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Remote Museum Exhibit Designer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

We provide lighting and AV design services for museum exhibitions, theme parks, live events ... Activations The Associate AV Designer will assist project leads with producing detailed project ...

We provide lighting and AV design services for museum exhibitions, theme parks, live events ... The designer is expected to create drawings, schedules, and specifications packages. The Designer ...

We provide lighting and AV design services for museum exhibitions, theme parks, live events ... Activations The Associate AV Designer will assist project leads with producing detailed project ...

We provide lighting and AV design services for museum exhibitions, theme parks, live events ... The designer is expected to create drawings, schedules, and specifications packages. The Designer ...

Review and manage exhibit designs, layouts, and experiential components to support client ... Remote Environment * Full Benefits Package * 401K Vesting Immediately * Psychological Safety

Product Designer, Marketplace

Boston, MA · Remote

$123K - $161K/yr

This is a remote position, open to candidates who reside in: Boston, MA. You will be fully remote ... Exhibit strong craft and interaction design, maintaining a high quality bar for experiences and our ...

This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U ... Exhibit complete independence in initiating medium-to large-sized projects, defining the scope of ...

Contract Spatial Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$55 - $85/hr

This position is based in Chicago and will involve a combination of remote and in-office work. This ... From guest flows, space layouts, custom design elements, exhibit booths, stage design and mobile ...

Product Designer, Marketplace

Boston, MA · Remote

$123K - $161K/yr

This is a remote position, open to candidates who reside in: Boston, MA. You will be fully remote ... Exhibit strong craft and interaction design, maintaining a high quality bar for experiences and our ...

... exhibit as Employees of Above Group. They describe how we work together to achieve this special ... Electrical Designer (ED) The Position The Electrical Designer for Above Group shall contribute and ...

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

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Museum Exhibit Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Museum Exhibit Designer, you need expertise in exhibit design, art history, and spatial planning, often supported by a degree in design, museum studies, or a related field. Proficiency with digital design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling software (e.g., SketchUp), and virtual collaboration platforms is essential. Strong communication, creativity, and project management skills help foster effective teamwork and innovative exhibit concepts. These skills are crucial for creating engaging, educational, and accessible museum experiences in a collaborative remote environment.

What is a Remote Museum Exhibit Designer?

A Remote Museum Exhibit Designer is a professional who plans and creates museum exhibits while working from a location outside the museum, often from home or a remote office. They collaborate virtually with museum staff, curators, and other stakeholders to design engaging and educational displays. Using digital tools, they develop layouts, visual concepts, and interactive elements for both physical and virtual exhibits. Their work ensures that exhibits are accessible, informative, and visually appealing to visitors. Remote Museum Exhibit Designers may also be involved in project management, research, and integrating new technologies into exhibit designs.

How does a Remote Museum Exhibit Designer effectively collaborate with on-site teams and stakeholders during the exhibit development process?

Remote Museum Exhibit Designers typically use a combination of video conferencing, project management tools, and shared digital platforms to stay connected with on-site curators, fabricators, and other team members. Regular virtual meetings help ensure alignment on the exhibit's vision, timelines, and deliverables. Designers may also use 3D modeling software and cloud-based document sharing to review layouts and receive feedback in real time. Building strong communication skills and being proactive in seeking input are crucial for overcoming the challenges of not being physically present during installation or walkthroughs.

What is the difference between Remote Museum Exhibit Designer vs Remote Museum Curator?

AspectRemote Museum Exhibit DesignerRemote Museum Curator
CredentialsBachelor's in Design, Art, or related field; experience in exhibit designBachelor's or Master's in Museum Studies, History, or related field; experience in curation
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, museums, or remote collaborationMuseums, galleries, or remote research and planning
Industry UsageDesigning physical and virtual exhibitsResearching, selecting, and interpreting collections
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The main difference is that Remote Museum Exhibit Designers focus on creating visual and spatial designs for exhibits, while Remote Museum Curators handle research, collection management, and exhibit content. Both roles often collaborate but serve distinct functions in the museum industry.

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Infographic showing various Remote Museum Exhibit Designer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,310 per year, or $30 per hour.

EXHIBIT SPECIALIST (GENERAL)

Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$70K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Summary
You will serve as a Exhibit Specialist (General) of NATIONAL MUSEUM.
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Duties
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  • You will contribute to the planning, producing and maintaining of exhibits for the museum
  • You will perform all phases of surface preparation for finishing of exhibit cases and panels using hand and machine tools
  • You will work from scale layouts, rough sketches, models or oral or verbal instructions without the benefit of existing pictures and in accordance with established exhibit production policies, methods and techniques, to prepare finished exhibits.
  • You will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of exhibits, including electronic equipment used as exhibit components.

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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain a current forklift license
  • You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain a current respirator certification.

Qualifications
GS-11
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: the design, fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair of museum exhibit elements in a large industrial or professional setting, that included the following duties: (1) Interpreting technical drawings, using hand and power tools and techniques related to carpentry, plastics, painting or molding to construct museum exhibits and displays; (2) Designing and creating mats and frames to aesthetically display museum artwork or documents; (3) Working from scale layouts, rough sketches, models, or verbal or written instructions to prepare finished exhibits; (4) Communicating orally and in writing with individuals or groups both inside and outside the organization to resolve technical problems.
GS-09
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: fabrication, installation and maintenance of museum exhibit elements in a small industrial or professional setting, that included the following duties: (1) Reviewing technical drawings and using tools and techniques related to carpentry, plastics, painting or molding to assist in producing structures or models; (2) Creating mats and frames to display artwork or documents; and (3) Working from scale layouts, rough sketches, models, or verbal instructions to aid in preparing finished exhibits.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience:
GS-11 SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Applicants may substitute the following education for the required experience, provided it demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position: possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, LL.M, or have completed three full years of progressively higher level graduate level education leading to such a degree. One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent 1 year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the 1 year of full-time study requirement.
GS-11 COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Combinations of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements.
GS-09 SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: Applicants may substitute the following education for the required experience, provided it demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position: possess a master's or equivalent graduate degree, LL.B, J.D., or have completed two full years of progressively higher graduate level education leading to such a degree. One year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent 1 year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 18 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the 1 year of full-time study requirement.
GS-09 COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Combinations of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements
A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.
Additional information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
During the application process you will have the ability to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions in the local commuting area. Depending on the hiring organization and the position being filled, job requirements (e.g., security clearance, travel, drug testing, financial disclosure filing, bargaining unit status, etc.) may vary. Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or may offer recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability and in accordance with policy. If you opt-in and are referred on a certificate, your resume will be available to other hiring managers for 180-days from the date the job announcement closes. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application:?1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/
Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.
PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation.
Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed.
If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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