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Exhibition Designer at Museum of Fine Arts

Exhibition Designer

Museum of Fine Arts · Boston, MA, US

4 days ago

Exhibition Designer

Museum of Fine Arts · Boston, MA, US

4 days ago
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About the Role

Reporting to the Director of Design, the Exhibition Designer provides design-based solutions for world-class exhibition projects and spatial display enhancements. The role focuses on art-based interpretive and experiential outcomes, requiring strength in architecturally driven design solutions across all project phases.

Responsibilities

  • Design special exhibitions and gallery installations through all project phases under tight deadlines
  • Serve as the 3D design representative within project teams
  • Collaborate with curatorial, graphic design, interpretation, conservation, and media departments
  • Create detailed 2D and 3D drawings, including schematics, layouts, and construction documents
  • Coordinate with fabricators, contractors, and vendors to ensure accurate execution
  • Track project budgets and resource needs while providing regular progress updates
  • Research spatial design solutions in other museums and architectural spaces

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a design-related field such as architecture, industrial design, interior design, or fine art
  • Background in exhibition design, architecture, theatrical design, or industrial design
  • Experience with CAD-based design tools and mixed physical-digital environmental design
  • Familiarity with ADA-related design practices and requirements
  • Demonstrated interest in art history

Skills

  • Vectorworks proficiency
  • Creative and innovative problem-solving
  • Strong visual design skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Understanding of user-centered design principles
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Presentation skills
  • Collaborative teamwork in fast-paced environments

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • 35 hours per week

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree or higher

Salary/Compensations

  • $62,000 - $68,000

Benefits

  • Affiliated with the United Auto Workers Union

About the Company

  • The MFA is committed to supporting values of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA)

Equal Opportunity

  • The MFA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, handicap or disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.