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KID Museum

Marketing Associate

Bethesda, MD

KID Museum is looking for a Marketing Associate to join our team and help bring our mission to life ... Canva, photography, or video editing skills Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is ...

KID Museum

Marketing Associate

Bethesda, MD · On-site

KID Museum is looking for a Marketing Associate to join our team and help bring our mission to life ... Canva, photography, or video editing skills Most importantly, were looking for someone who is ...

Nevada Museum Of Art

Digital Content Specialist

Reno, NV · On-site

$56K/yr

... a museum, arts, cultural, nonprofit, or higher education environment. * Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, photography, video production, and basic multimedia editing. * Familiarity ...

Nevada Museum Of Art

Digital Content Specialist

Reno, NV · On-site

$56K/yr

... a museum, arts, cultural, nonprofit, or higher education environment. * Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, photography, video production, and basic multimedia editing. * Familiarity ...

Nevada Museum Of Art

Digital Content Specialist

Reno, NV · Hybrid

$56K/yr

... a museum, arts, cultural, nonprofit, or higher education environment. * Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, photography, video production, and basic multimedia editing. * Familiarity ...

The Pennsylvania State University

$59K - $78K/yr

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Palmer Museum of Art in the College of Arts and Architecture at Penn ... editing, and proofreading; as well as project and time management skills. They will create ...

Museum of Fine Arts

Interpretive Planner

Boston, MA · On-site

$65K - $68K/yr

Contribute to audience research efforts at the Museum. For select projects, research visitor ... Experience editing and proofreading with a high degree of accuracy while adhering to institutional ...

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As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for museum editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 in the Museum Editor position, 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 job?

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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Marketing Associate

Marketing Associate

KID Museum

Bethesda, MD

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Are you a creative storyteller who loves using digital platforms to inspire, connect, and make an impact? Do you want your work to support hands-on learning, innovation, and equitable access to education? If so, we'd love to meet you.


KID Museum is looking for a Marketing Associate to join our team and help bring our mission to life through engaging digital content, storytelling, and community connection.


Why Join KID Museum?

At KID Museum, we believe in the power of creativity, curiosity, and hands-on learning to shape the future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to:

  • Tell meaningful stories about programs that empower youth through innovation and design
  • Collaborate with passionate, mission-driven colleagues across the organization
  • Build your marketing and digital communications skills in a dynamic nonprofit environment
  • See your work directly support programs, events, and community impact


About the Role

As our Marketing Associate, you'll play a key role in shaping how audiences experience KID Museum online. From social media posts and email campaigns to capturing event moments and sharing impact stories, your work will help grow our reach and deepen engagement.

You'll collaborate closely with our Marketing Director and cross-functional teams to promote programs, support campaigns, and bring our brand to life across digital channels.


What You'll Be Doing

  • Create and schedule engaging content for social media and email
  • Write compelling copy for programs, campaigns, and events
  • Capture photos and short-form videos that showcase our work in action
  • Help grow and engage our digital audience
  • Support marketing campaigns, events, and storytelling initiatives
  • Track performance metrics and help refine strategies


What We're Looking For

  • A strong communicator with excellent writing and attention to detail
  • Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Experience with social media and email marketing platforms
  • A creative mindset with an interest in storytelling and digital content
  • 1-3 years of relevant experience (internships and freelance work count!)
  • Bonus: Canva, photography, or video editing skills


Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is excited about mission-driven work and wants to grow in the nonprofit marketing space.


Schedule

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position, with occasional evening and weekend hours (scheduled in advance).


About KID Museum
KID Museum is the nation's largest educational makerspace for youth. Our mission is to revolutionize how kids learn through the maker experience. Through hands-on programming and deep learning experiences, we empower youth with the creative problem-solving and STEM skills to invent the future. With a focus on engaging populations traditionally underrepresented in STEM, our programs aim to build economic opportunity and diversify the future talent pipeline.


Our vision is to become the standard of excellence for inclusive, impactful maker learning nationally, and a model for how to expand access to maker learning at scale. Our headquarters in the Washington, DC region serves as our innovation hub. In partnership with local school systems, government, and philanthropic leaders, we design and deliver K-12 programs that produce results at scale in a large and diverse metropolitan region. We leverage the learnings from this learning lab to create resources, training, and technical support to expand high-impact maker learning nationally. For more information, please visit
KID Museum.


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