Exhibitions Producer / Preparator

Working/Functional Title Exhibitions Producer ### Position Summary The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University is seeking an experienced exhibitions professional to assist with the plan ning and execution of exhibitions. Will be responsible for coordinating work as necessary to craft excellent exhibitions. Contributes informat ion for the design of exhibitions, creating renderings and other design s as needed; responsible for preparing exhibition space for installatio n; installs and strikes permanent and changing exhibitions; mats and fr ames all artwork in the permanent collection according to archival stan dards for methods, materials, and proper presentation; monitors the mus eum gallery environment to assure temperature and relative humidity adhere to museum standards; interacts with HVAC professionals to maintain air handling system; establishes and maintains correct lighting in the galleries, following museum guidelines for exposure of objects to amoun t of foot candles and type of lamp; monitors and maintains the appearan ce of exhibition spaces; performs minor conservation treatments; prepar es art objects and crates for shipment and storage; fabricates mounts a nd exhibition components; provides preparation information to public as requested; provides technical lectures and demonstrations as requested ; oversees photo documentation of exhibitions in the galleries; oversee s and coordinates off-site storage for exhibition components; with regi strar, coordinates off-site storage for crates, climate control, and se curity of additional storage spaces for the collection. ### Minimum Requirements Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through completion of a four-year college degree program in studio art and/or museum studies program; five years of experience working as an exhibitions professional in a museum, gallery, or foundation; refined planning and project management skills, including time and cost estimations; excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to lead work teams; excellent communication skills both verbal and written; a solution s-oriented, creative problem solver and team player; ability to work with multiple, overlapping deadlines, identify priorities, organize work teams to ensure budgets are adhered to and project deadlines are met; demonstrated fine attention to detail and refined execution of work. ### Desired Qualifications Ability to create and read shop drawings; demonstrated competency wi th shop/studio facilities as well as knowledge of safety procedures rel ated to the handling of chemical solvents and adhesives; experience with fine carpentry, metal, and plastic fabrication techniques; knowledge of advanced AV installation; knowledge of design/rendering software and advanced printers; knowledge of AR/VR planning tools; ability to learn and adhere to accounting procedures for supply procurement; ability to work beyond normal schedule during periods of installation/strike as necessary. ### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. ### Required Application Materials Resume Cover Letter 3 professional references ### Work Hours 8:00am-5:00pm (may include some hours after 5:00pm and some weekends). ### Website https://broadmuseum.msu.edu/ ### Summary of Physical Demands Lifting and carrying objects 10-45 lbs. ### The Bidding Eligibility ends on 10/20/2026 at 11:55 PM