Senior Experience Designer — Museum Exhibits & Programs

Science Museum of Minnesota; Minnesota; On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Science Museum of Minnesota is seeking an Experience Developer to join the Exhibits team as an occasional employee. You will lead development for exhibit projects, collaborate with project partners, and mentor junior developers while managing budgets and timelines.

The role involves creating engaging, accessible visitor experiences on site and online, coordinating with translators, and ensuring high-quality content aligned with museum standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years relevant experience in team-based product or experience development
• Experience in translating concepts into engaging visitor experiences for museum audiences
• Strong editing and proofreading skills for display graphics and copy

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead developer for exhibit and experience projects with clear vision and direction
• Organize and lead project team meetings with internal teams and external clients
• Assist in creation of budgets, timelines and staffing for projects while staying within budget
• Maintain positive relationships with external clients and ensure high-quality deliverables
• Generate ideas for authentic physical and digital experiences accessible onsite or online
• Lead prototype testing and gather visitor feedback for improvements
• Support grant proposals and promotional materials as needed
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate work with managers and stakeholders
• Document progress and manage project duties from conception to completion

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Mentoring

Client communication

Jira

Google Workspace

Tools

Jira

Google Workspace

Job description

Science Museum of Minnesota is seeking an Experience Developer to join the Exhibits team as an occasional employee. You will lead development for exhibit projects, collaborate with project partners, and mentor junior developers while managing budgets and timelines.

The role involves creating engaging, accessible visitor experiences on site and online, coordinating with translators, and ensuring high-quality content aligned with museum standards.