Head, Exhibitions Design

The Head, Exhibitions Design should possess a finely tuned sensitivity to the creation and extension of the aesthetic experience in exhibition-making and design production. The incumbent will work jointly with the museum curators and exhibitions team, to develop, execute and maintain high standards in the aesthetic aspects of exhibition-making.

Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and actualize exhibition presentation and related aesthetic production
• Plan, manage and orchestrate the entire work flow for exhibition design and production (be it for permanent galleries, changing exhibitions or temporary site specific installations)
• Coordinate and facilitate the aesthetic aspects of exhibition-making related to marketing, merchandising, education and public programmes
• Oversee and execute other logistical and administrative aspects such as:
  • Preparing the exhibition design proposal (i.e., 3d walk-through, visualizations, marquette, etc), and execution schedule with relevant curators and external suppliers and services
  • Monitoring and maintaining the overall design and execution process and work schedule
  • Overseeing exhibition design and fabrication
  • Working with relevant the exhibitions team on artwork management services and design installation
  • Working with relevant exhibitions team on exhibition lighting and audio-visual requirements
  • Monitoring and assessing performance of external exhibition-related vendors
  • Respond to feedback for exhibitions (aesthetic aspects)
  • Any other aspects of exhibition work relating to overall presentation
• Mentor and supervise junior colleagues/external service providers in the planning and execution of exhibitions and exhibition-related products
• Handle ad-hoc assignments related to aesthetic requirements as and when required

Job Requirements

• Candidate should have a good bachelor’s degree, with at least 5-10 years of experience in the field of visual art
• Ability to read technical drawings (such as mechanical and electrical, audio visual and information technology works) and experience in managing contractors and consultants will be advantageous
• Excellent interpersonal and project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to lead others as well as work as a team
• Ability to pay attention to detail and handle paperwork efficiently
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Keen interest in the arts, heritage and museum field

Salary and Position Offered will commensurate with work experience

Please send your application to hr@singaporeartmuseum.sg. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.

For more information please visit: https://www.singaporeartmuseum.sg/joinus/working_at_sam.html

Singapore Art Museum
71 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189555.
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