Museum Exhibition and Planning Specialist / World-Class Art Destination

BLR World; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global cultural institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Museum Exhibition and Planning Specialist to conceptualize and execute engaging museum exhibitions. The role involves collaboration with curators and designers, ensuring exhibitions are educational and accessible. Candidates should possess at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with strong project management and communication skills. This position provides an opportunity to influence the cultural landscape of the UAE through innovative exhibition planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in museum exhibition planning or related areas.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Understanding of museum standards for accessibility, conservation, and visitor experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the planning of museum exhibitions from concept to completion.
• Conduct post-exhibition evaluations and gather feedback for future improvement.
• Collaborate with curators, educators, and external partners to develop exhibition content.

Skills

Project management

Exhibition design software proficiency

Communication skills

Creative problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Museum Studies, Art History, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Client

Our client is a landmark cultural institution located in Abu Dhabi, dedicated to showcasing modern and contemporary art from across the world, with a special focus on narratives from West Asia, North Africa, and South Asia. Designed to be a global platform for artistic dialogue, it brings together visionary architecture, ambitious curatorial programming, and community engagement to inspire new ways of thinking. This institution is part of Abu Dhabi's broader mission to cultivate a dynamic cultural landscape and strengthen the emirates role as a leading hub for arts and creativity.

Job Purpose

The Museum Exhibition and Planning Specialist is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and executing engaging museum exhibitions. This role involves collaborating with curators, educators, designers, and other stakeholders to develop exhibition themes, layouts, and interpretive materials. The specialist ensures that exhibitions are educational, accessible, and in alignment with the museums mission and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the planning, development, and installation of museum exhibitions from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with curators, educators, conservators, and external partners to develop exhibition content and themes.
• Coordinate logistics for exhibition design, including layout, lighting, display cases, and multimedia components.
• Oversee the creation of interpretive materials such as labels, wall texts, catalogs, and digital content.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans for exhibition projects.
• Ensure compliance with museum standards for safety, accessibility, and conservation.
• Supervise installation teams and contractors during exhibition setup and takedown.
• Conduct post-exhibition evaluations and gather feedback for future improvement.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in exhibition design, museum education, and visitor engagement.
• Assist with grant writing and reporting for exhibition-related funding.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Museum Studies, Art History, Exhibition Design, or related field;
• Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in museum exhibition planning or related areas.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Proficiency in exhibition design software and digital tools (e.g., SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of museum standards for accessibility, conservation, and visitor experience.
• Creative problem-solving and organizational abilities.