Exhibit Developer/Writer [National Aquarium, Baltimore, MD]

Description

The National Aquarium is currently seeking an Exhibit Developer/Writer to create engaging, personal, and memorable experiences that inspire the conservation of the world’s aquatic treasures. The Exhibit Developer leads the interpretive development of small and large temporary and permanent exhibits within a team process. The position will lead exhibit teams and Exhibit Steering Committee through the planning phases to establish the goals and stories for visitor experiences in the Aquarium. We are looking for experts in media of interpretive exhibits and determining best methods of engaging guests with conservation and conveying key messages. The position develops project scope, timelines and processes with the Director of Exhibit Planning and Design and the Exhibit Project Manager to continually improve the exhibit process.

Typical responsibilities include generating exhibit concepts and proposals, researching scientific and intellectual content, developing timeline and action plans, generating materials such as audio/visual scripts, visitor handouts, and exhibit labels, and soliciting audience input for use by the organization.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL AQUARIUM

Recently named one of Baltimore’s Best Places to Work, the National Aquarium opened in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1981 as a nonprofit aquatic education and conservation organization, the jewel of the city’s Inner Harbor redevelopment. With a mission to inspire conservation of the world’s aquatic treasures, it is considered one of the nation’s top three aquaria and has served more than 40 million guests since its opening.

Today, the Aquarium builds on a 30-year history of both local and global conservation initiatives to make a difference for species and ecosystems around the world. Through our National Aquarium Animal Rescue program, we directly engage in the rescue, care and rehabilitation of marine mammals and turtles. In addition, we participate in important research efforts to confront pressing ocean conservation issues, and in partnership with local, state and federal governments, to advocate for smarter policies. Whether through education, research, conservation action or advocacy, National Aquarium programs provide practical solutions for protecting marine life, our coasts and our oceans.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested and engaged applicants should apply through our website http://aqua.org/jobs. Requests for reasonable accommodation can be made by e-mailing HR@aqua.org.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a passionate, creative individual with the ability to develop large exhibit initiatives and attend to critical details. You should possess excellent communication skills; superior editorial, exhibit writing and exhibit development skills and experience; creativity, ability to work closely with exhibit designers; ability to work closely with writers; project planning, management and facilitation skills; knowledge of current learning theory; knowledge of exhibitry procedures; knowledge of museum audience evaluation and visitor behavior, familiarity with marine biology. Good team-building and team-participation skills; an MA degree in biology, museum studies or equivalent experience.
If you are passionate about inspiring conservation through the guest experience at our Aquarium and have an interest in joining a team in an innovative, conservation organization, please apply for this outstanding opportunity!