3D Exhibitions Designer (Fixed Term 3-years)

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and driven designer is sought to join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing history. As a 3D Exhibitions Designer, you will play a crucial role in creating engaging and immersive exhibitions that captivate audiences. Collaborating with a talented design team, you will transform concepts into stunning 3D designs, ensuring that every project meets the highest standards of creativity and quality. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects across multiple branches, contributing to the museum's mission of inspiring and educating the public. If you are passionate about design and eager to make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in 3D design for exhibitions and displays.
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality 3D designs for exhibitions and displays.
• Manage all exhibition 3D design elements, ensuring high standards.

Skills

3D Design

Project Management

Creative Interpretation

Construction Drawing

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Design or Related Field

Tools

CAD Software

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

IWM is seeking an innovative and driven designer with experience in museum exhibitions and displays.

The 3D Exhibitions Designer is responsible for providing spatial design support to all five IWM branches delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget. Projects can include museum exhibitions, gallery updates, furniture design or any maintenance/improvements needed. You will be part of the Design team at IWM, collaborating with the Head of Design, Senior 3D Designer, Graphic Designers, Studio Manager and other colleagues and departments across IWM as required to ensure all tasks and objectives are met. You will also work with the internal workshop and external contractors to ensure that everything you design is
built and installed to a high standard.

Your duties will include:

Design

1. Supporting IWM’s vibrant public programme by developing initial concepts through to high-quality detailed 3D design for a range of exhibitions from art gallery displays to major exhibitions. This work should demonstrate creative flair, a thorough understanding of issues relating to 3D (and 2D) designwithin museums, as well as a sensitivity to IWM’s purpose and objectives. The post holder will help provide creative interpretation of exhibition content that effectively communicates key narratives.
2. Working closely with the Exhibition teams on the development and production of temporary and permanent exhibitions, advising on construction and installation methods, exploring new and suitable materials and finding cost effective solutions for projects. This will include providing conceptvisuals, detailed construction drawings, and showcase layouts.
3. Producing creative and effective 3D design solutions for other museum related projects that can include spatial design, design of exhibit furniture including showcases and internal components and maintenance updates including planning for object moves and changing AV equipment.
4. Liaising closely with any external 2D designer to ensure that all graphic design integrates with the 3D designs.
5. Presenting creative ideas concisely and accurately both orally and in writing to internal and external partners.
6. Advising on the selection of the most appropriate production method for each project in consultation with project managers and external contractors and keep up to date with new developments in production.
7. Advising on design projects commissioned by IWM which are being produced by external designers/design companies.
8. Ensuring that all design follows IWM brand guidelines and offering advice to other teams on how designs can conform to house-style guidelines.
9. Keeping other members of the department up to date with the latest developments in the design industry particularly in the area of 3D design.
10. Working with the Design department processes and keeping the Senior 3D Designer and Head of Design up to date with progress on projects as needed to ensure that their input is incorporated.

Project management

1. Agreeing work programmes and budgets with the relevant Exhibitions Manager or Project Lead.
2. Managing all exhibition 3D design elements, whilst maintaining good working relationships with colleagues, consultants, and contractors, ensuring that work is competed to a high standard, on timeand within budget. Attend site and production meetings.
3. Producing written specifications for build purposes in consultation with the Exhibition Manager orProject Lead as well as the Senior 3D Designer.
4. Obtaining quotes as required, complying with IWM’s procurement and financial regulations forpurchasing in consultation with the Exhibitions Manager or Project Lead.
5. Maintaining all records and files relating to design work for each project, completing risk assessments as required.
6. Ensuring all 3D designs comply with H&S legislation, DDA, Building Control requirements where applicable. Produce risk assessments as and when required.
7. Ensuring that all work complies with the IWM’s policies and procedures for broadening access, inclusion and diversity, health and safety, conservation and security.

Other duties

1. Answering internal enquiries and performing general administrative duties.
2. Helping to develop skills of members of the team and maintain positive working relationships.
3. Attending team visits to other museums and exhibitions as well staying updated on best practice.

Special requirements

This post will involve working unsocial hours in the evenings and at weekends, particularly in the run up to an exhibition opening. Compensation will be made in the form of time off in lieu. The post will also
involve visits to any of the five branches including Duxford and Manchester as needed.

Application

Applications must be made via Jobs | Imperial War Museums and you should include a web link to your portfolio or examples of relevant workin the personal statement section of the application form. If you are unable to include a web link you should submit your portfolio of relevant work via the button below and clearly state ‘3D Exhibitions Designer’ in the email subject.

For a full list of duties and the person specification (which your application will be marked against) please view the Job Description on the IWM Jobs Website.