Exhibit Developer [National Zoological Park, Smithsonian Institution]

National Zoo is seeking an exhibit developer to join our interpretive team for its capital renovation project at the Bird House. Titled “Experience Migration,” we will tell the story that “bird migration is more than just going south for the winter,” with engaging, personal and memorable experiences for visitors, including walk-through aviaries, hundreds of birds, multisensory media, and Smithsonian scientist-activated learning spaces. The project is currently in early design development.

The Exhibit Developer will be part of the Zoo’s Bird House Interpretive Team that plans, develops, and facilitates design exploration (with contract designers) and assists with visitor evaluation for the installation and production of exhibits as part of the Bird House renovation. Duties include (but are not limited to): manage information gathering; research and develop exhibit content; write outlines and scripts; manage ancillary material gathering, availability and readiness (photos, graphics, maps, illustrations) to enhance storyline; manage information and ancillary material gathering for content development of exhibit features (e.g., flat graphics, interactives, audio-visuals, computer activities, models, murals, illustrations, digital graphics, mobile media).

Best candidates should have skills in content research, image sourcing, zoo/museum exhibition or educational writing, and audience advocacy. Candidate should be adept at working with a diverse planning team that may include curators, scientists, educators, and animal care staff within the framework of a larger exhibit development team. Familiarity with zoology, especially avian migration would be helpful, but is not essential. Spanish fluency not required but desirable. Candidates should be able to come for an interview in Washington DC at their own expense.

This is a one-year non-federal trust position, IS-9, that is renewable pending funds. Moving expenses will not be covered. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible. Please submit resume and writing samples.

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Contact Person: Judy Tasse
Email Address: tassej@si.edu