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Multimedia Producer

Minneapolis, MN

$62K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... and editing projects in-house and stewarding the Walker's video archive. Balancing creative ... Collaborate with the Design Director and colleagues across the museum to conceive and produce ...

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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.

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.

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$62K/yr

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Job description

The Walker Art Center empowers people to experience the transformative possibilities of the art and ideas of our time and to imagine the world in new ways. In our over 125-year history, we have become one of the most celebrated art museums in the country and we are known for our innovative presentations and acclaimed collections of contemporary art across the spectrum of the visual, performing, and media arts.

The Multimedia Producer is a member of the Walker’s in-house design studio, working with the Design Director to develop and produce video content that supports exhibitions, marketing, social media, interpretation, and public programs. This role oversees video productions from concept through delivery, coordinating shoots with freelance crews while also producing, shooting, and editing projects in-house and stewarding the Walker’s video archive. Balancing creative authorship with technical know-how, the Multimedia Producer brings the world of the Walker to life. The ideal candidate is an accomplished visual storyteller with excellent organizational and project management skills and the ability to work resourcefully across production scales.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

  • Collaborate with the Design Director and colleagues across the museum to conceive and produce compelling moving-image work that advances the museum's exhibitions, programs, educational initiatives, marketing, and communications.
  • Lead video productions from concept through delivery, determining the appropriate production approach for each project and balancing creative ambition, quality, efficiency, and available resources.
  • Produce, direct, shoot, and edit a wide range of video content, including artist interviews, exhibition features, educational walkthroughs, performances, lectures, and marketing materials.
  • Plan and manage productions involving freelance cinematographers, editors, and other creative partners, including scheduling, coordination, and quality control.
  • Work comfortably across production scales, creating polished video content in-house while engaging outside collaborators when project scope or complexity requires.
  • Collaborate with Design Director to ensure moving-image work reflects the Walker’s visual identity and remains on-brand.
  • Prepare video assets for digital platforms, marketing, and archival use.
  • Develop production workflows that support timely delivery while maintaining a high standard of visual and technical quality.
  • Organize, catalog, and steward the Walker’s video assets, ensuring footage, project files, and metadata are preserved and accessible for future use.
  • In collaboration with the marketing department’s Digital Strategist oversee the Walker’s Vimeo and YouTube channels, including publishing, metadata, organization, presentation, and captioning.
  • Maintain familiarity with emerging production tools, camera systems, editing workflows, and creative technologies, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and expand the studio’s capabilities.
  • Contribute creative ideas and visual storytelling strategies while responding thoughtfully to design direction and institutional priorities.
  • Develop thoughtful approaches to video distribution and audience engagement, ensuring that moving-image content is accessible, discoverable, and aligned with the Walker visual identity and communications goals.

WHAT WE NEED IN YOU

Minimum Requirements

  • 4+ years of professional experience producing video content, filmmaking, or related creative work.
  • Experience managing video productions of varying scales, including coordinating freelancers, overseeing production timelines and budgets, and determining the appropriate resources and approach for each project.
  • Proficiency in video production workflows
  • Experience with Adobe software (Adobe Premiere), including camera operation, lighting, sound, editing, color correction, and preparing content for digital and online platforms.
  • Experience with video asset management, digital preservation, or archival practices.
  • Experience with video platforms such as YouTube and Vimeo.
  • Experience to work across production approaches, from highly produced projects involving external partners to agile, in-house content creation using a range of tools and technologies.
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills, including experience managing media assets, project files, metadata, equipment needs, and video archives.
  • Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with artists, designers, curators, educators, communications professionals, and other stakeholders.
  • Must possess a commitment to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and access.
  • The position requires regular night and weekend hours and availability.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience documenting exhibitions, performances, lectures, artist conversations, or public programs.
  • Familiarity with accessibility standards for digital video, including captioning and related workflows.
  • Experience working within an in-house creative studio or multidisciplinary design environment.
  • Experience working in a museum, gallery, cultural institution, educational organization, or other arts-focused environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Ability to read write communicate verbally
  • Ability to move thru out the building
  • Prolonged periods of looking at computer or phone screens
  • Lifting and carrying equipment and materials between 50-60lbs
  • Ability to frequently walk and move throughout galleries, public spaces, the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, and administrative offices.
  • Ability to work in active public environments with changing attendance levels and operational demands.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS This position is considered full-time, exempt. As an exempt position, it is not eligible for overtime pay. The compensation for this role is $62,223.00 annually.

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution; paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.

This position is covered by the American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) labor contract.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Walker’s DEI commitment The Walker is committed to being an employer with a staff who, at all job levels, reflects the rich diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We are dedicated to ensuring inclusion and equity in all our employment practices. We deeply value and welcome all the unique lived experiences in our applicants and encourage anyone meeting the minimum requirements to apply.

Recruitment Timeline All positions are open until filled.

E-Verify Participation Notice Walker Art Center participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

For more information, please review the following notices:

  • E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish)
  • Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)

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