Director of Immersive Experiences

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wisconsin Historical Society in Madison seeks a Director of Experience Design to lead the Design Studio and craft audience-centered experiences across twelve historic sites. You will keep projects on schedule and on budget while coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and community partners.

Based in the WHS History Center, you will guide a diverse portfolio—from temporary galleries to traveling exhibits—balancing creative vision with feasibility and institutional goals.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and installing major attraction experiences.
• Ability to create 3D spatial renders and shop drawings for contractors.
• Experience budgeting and following design processes and policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Experience Design Studio to deliver audience-centered experiences.
• Coordinate with partners inside and outside the agency to keep projects on schedule and budget.
• Oversee collaboration with multiple teams, contractors, and communities.

Skills

Team collaboration

Budget management

Vendor management

Tools

Design software

Job description

The Wisconsin Historical Society in Madison seeks a Director of Experience Design to lead the Design Studio and craft audience-centered experiences across twelve historic sites. You will keep projects on schedule and on budget while coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and community partners.

Based in the WHS History Center, you will guide a diverse portfolio—from temporary galleries to traveling exhibits—balancing creative vision with feasibility and institutional goals.