Creative Technologies Developer

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One of the leading historical societies in the country, the Missouri Historical Society is in the midst of a transformative decade with exciting exhibit projects under development and on the horizon. We believe public history has the power to build stronger communities and first-class exhibits are an essential part of that work. In the years ahead, we will be expanding our efforts to share more history with more people than we ever have before.

Founded in 1866, the Missouri Historical Society operates three locations – the Missouri History Museum, Soldiers Memorial Military Museum, and the Library and Research Center. Together our locations serve as the confluence of historical perspectives and contemporary issues to inspire and engage audiences in the St. Louis region and beyond. We do that by telling local stories that focus on the history of this region and its people. This approach has led to the best attended and most awarded exhibits in MHS history.

Position Summary:

The Creative Technologies Developer will contribute to how we connect visitors to their shared past and to one another. We seek an experienced, creative, detail-oriented, and teamwork-oriented museum professional to help facilitate exhibit production and installation on our biggest projects which serve our largest audiences, ranging from short-term temporary exhibits to landmark signature gallery projects.

The Creative Technologies Developer will service exhibits at all MHS locations including the Missouri History Museum, Soldiers Memorial Military Museum, and Library and Research Center. This includes involvement in all phases of media development and production, from conceptualization and script drafting, to development, production, and installation. The Creative Technologies Developer oversees the maintenance, installation and deinstallation of all media and digital components within exhibition galleries.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and produce audio, video, and digital media interactive content for exhibitions.
• Advise on new storytelling approaches and technologies as they become available.
• Assist with research and development by utilizing the digital resources found at the Library & Research Center.
• Draft and develop storyboard concepts and scripts for audio, video, and digital media interactives.
• Plan and facilitate all technical aspects of media production, from pre-production through post-production.
• Obtain licensing rights and permissions for images, audio clips or film footage not in the MHS collection.
• Research and purchase appropriate equipment for installation.
• Manage and maintain exhibit equipment as necessary.
• Create and execute development schedules that align to overall project goals.
• Source and manage media-related contracts and services as necessary.
• Collaborate with members of the exhibit team including the Content Lead, Design Lead, Exhibitions Specialist, and others as necessary.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Dependable, reliable, and self-sufficient.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
• Advanced exhibit installation experience.
• Advanced experience creating custom digital interactives using a variety of platforms and software, including web-based systems.
• Advanced experience testing media experiences on equipment for installation.
• Advanced knowledge of leading equipment platforms and services.
• Moderate knowledge of live sound reinforcement and theatrical lighting.
• Moderate experience filming, producing, and editing new video content.
• Moderate experience identifying, producing, and editing new audio content.
• Basic to moderate experience drafting, executing, and managing RFPs and contracts.
• Basic experience with general fabrication techniques.
• Knowledge of technical systems outside of the digital media realm a plus. Examples could include electrical, lighting, or 3D printing techniques.
• Ability to adapt or learn new skills through creative problem solving to accomplish complex projects.
• Ability to juggle many simultaneous tasks as well as to delegate tasks effectively.
• Ability to routinely handle objects of 50 pounds or more.

Technical Proficiencies:

• Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere and After Effects.
• Gaming engines such as Gotdot or Unity
• 3D rendering software such as Fusion 360
• CMS and / or SQL data base systems.
• Media management platforms such as Q-SYS.
• Microsoft Office Suite

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Media Studies, Digital Media, UX Design, Video Production, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of media development and/or production experience, preferably in a nonprofit museum and/or equivalent public sector.

Deadline to Apply: Open until filled.

Please upload cover letter and resume when applying.

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Services Provided On A Non-Discriminatory Basis