Director of Exhibition Planning and Design

1 day ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Philadelphia Museum of Art Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Exhibition Planning and Design to oversee the effective planning and execution of all temporary exhibitions and installations at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. This is a full-time, exempt position that reports to the Chief Curator.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the exhibition budget for exhibition and installations, as well as all aspects of the planning and design process to ensure the successful execution of all temporary exhibitions and gallery installations at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
  • Partner with executive staff and the Office of the Chief Curator on long-term planning for the exhibition and installation program.
  • Develop and maintain the detailed exhibition and installation calendar with the Associate Director of Exhibition Planning.
  • Collaborate with the Office of the Chief Curator to develop exhibitions and commissions to be presented at the museum.
  • Oversee all stages of planning and implementation for installations and exhibitions and assigned; ensure smooth and effective execution of these exhibitions (e.g. on time and within budget).
  • Organize and lead exhibition and installation planning and implementation meetings with appropriate staff; facilitate communication between all parties involved in exhibition planning and implementation and provide leadership to resolve conflicts.
  • Manage the staff of Exhibition Planning, Exhibition Design, and Installations and Packing in support of exhibitions and installations.
  • Work closely with the budget manager and finance team to develop exhibition expense projections for exhibitions and installations; track and manage the annual exhibition budget.
  • Review all invoices related to assigned exhibitions with departmental staff and ensure invoicing of participation fees is processed in accordance with the contract schedule.
  • Work with the legal department to develop contracts and conduct negotiations with exhibition partners; ensure all contractual obligations are met.
  • Provide strategic direction and oversee the work of the Exhibition Designers to ensure projects remain on timelines and within budgets.
  • Oversee other museum needs and initiatives, as needed; recent examples include coordinating capital improvements with the exhibition schedule and broad range of capital planning budgets.
Requirements
  • 8-10 or more years of experience working in Exhibitions area for a museum, gallery, or foundation.
  • Experience developing and managing budgets in excess of $3,000,000.
  • Experience negotiating and managing contracts and legal agreements.
  • Experience managing others effectively and working collaboratively in team settings.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational ability.
  • Willingness to travel, as needed.
  • Degree in art history / museum management preferred.
What We Offer

The Philadelphia Museum of Art offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance. We also offer a retirement savings program with museum match, paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays.

Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors, including the employee's regular schedule and tenure.

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