Exhibitions Production Supervisor

Field Museum
Chicago, IL
Category Design
Job Description
Role Overview

The Exhibitions Production Supervisor is an integral part of a project team, providing leadership for aspects of production division issues and responsibilities. They collaborate with design and development, and may engage in direct production activities as needed. The supervisor works as part of the core project team, department managers, designers, and developers to produce budgets and schedules. They attend and may initiate project planning and track meetings.

What You Will Do

Manages all aspects of production on projects assigned, works as part of the core project team, and provides direct supervision and training to the production crew. Participates in long and short-range department planning and policies, and may engage in direct production activities as needed.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience, museum experience, and proficiency with shop tools, equipment, and carpentry techniques. They must have an integrated understanding of the work activities of the department and a minimum of three years of experience in areas such as mount-making, carpentry, specialized fabrication techniques, replication, and structural knowledge.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience
  • Museum experience
  • Proficiency with shop tools, equipment, and carpentry techniques
  • Integrated understanding of the work activities of the department
  • Minimum of three years of experience in areas such as mount-making, carpentry, specialized fabrication techniques, replication, and structural knowledge

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Financial Security
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Exclusive Perks
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