Exhibit Developer (Natural History Specialty)
Split Rock Studios, Saint Paul, MN
Split Rock Studios, an exhibit design/build firm in the Twin Cities, is looking for an
experienced and creative exhibit developer/interpretive writer with a strong natural history
background to join our team. SRS specializes in creating high-quality natural and cultural
history exhibitions for museums, parks, and visitor centers across the country.
As the main advocate for the visitor experience, the exhibit developer must be able to
communicate persuasively and work collaboratively with a wide variety of team members.
The candidate will be familiar with the latest literature related to informal learning,
principles of interpretation, and museum exhibition development. S/he must be highly
organized, efficient, and flexible through all phases of multiple projects. We want someone
who can dream big—but who can also get the job done!
Key Responsibilities
A broad range of skills is required for this position, including:
• Facilitating meetings with clients and stakeholders to develop interpretive themes,
objective, and storylines.
• Rapidly assimilating knowledge on a broad range of topics.
• Brainstorming and developing exhibit ideas and high- and low-tech interactives to
fulfill interpretive goals and fit within the project budget.
• Producing written materials including: themes, goals, and objectives; visitor
experience conceptual narratives; content outlines; exhibit component descriptions;
audiovisual and interactive descriptions; and interpretive label copy.
• Maintaining and tracking exhibit scripts and artifact and image matrices.
• Photo sourcing and acquisition.
• Proofreading and editing copy accurately, displaying a thorough knowledge of
grammar.
• Preparing and making client presentations and occasional sales calls.
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in natural history, environmental
education, or science—and will possess a demonstrated excitement for working with
nature centers and parks. This position requires an appropriate bachelor’s degree (master’s
preferred) and a minimum of two years of experience developing interpretive exhibits.
Interpretive master planning experience and NAI certification is a plus.
Please provide a cover letter, resume, and interpretive writing samples to
info@splitrockstudios.com with the subject line Exhibit Developer. No phone calls, please.
Split Rock Studios is an equal opportunity employer seeking diversity in our personnel.
Compensation commensurate with experience and salary history.
Closing date: March 25, 2016