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Description Exhibit Designer Wage : $DOE Shift: Full time. Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm. Benefits: Free ... Create opportunities for fun, immersive exhibit experiences at the Museum of Natural Curiosity ...

As required by project needs, assist in hiring or art directing contract photographers, fabricators ... Work experience in creating museum exhibits for cultural organizations, or customer-facing private ...

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As required by project needs, assist in hiring or art directing contract photographers, fabricators ... museum exhibits for cultural organizations, or customer-facing private sector Desired Skills ...

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As required by project needs, assist in hiring or art directing contract photographers, fabricators ... Work experience in creating museum exhibits for cultural organizations, or customer-facing private ...

Exhibit Designer

Corrales, NM · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

Exhibit Designer The Exhibit Designer's role includes creative development, design execution, and ... for contracts or to create fabrication or installation drawings * Interface with Ideum clients ...

Exhibit Designer

Corrales, NM · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

Exhibit Designer The Exhibit Designer's role includes creative development, design execution, and ... for contracts or to create fabrication or installation drawings * Interface with Ideum clients ...

Exhibit Designer The Exhibit Designer's role includes creative development, design execution, and ... for contracts or to create fabrication or installation drawings * Interface with Ideum clients ...

Senior Exhibition Designer

Cambridge, MA

$112K - $120K/yr

... Designer oversees all 3D and graphic exhibit design work for the HMSC exhibits department ... This position requires advanced knowledge of museum exhibit design, visual content interpretation ...

Technical Designer

Lincolnwood, IL · On-site

$25 - $34/hr

Technical Designer Reports to: Associate Director of Technical Design About Ravenswood Studio Inc ... museum exhibit, display, cabinetry / millwork, theater / opera, or themed environments. Ability to ...

Technical Designer

Lincolnwood, IL · On-site

$25 - $34/hr

Technical Designer Reports to: Associate Director of Technical Design About Ravenswood Studio Inc ... museum exhibit, display, cabinetry / millwork, theater / opera, or themed environments. • Ability ...

Technical Designer Reports to: Associate Director of Technical Design About Ravenswood Studio Inc ... museum exhibit, display, cabinetry / millwork, theater / opera, or themed environments. Ability to ...

Museum Educator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$18.35 - $19.35/hr

Through community outreach initiatives, educational programs, and exhibits designed for children ... Create exhibit pop-up and museum programming with guidance and approvals from Manager of Gx ...

... Exhibit Designer position works as part of a highly successful team to create dynamic and engaging exhibits, to share the diverse stories of Colorado with History Colorado Center museum visitors and ...

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How much do contract museum exhibit designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract museum exhibit designer in the United States is $62,310.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Museum Exhibit Designer vs Contract Graphic Designer?

AspectContract Museum Exhibit DesignerContract Graphic Designer
CredentialsRelevant design certifications, experience in exhibit or museum designDesign or graphic arts certifications, portfolio of visual work
Work EnvironmentMuseums, cultural institutions, exhibit spacesAdvertising agencies, media companies, freelance projects
Industry UsageUsed primarily in museums, cultural and educational institutionsUsed across advertising, branding, publishing, and digital media

The main difference is that Contract Museum Exhibit Designers focus on creating immersive, educational exhibits within museums and cultural institutions, requiring specialized knowledge of exhibit design and museum standards. Contract Graphic Designers, on the other hand, develop visual content for branding, advertising, and digital media. Both roles require strong design skills and relevant certifications but serve different industries and project types.

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Exhibit Designer Job Description

Wage: $DOE

Shift: Full time. Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm.

Benefits: Free Membership for you and immediate family; medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurances; paid time off & holidays; 401(k); Employee Assistance Program; Financial Assistance Program; Thanksgiving Point venue discounts; and more!

Responsibilities:

  • Create opportunities for fun, immersive exhibit experiences at the Museum of Natural Curiosity, Butterfly Biosphere, the Museum of Ancient Life, and Curiosity Farms.
  • Collaborate with and take direction from the Senior Director of assigned Venues.
  • Take part in the overall success of the Exhibits Team, our venues, and Thanksgiving Point as a whole.
  • Contribute to the design, interpretation, development and creation of cool things, like oversized games and backdrops, for big events such as Tulip Festival, Luminaria, and Dino Days.
  • Act as a custodian of exhibit content and story throughout the design process.
  • Assist with exhibit production and maintenance as needed.
  • Define core concepts and ideas during exhibit development.
  • Help team members with other exhibit tasks.
  • Professional, courteous and understanding in nature.
  • Exemplify Thanksgiving Point’s Mission, Values and Policies.
  • Other duties as assigned by manager/supervisor.

Requirements:

  • Know, understand, and have experience with human-centered design or similar methods of developing immersive content for public engagement in a museum or informal learning environment.
  • Have a solid understanding of best practices in exhibit interpretation, exhibit design process, exhibit development, design research and copywriting, and safety guidelines.
  • 3D modeling skills such as Rhino a plus.
  • Adobe Suite (Figma a plus).
  • Organized, reliable, punctual, flexible, and great communication skills.
  • Computer skills.
  • Physical abilities will need to include standing, bending, lifting, twisting, manipulating small objects.
  • Pass a background check
  • Be at least 21 years old.