Production Coordinator

Museum Hue; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Production Coordinator to create engaging public programming that highlights the history of invention and innovation. This full-time role involves planning and executing events, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring successful program delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and a passion for connecting with audiences through educational initiatives. Join a team dedicated to enriching public understanding and appreciation of American history through innovative programming and outreach efforts. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the museum sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits

Promotion Potential

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in public programming or event coordination.
• Ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and assess public programs linking the museum to various audiences.
• Coordinate logistical details for in-person and online events.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Knowledge of American History

Event Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Online Ticketing Systems

Video Conferencing Platforms

Audio/Visual Support

Job description

This position is located in the Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation, Division of Public History, National Museum of American History (NMAH), Smithsonian Institution (SI). The Lemelson Center’s mission is to promote public understanding of the history and role of invention and innovation in society.

The Production Coordinator produces creative public programming related to the historical and contemporary practice of invention and innovation to attract, educate, and enrich the museum’s audiences. The Production Coordinator plans and coordinates logistical details, works with program partners and stakeholders, and produces content for in-person events and online programming for the museum website, social media outlets, and other outreach platforms.

This position requires occasional work on evenings, weekends, and holidays in accordance with Smithsonian Institution policy. This position may also require some travel to cities within the U.S.

In this position, the Production Coordinator:

· Develops, organizes, conducts, and assesses the effectiveness of public programs that support the museum’s interpretive initiatives to provide an important link between the museum and visitors, inventors, policy makers, artists, scholars, community organizations, and the public.

· Ensures the successful execution of programs (e.g. festivals, concerts, film screenings, panel discussions) to complement and extend the reach of museum exhibits and collections.

· Collaborates with internal and external partners in program segment planning, production of full-scale programs of varying complexity, and program execution.

· Communicates effectively with a wide range of museum visitors and stakeholders.

· Ensures that all administrative and logistical arrangements are carefully organized, and that program segment objectives are met through adequate research and planning.

· Creates schedules and production timelines and recommends work assignments to drive the planning and execution of public program segments that require multiple projects to be planned and executed simultaneously.

· Works closely with program team to establish and coordinate production schedules and ensure that all program and administrative staff, plus external contractors and partners are aware and mindful of these deadlines to manage the workflow required for projects.

· Tracks established budgets and procurement activities, working closely with NMAH and SI administrative staff to meet program objectives.

The best qualified candidates will have…

· 1 to 3 years minimum related experience.

· A 4-year bachelor’s degree in any field of study (preferred, but not required).

· Skills in the principles of project management (e.g. scheduling, budgeting, coordination).

· The ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including program participants (e.g. inventors, artists, scholars); collaborators and program partners (e.g. community organizations, donors, vendors, Smithsonian staff and volunteers), and a wide range of audiences (e.g. kids and families, adult museum visitors, scholars).

· Knowledge of technology relevant to museum program production, such as online ticketing systems; video and teleconferencing platforms; public address, music, and speech amplification systems; audio/visual support; audio and video accessibility systems (e.g. captioning); and online calendars and advertising platforms.

· Knowledge of American history, museum studies, museum education, cognitive learning theories, outcomes-based planning, participatory learning techniques and other related expertise necessary to develop educational public programming for a variety of audiences.

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), indefinite, Trust (non-Federal) position at pay grade IS-9. The starting salary is $69,923 annually with excellent benefits. This position has promotion potential to the IS-11 grade level.

To Be Considered:

Please submit your résumé and a cover letter that describes how your skill set and background aligns with the requirements and opportunities of the position.

Applications must be received by May 20, 2025. For more information and to apply, visit this link: https://trustcareers.si.edu/postings/d8c2e783-1282-4578-96e7-6cc009bc7024

If you have further questions, please send your inquiries to: [e-mail].

The Smithsonian Institution provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. To learn more, please review the Smithsonian’s Accommodation Procedures.

The Smithsonian Institution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a workforce comprising a variety of educational, cultural, and experiential backgrounds support and enhance our daily work life and contribute to the richness of our exhibitions and programs. See Smithsonian EEO program information: https://www.si.edu/oeesd.

Conditions of Employment:

· Pass a pre-employment background investigation.

· Maintain a bank account for direct deposit/electronic funds transfer of salary payment.

· The position is open to all candidates eligible to work in the United States. Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. is not required to apply.

About the Smithsonian Institution

Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research facilities. There are 6,000 Smithsonian employees, including approximately 500 scientists. The total number of objects, works of art, and specimens at the Smithsonian is estimated at nearly 137 million.