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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for museum editor in Colorado is $33.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.50 and $41.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a museum editor?

A Museum Editor is responsible for writing, editing, and proofreading content for museums, such as exhibit labels, catalogs, brochures, and online publications. They ensure that all materials are clear, engaging, and accessible to a wide audience while maintaining historical and factual accuracy. Museum Editors collaborate with curators, designers, and educators to create compelling narratives that enhance visitors' understanding of exhibits. They may also oversee style guidelines, manage publication schedules, and work with external contributors. Strong writing, research, and editing skills, along with knowledge of museum studies or a related field, are essential for this role.

What are some core responsibilities I can expect as a museum editor?

As a Museum Editor, you will typically be responsible for editing and producing exhibition labels, catalogues, educational materials, newsletters, and online content. Your day-to-day tasks may involve collaborating closely with curators, educators, designers, and marketing staff to ensure all written materials meet the museum's standards for accuracy and tone. You may also oversee freelance contributors, proofread final layouts, and help shape the museum's public messaging. This role often requires balancing multiple projects on tight deadlines, which can be both challenging and rewarding for those who enjoy variety and teamwork.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a museum editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Museum Editor, you need strong writing, editing, and research skills, often supported by a degree in museum studies, art history, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), digital asset management tools, and style guides such as the Chicago Manual of Style is important. Attention to detail, collaboration, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly are key soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure that all museum content—from exhibition texts to web articles—is accurate, accessible, and engaging for diverse audiences.

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Infographic showing various Museum Editor job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 53% Full Time, 37% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,114 per year, or $33.2 per hour.

Executive Assistant

Denver, CO • On-site

Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Museums and Historical Sites • 201 - 500 employees
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$32 - $35/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Are you the person who keeps everything moving - calendars organized, details handled, and important relationships supported? The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is looking for an Executive Assistant who thrives in a dynamic environment and brings sound judgment, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit to their work.

In this highly visible role, you'll serve as a trusted partner to the Chief Development Officer and help support the Development Division's day-to-day operations. You'll coordinate a complex calendar, prepare leaders for meetings, communicate with donors and community partners, support the Museum's Board, assist with special events and projects, and help ensure priorities move forward smoothly.

This is an opportunity to put your organizational talents to work in a place with a meaningful mission. If you anticipate needs, handle sensitive information with discretion, build strong relationships, and take pride in creating order behind the scenes, you can help the Museum inspire our community's passion for nature and science.

Job Class:Full Time
Hiring Range: $32-$35/hour
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, with the ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
Direct Reports: 0

Essential Duties
  • DirectlysupportsChief Development Officer in the Development Division.
  • Manages CDO calendar, scheduling, and travel: enters appointments, sets-up and tracks meetings, and provides relevant prep materials and appropriate follow-up.
  • Collaborates with Business Support Team to plan and direct all administrative, financial, and operational activities for the division.
  • Manages multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously and meets relevant deadlines.
  • Maintains and fosters external relationships with donors and community leaders.
  • Serves as board liaison with communication and assisting needs between Senior Leadership Team, Chief Development Officer, and Board.
  • At the discretion of CDO, provides a range of assistance to team members to support donor engagement, trainings, information dissemination, including presentation preparation, research, and writing.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 5years' experience as an executive assistant.
  • 5 years' experience writing, copy editing, formatting, drafting agendas, correspondence, presentations, reports, and other written documents.
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
Ideal Candidate Will Be/Have
  • Ability to anticipate needs
  • Event planning and project management experience
  • Experience with high-level executives
  • High attention to detail
  • Able to lead by example
Application Instructions

Please submit your resume by 6:00 p.m. MT on Friday, August 21st. Applications will not be accepted after this time. DMNS reserves the right to close the position prior to this date. Applications may only be accepted electronically via the Museum's website.

Employment Type: Full Time

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