Job Function
Provide management and oversight of cultural programming and exhibits for the Macomb Center and the Lorenzo Cultural Center.   Develop concepts for captivating exhibits and cultural programming and oversee process from inception through post-event reporting.

Job Responsibilities
Manage the creation and implementation of all exhibit and cultural activities for the Macomb Center and the Lorenzo Cultural Center and exhibit spaces.
Research content and coordinate with both internal and external resources.
Create content for exhibits.
Engage, contract and oversee speakers, programs and external exhibits in conjunction with exhibits or other cultural initiatives.
Schedule and manage exhibit and cultural program activities.
Coordinate appropriate LCC and MCPA programs with Macomb Multicultural International Initiative (MMII).
Assist the marketing team in creating advertising and marketing materials.
Manage and train volunteer docents.
Assist the Program Administrator in event management activities.
Represent the Albert L. Lorenzo Cultural Center and Macomb Center for the Performing Arts within the Macomb Community College Community.
Coordinate Albert L. Lorenzo Cultural Center and Macomb Center for the Performing Arts activities with other departments and organizations withing Macomb Community College.
Encourage and support faculty, staff and student participation in cultural enrichment activities.
Collaborate with Macomb Community College staff as needed to successfully carry out job responsibilities and programs.
Promote cultural programming and exhibits in the community.
Represent Macomb Community College by membership in appropriate cultural organizations.
Collaborate with local, state and national organizations for the loan of artifacts, exhibits and items used as part of our cultural programming.
Ensure that exhibits and displays meet accepted museum standards.
Create surveys and prepare evaluation of cultural programs.
Assist in the preparation and oversight of exhibit and cultural program budgets.
Assist in preparation of grants.
Maintain records for exhibits and cultural programs.
Manage inventory and database of MCC art collection.
Perform related duties as assigned.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Exhibit Designer assists the Creative Team in the creative implementation of projects, upholding the standards of Solid Light’s excellence in design. The Exhibit Designer provides project visualizations, 2D and 3D design, graphic designs, linear and interactive media concepts, and design intent for fabrication expertise as needed for projects, as well as the creation of graphic production files. The Exhibit Designer also works with the entire project team to assist in the successful design and build of projects on budget and on time, upholding the excellence of Solid Light’s work product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Collaborates with the Project Team to create designs that best address the client’s goals and vision.
• Creates designs and creative work products through Solid Light’s Planning, Design, Production, and Installation process.
• Collaborates with the Creative Director, to assist the Creative Team in the selection of materials that accomplish the goals of design and meet the project budgets.
• Collaborates with the Creative Team to create exhibit visualizations and support drawings that incorporate all necessary components for the fabrication of the exhibits.
• Coordinates with the Creative Team to create presentation and fabrication materials necessary for project deliverables.
• Collaborates with the Creative Team to create graphic files for production.
• Assists the full Project Team to facilitate project flow and success following the lead of the Project Manager and Creative Director.
• Assists the Director of Integration in the coordination with subcontractors to facilitate the successful design intent for fabrication and installation.
• Helps create promotional materials as necessary to assist Solid Light in business development.
• Helps to promote Solid Light and its values and provides support in reaching its goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in related subject or equivalent work experience and training.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in exhibit design.
• Proficient understanding of computer applications to include Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet.
• Proficient in Google SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite. AutoCAD proficiency preferred.
• Construction knowledge preferred but not required.
• Creativity and the ability to develop innovative solutions for client demands.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to include presentations, and internal and external client deliverables.
• Ability to professionally and efficiently correspond with external and internal clients and vendors via phone, email, and written correspondence.
• Excellent attention to detail in an environment with rapidly changing data.
• Interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and outside of the Company.
• Accurate and timely completion of projects and/or reports.
• Maintenance of Company information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting in a fast-paced environment.

Learn more and apply today: https://solidlight-inc.com/careers/

The Museum of Danish America, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), seeks a full-time Youth & Community Educator.  This position develops, oversees, and delivers educational programs for all ages using the history, collection, and environment of the Museum of Danish America.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; Museum certification a plus.
• Prior experience with K-12 schools, curriculum or programs.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and project management skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create, lead, and collaborate with MoDA staff to provide appropriate educational content in a variety of formats to diverse audiences throughout the year including summer programming.
• Develop, promote and implement museum outreach programs forming relationships with community partners to assist in growing MoDA’s outreach.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for various youth and school field trips as well as follow-up and coordinate museum tours with MoDA staff.
• Work closely with the Communications Specialist to advertise and promote programming and events through social media, radio interviews, newspaper articles and ads, flyers and e-news.
• Maintain accurate tracking records and evaluations for grant reporting, board reporting, and strategic plans.
• Collaborate with MoDA’s accountant to monitor the department’s annual budget.
• Apply for grants and identify funding sources to assist with educational opportunities.
• Participate in regular staff meetings and Exhibition & Programming Committee meetings.
• Take part in the Board of Directors’ Mission Delivery Committee meetings.
• Participate in collection development with the Executive Director, Registrar, Albert Ravenholt Curator of Danish-American Culture, and the Archivist.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned by the Executive Director

Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience (range of $40,000 to $45,000).  Benefits package includes paid health insurance, paid short/long term disability insurance, paid vacation, and paid sick leave.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references via email: info@danishmuseum.org; via mail: Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, Iowa 51531, ATTENTION:  Administrative Manager.

Established in 1983, the Museum of Danish America (formerly known as The Danish Immigrant Museum) is located midway between Des Moines, IA and Omaha, NE on 35 acres of recreated prairie in the heart of the largest rural settlement of Danes in the United States. The museum’s mission is to “explore the Danish-American experience, the historic and modern influences of Denmark on the United States, and the continuing story of how a nation of immigrants shape American identity.” It is the only accredited national museum dedicated to collecting and interpreting the Danish-American experience. The museum has a collection of nearly 25,000 artifacts, an active traveling exhibit program, and a membership of over 2,000 from across the United States, Denmark and seven other countries.  Guidance is provided by a twenty-five-member Board of Directors from across the United States and Denmark. It has a staff of eleven full-time employees, four part-time employees and an active internship program hosting Danish and American graduate students annually.

The Museum of Danish America is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The Sweetwater County Historical Museum in Green River, Wyoming, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Exhibits Coordinator. The incumbent will participate in the development and production of interpretive exhibits in the Museum and at offsite venues across the county. Sweetwater County is located in the scenic Intermountain West, bordering on Colorado and Utah to the south.

Position Description:

The Exhibits Coordinator participates in all aspects of exhibits development and production, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, researching, writing, designing, fabricating and installing. This position also assists with exhibits maintenance and cleaning, gallery tours, historical research, interpretive programming, special events, educational outreach, collections care and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

· Collaborate with Director/Curator in developing budgets and schedules for exhibits

· Collaborate with Director/Curator in planning, researching, writing for and designing exhibits

· Collaborate with Director/Curator in specifying and ordering materials for exhibits

· Produce and install exhibits according to design specifications

· Clean and perform maintenance on all exhibits, both on-site and remote

· Lead gallery tours and participate in public programming

· Operate hand tools and power equipment; maintain clean, safe, stocked and functional production shop

· Drive vehicles to transport exhibits materials to/from warehouse and suppliers

· Handle collections, including transfer to/from storage, documentation, mount-making and installation

· Lift or carry exhibit objects and properties weighing up to 50 pounds

· Move and position objects weighing hundreds of pounds

· Ascend, descend and work from ladders when installing, maintaining, or removing exhibits and lighting

Required Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary degree preferred

· At least one year’s experience in museum exhibits design and fabrication

· Competency in computer hardware and software, including Adobe Creative Suite

· Proficiency in the safe operation of hand tools and power equipment

· Familiarity with a broad range of materials and methods used in exhibits production

· Experience in painting and finishing a variety of materials

· Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in art, design, architecture, museum studies or related field OR degree/certificate in building trades

· Expertise in exhibit design and/or graphic design

· Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and computer-aided design

· Proficiency in art framing, matting and installation

· Proficiency in large-format printing and mounting graphics

· Knowledge of artifact handling techniques and mount making

· Experience in researching and writing interpretive text for exhibits

· Knowledge of local, regional or western cultural and natural history

· Proficiency in carpentry and/or cabinet making

· Proficiency in acrylic fabrication and installation

Compensation:

This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits (health, dental, and vision insurance; state retirement contributions; paid sick and vacation days). The starting salary for this position is $40,000 – $43,000, depending upon qualifications. This is an exempt position.

Schedule:

The normal working hours for the position are Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m. with rotating weekend duties and some extra weekend/evening hours required for special events, meetings, or other activities necessary to complete the duties of the position.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and current resume at meadd@sweetwatercountywy.gov.  A portfolio of your work is optional but recommended. References are not required unless you are invited to interview and will be requested at that time. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, candidates are advised to submit their applications by August 15, 2024.

All applicants will get a confirmation email when their complete applications are received. We believe in transparency, communication, and respect so we make every effort to inform all applicants of their status throughout the hiring process.

The first round of interviews will be conducted by phone or Zoom. If invited for a final in-person interview, travel reimbursement will be based on available funds. This position is open until filled.

No phone calls, please. Submit questions to the Executive Director using the email address listed above. Visit our website and social media for information about the Museum.

Sweetwater County Historical Museum

3 East Flaming Gorge Way

Green River, Wyoming 82935

https://www.sweetwatermuseum.org

Department:

Libraries | Special Collections and Area Studies

The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum (BICLM) houses the world’s largest collection of cartoon and comics material. We are seeking a dynamic and creative Museum Educator to join our team. In addition to maintaining existing programs, the Museum Educator is responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programming and outreach, including programming for young people, families and general audiences, K-12 classes, and community groups. This position requires collaboration with The Ohio State University Library staff, external curators, artists, and community partners. The Museum Educator collaborates with the Museum Coordinator and BICLM Curators to set annual priorities, build partnerships within local and regional cartoon art communities, schools, and cultural institutions.

BICLM hosts two to four exhibitions per year on varying themes, in addition to traveling exhibits, and the Museum Educator’s responsibilities include: collaborating with the exhibit curators to develop subject-specific programs; assistance with developing age-appropriate didactic material to supplement exhibition labels; implementing inquiry-based guided tours and gallery experiences; developing workshops which may include work with cartoonists or educators. Some evening and weekend hours will be required. Opportunities may also include work with interns and fostering professional development for emerging museum professionals.

The Museum Educator consistently demonstrates commitment to our values and promotes an organizational culture of Discovery, Connection, Equity, Integrity, and Stewardship (https://library.osu.edu/strategic-directions) as well as dedication to advance the work of the Special Collections and Area Studies unit. All other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in or supplemented by study in Art, Art Education, Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field appropriate to the position, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• At least 2-years of relevant experience such as working in K-12 environments, community-based recreation centers, or alternative learning settings.
• Expressed or demonstrated interest in the arts, museums, nonprofit learning settings, community-based settings, or similar environments.
• Candidate must be able to demonstrate a commitment to and proficiency in diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Proven experience working with the public.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products strongly preferred, including Excel.
• Desire and ability to work collaboratively.
• Availability to work some evening and weekend hours.
• Ability to respond effectively to complex circumstances and conditions.

Desired Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Art, Museum Studies, Art History, Art Education, Education, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of and affinity for comics and cartoon art
• 3-5 years of work experience at a museum, gallery, art studio, visual arts, film, or performing arts center preferred.
• Ability to teach in a diverse range of learning settings and needs.
• Familiarity with non-English languages.

Additional Information:

Career Roadmap

Function: Library and Museum

Sub-Function: Education Services

Career Band: Individualized Contributor – Specialized

Career Level: Experienced – S2

This is a 1-year term position.

Target Hiring Range: $47,200-$55,000.

Application Instructions: Visit https://osujoblinks.com/i54a

Please submit cover letter and resume with the online application.

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The Libraries’ greatest resource is our faculty and staff. Their expertise produces value beyond the collections and their commitment to continual improvement and innovation is one of the most significant ways the Libraries meets the diverse and evolving information needs of university students, faculty, and staff, alongside scholars throughout Ohio and the world.

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The Libraries strives to provide welcoming, supportive environments for all to pursue and share knowledge. The Libraries is guided by our strategic priorities that facilitate, celebrate and honor diversity, inclusion, access and social justice. All positions are expected to contribute to building and advancing this environment and we encourage candidates to apply who share these values.

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