Head of Exhibition Fabrication & Mounts

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

15 days PTO + holidays

401k with company match

Free screenings and memberships

Job summary

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is seeking an Associate Director of Exhibition Fabrication in Los Angeles to lead fabrication, construction, and mounts for multiple exhibitions. You will supervise a team of staff and work with external fabricators and contractors to deliver high-quality components while ensuring safety, conservation, and design intent.

The role requires 10+ years in fabrication, 5+ years of supervision, and proficiency with CAD tools; vaccination is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in exhibition fabrication or related field.
• Strong supervisory or team leadership experience (5+ years).
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and multiple vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Exhibition Fabrication department across multiple concurrent exhibitions.
• Oversee fabrication, mounting, and installation of casework and components.
• Develop schedules, budgets, and resource plans from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with Exhibition Design, Curatorial, Conservation, and Facilities to meet standards.

Skills

Exhibition fabrication

Construction management

Leadership

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Vectorworks

Rhino

Job description

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is seeking an Associate Director of Exhibition Fabrication in Los Angeles to lead fabrication, construction, and mounts for multiple exhibitions. You will supervise a team of staff and work with external fabricators and contractors to deliver high-quality components while ensuring safety, conservation, and design intent.

The role requires 10+ years in fabrication, 5+ years of supervision, and proficiency with CAD tools; vaccination is required.