, materials selection, case designs, media elements, and lighting.

Percentage Of Time
50

Description

Print Design – Designs in-gallery and exhibition graphic systems, and produces their components such as signage, labels, and text panels. Collaborates with External Relations team in the development of exhibition-related signage and print pieces, including posters, outdoor banners, brochures, and other publications.

Percentage Of Time
40

Description

Administration – Responsible for maintaining and managing inventories of casework and other exhibition- and gallery-related hardware and furnishings including media equipment.

Percentage Of Time
10

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.