Exhibition Preparator [Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI]

Description

The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is an integral part of the College of Literature, Science and the Arts (LSA), which supports teaching and research on Classical, Egyptian, and Near Eastern archaeology through stewardship of its rich collections, an active exhibitions program, and sponsorship of ongoing field research.  As an exhibit museum at a public university, the Kelsey Museum also embraces a vigorous public outreach mission, engaging with local residents and visitors of all ages, from kindergarten through retirement.  The Museum receives approximately 25,000 visitors annually.  Since the 1970’s, the display of the highlights of the permanent collection has been augmented by a regular program of special exhibitions, designed to illuminate certain aspects of the collection or to investigate particular themes.  The Kelsey also hosts traveling exhibitions from other museums.  There are currently three special exhibitions annually with additional curated highlights on and off site.

The Exhibition Preparator will work under the direct supervision of the Exhibitions Coordinator and assist in all aspects of the planning, production, installation, and maintenance of exhibitions at the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology. The Museum is especially interested in a person with proven skills in graphic design and in interactive museum technologies, who will work with the Exhibition Coordinator and the Museum Curators on the design and installation of interactive components of the gallery displays, and on online exhibitions and social media tools.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in History, Art, or a related field.
• Three or more years experience working in a museum environment.
• Experience with the design and layout of exhibitions.
• Experience with the design and implementation of technological aspects of museum displays, including but not limited to interactive maps and content displays, video, podcasts, social media communication, and website design for online exhibitions.
• Experience with art handling, art storage, and the installation of a variety of media, using accepted museum standards and practices.
• Knowledge and skill in fabrication and in the use and care of hand and power tools.

• Background Screening

  The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

  U-M EEO/AA Statement

  The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.