Exhibit Designer

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

12d•CA$76,841 - CA$100,900•Onsite

About The Position

As an Exhibit Designer, you will play a key role in transforming interpretive concepts into immersive, visitor-focused experiences across Alberta’s museums, historic sites, and interpretive centres. Working as part of a multidisciplinary creative team, you will lead exhibit design projects from concept through installation, developing engaging physical and interactive environments that support Heritage Division’s mandate to steward and share Alberta’s rich heritage. This role combines creative vision, technical expertise, project leadership, and strong collaboration to deliver high-quality experiences that connect Albertans with their stories and history.

Requirements

University graduation in a related field (i.e. Museum Studies, Interior Design, Industrial Design, Environmental Design, or related field) PLUS five years of related experience or equivalent as described below.
Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
Related a minimum of 5 years of experience in exhibit design or related fields such as environmental, industrial, interior, or theatre design, and/or exhibit production.
Advanced proficiency with computer platform and design software packages (CAD, 3D modeling, etc.) Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365, and comfort with learning new related software.
Knowledge of environmental scenography, graphic design, media production, digital and mechanical interactive, museum object display, and audiovisual presentation, in order to integrate these various experiences and components into an overall design concept.
Understanding of ergonomics, materials properties and characteristics, fabrication/manufacturing processes, drafting and aesthetics.
Experience leading complex, high-profile projects, or portfolios from strategy through execution and delivery.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive accountability for outcomes, performance, and results.
Strong experience managing competing priorities, risks, budgets, resources, and stakeholder expectations.
Highly developed oral/written communication skills and visual/oral presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, product reps, suppliers, fabricators, designers, and interpreters.
Knowledge of lighting design, techniques as well as special lighting requirements for artifacts and archival materials.
Working knowledge of construction and fabrication methods, materials, hardware systems, finishes, assembly processes and installation techniques.
Theoretical and practical knowledge of accessibility standards.
Effective project management skills and ability to manage own work independently.
Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent) and ability to provide clear driver abstract

Nice To Haves

Experience designing exhibitions within the museum or cultural sector is a strong asset, given the specialized nature of the role.
Experience in project planning, including schedule and budget development, as well as proficiency in project coordination, is an asset.

Responsibilities

Leading the design and development of museum exhibits, galleries, interpretive products, and related visitor experiences from concept through implementation.
Translating interpretive plans, research, and content into creative, functional, and engaging exhibit designs, technical drawings, specifications, and production-ready plans.
Collaborating with curators, interpretive planners, graphic designers, media producers, exhibit technicians, contractors, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated, visitor-centered experiences that achieve project objectives.
Managing and coordinating exhibit design projects, balancing scope, budgets, schedules, resources, and competing priorities to ensure successful outcomes.
Providing design leadership during fabrication, installation, maintenance, and renewal projects, ensuring quality standards and design intent are achieved.
Designing a variety of interpretive and exhibit elements, including furniture, scenographic structures, interactive components, and other visitor-facing experiences.
Researching, evaluating, and implementing innovative design solutions to address complex challenges while enhancing accessibility, engagement, and visitor experience.
Driving accountability, continuous improvement, and excellence by taking ownership of project outcomes and supporting organizational goals that serve Albertans.