Exhibition Designer — Parkes, South Canberra
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The National Gallery is seeking two roles as Exhibition Designers to join our dynamic team of Exhibition Designers within the Creative Studio team. Working in the Creative Studio team, the roles provide exhibition design and project management support for temporary exhibitions, collection displays, touring exhibitions, the Sharing the National Collection initiative, and other brand and strategic initiatives. You will work with internal teams including curatorial, conservation, exhibitions and marketing and externally with artists, contractors and suppliers to deliver high quality project outcomes. This role contributes to departmental management of exhibition furniture including logistics and record keeping as well as procurement of design related services. The Creative Studio team is part of the Marketing, Communications and Visitor Experience portfolio who work to attract and engage diverse audiences, grow earned revenue to support the Gallery's work, position the brand, and create inspiring and memorable experiences for everyone who visits. This Exhibition Designer reports to the Senior Exhibition Designer. These positions are full-time, non-ongoing employment opportunities for 12 month periods with potential to become on-going. The key duties of the position include In accordance with the APS 4 work level standards, and reporting to the Senior Exhibition Designer, you will have the following responsibilities: Exhibition design from concept to completion, in collaboration with curators, conservators and exhibition staff to ensure the safe display of art within public settings Support procurement and management of external contractor and consultant services, undertaking tasks associated with exhibition design and production. With limited guidance, oversee the operation of specific exhibition projects and monitor and report on project gateways to achieve the sections strategic objectives and deadlines. Participate as an active and collaborative member of Exhibition Project teams, contributing to project planning and providing updates and advice in relation to exhibition design. Liaise and negotiate with external contractors, consultants, exhibiting artists, designers and staff to ensure exhibitions program design requirements are met. Responsibly manage risk and resources, including managing project budgets, negotiating for resources and monitoring expenditure. Other duties as required commensurate with your skills and abilities.

Applications close Sunday, 27 July 2025
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