Exhibit Fabrication & Design Specialist

Kentucky Horse Park; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Museum of the Horse is seeking an Exhibition Specialist to fabricate and maintain museum exhibits and to collaborate with the Collections and Education teams on exhibit planning and design.

You will fabricate with hand and power tools, install lighting, mount panels, and maintain exhibit spaces. Strong knowledge of safety, ADA regulations, and object handling is required; occasional evening or weekend work may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree or vocational training preferred.
• Knowledge of museum standards, ADA regulations, and safety practices.
• Driver’s License. Proficiency with tools and equipment for fabricating and installing exhibits.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication with hand and power tools using wood, metal, acrylic, fabric, and foam.
• Fabricate exhibit structures, scenery, cases, mounts, and interactive educational materials.
• Print, mount, and install panels and signage.
• Maintain exhibit spaces, lighting, and related infrastructure.
• Inspect exhibits, manage costs, order materials, and track expenses.
• Adhere to museum missions and safety standards.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Audio-visual technologies

ADA regulations knowledge

Tool proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or vocational training preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Ladders

Measuring tools

Job description

The International Museum of the Horse is seeking an Exhibition Specialist to fabricate and maintain museum exhibits and to collaborate with the Collections and Education teams on exhibit planning and design.

You will fabricate with hand and power tools, install lighting, mount panels, and maintain exhibit spaces. Strong knowledge of safety, ADA regulations, and object handling is required; occasional evening or weekend work may be needed.