Exhibit Designer

The Strong National Museum of Play; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY is seeking an Exhibit Designer to translate concepts into immersive exhibit spaces on the museum floor. You will focus on spatial planning, 3D/2D rendering, prototyping, and close collaboration with developers, fabricators, and technology specialists to deliver high-quality exhibits on schedule.

Applicants should have a background in Exhibition Design or related fields, with strong rendering skills and hands-on experience with materials and

Qualifications

• Background in Exhibition Design or related field.
• Strong 2D/3D visual communication and rendering skills.
• Hands-on materials, fabrication, and accessibility knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design world-class exhibit galleries, interactive environments and artifact displays.
• Collaborate with developers, fabricators and technology specialists to bring concepts to life.
• Create spatial planning, 3D/2D renderings, and prototypes within defined timelines.

Skills

Spatial & Design

2D/3D rendering

Collaborative

Tools

CAD renderings

Job description

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Exhibit Designer

Exhibits Regular Full-Time Professional Rochester, NY, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1372

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $62,000.00 Annually

Shape the Future of Play: Exhibit Designer

At The Strong, we believe play has the power to inspire, educate, and connect people of all ages. Behind our world-renowned exhibits and the world's most comprehensive collection of toys, games, and play history is a passionate, collaborative team—and an exceptional opportunity for a creative, forward-thinking design professional.

We are seeking an Museum Exhibit Designer to serve as a key visual and spatial storyteller, taking concepts from paper to tangible, immersive exhibit spaces on our museum floor.

Why This Role?

You won't just build spaces—you’ll create unforgettable experiences. You will step into a dynamic environment where you design world-class physical exhibit galleries, interactive environments, and artifact displays. Working on-site in Rochester, NY, your focus will be on spatial planning, 3D/2D rendering, prototyping, and collaborating closely with developers, fabricators, and technology specialists to bring the future of play to life within defined timelines and schedules.

What You Bring:

• Spatial & Design Expertise: A background in Exhibition Design, Interior Architecture, Industrial Design, or a related field, along with strong 2D/3D visual communication and rendering skills.
• Portfolio of Process & Physical Build: A compelling portfolio showcasing your iterative design process—from sketches and CAD renderings to finished, physical 3D spaces or interactive builds.
• Execution & Collaborative Mindset: Outstanding time management, project planning, and visual communication abilities, coupled with a hands-on understanding of materials, fabrication, and accessibility.

If you are a creative problem-solver eager to bring immersive worlds of play to life, we’d love to connect!

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Exhibit Designer Position Description.pdf