Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Exhibition Designer

Los Angeles

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$143kDetected 29 days ago
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About the role

  • The Exhibition Designer at Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will work collaboratively to create specialized exhibition designs that best support the museum's mission and curatorial vision, including technical concept design and presentation materials.
  • This role will oversee production and execution of art exhibitions, including working with the in-house production team as well as outside contractors for construction, fabrication, digital design and integration, and other vendor services.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with internal teams, develop and update specialized documents, recording all design-related components of installed exhibitions that best supports the collection and exhibition program.
  • Oversee production and execution of art exhibitions, including working with the in-house production team as well as outside contractors for construction, fabrication, digital design and integration, and other vendor services.
  • Responsible for understanding the Museum's base-building conditions and exhibition wall typical construction as it relates to MEP, structural capacities, fire protection, lighting, ceiling and floor components upon which future exhibition rotations and gallery renovations will be developed.
  • Prepare design document drawings, floor plans, detail drawings, case lists, or schedules for internal museum reviews and construction bid documents to be supplied to outside vendors.
  • Serve as liaison with external vendors, contractors, and design consultants. Work with external professionals, ensures all physical exhibitions meet all necessary code requirements and achieve accessibility standards set by the museum.
  • M ana ge project schedules, prioritize and coordinate design deliverables.
  • Work in collaboration with design team to oversee production of graphics from external vendors including printing, silk-screening, and fabrication for exhibitions, and coordinates with Collections M ana gement teams to arrange their installation.
  • Work with internal teams, m ana ge the process and schedule for exhibition design and fabrication. Collaborate with internal teams, develop and lead the process for determining aesthetic standards for framing, plinths, furniture, and casework.
  • Construct architectural models and mockups for design processes and presentation purposes. Prepare all 2D and 3D artwork assets for use in Vectorworks and Rhino models.
  • They will also work closely with internal teams, develop and update specialized documents, record all design-related components of installed exhibitions that best supports the collection and exhibition program.

Requirements

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8 hours per shift.
  • Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb stairs as needed.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 25 pounds, including wheelchairs, stanchions, signage, guest service equipment, and other operational materials.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests and colleagues in person, by telephone, and over two-way radio.
  • Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Architecture, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Studio Art or related field.
  • Three (3) years of experience in the position offered or related occupation.
  • Must have experience with the following:
  • Coordinate with the Buildings Facilities and Operations staff, responsible for understanding the infrastructure parameters and approvals required for outdoor installations within the Park and Garden.
  • Education Requirement:
  • Project Management
  • formulate budgets and timelines, institute clear workflow processes, managing internal and external partners, and enforcing deadlines
  • Architecture and 3D design history and trends
  • Creating conceptual solutions to design needs and 3D design experiences
  • REVIT, RHINO and VectorWorks
  • AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Cloud, and Sketch Up
  • Casework platforms, custom object mounts, and framing strategies
  • Lighting schemes that meet conservation standards
  • Apply ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) standards to ensure exhibitions are inclusive, navigable, and welcoming to all visitors

Compensation

  • $120k-$143k

Company info

  • Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum's collection features works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox Smith, N.

Equal opportunity

  • AND OUR COMMITMENT TO DEAIB The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art embraces diversity and equal opportunity.
  • We are committed to building a team that represents and supports a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
  • The Lucas Museum fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
  • We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the best qualified people from a diverse candidate pool.
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