Remote Exhibit Designer
Description
Remote Exhibit Designer
Join Us in Shaping Immersive Design Experiences
Are you a creative visionary passionate about shaping physical and digital spaces into compelling stories? Do you have a firm grasp of spatial design principles and the ambition to leave a lasting mark in the world of remote design? If you're ready to design meaningful, interactive exhibits that inspire global audiences, this opportunity will excite and challenge you. We're seeking a Remote Exhibit Designer who brings not only design expertise but also a spirit of innovation, empathy, and collaborative energy to a dynamic team, driving excellence in interpretive and environmental storytelling.
With an annual salary of $78,817, this remote role provides the ideal balance of autonomy and creative collaboration. You'll work closely with project managers, curators, digital strategists, and fabricators to bring cultural, scientific, and educational stories to life in both physical and virtual environments. This is your chance to impact how ideas are seen, felt, and remembered by people around the world.
Key Responsibilities That Define the Role
Designing Impactful Exhibit Experiences
- Develop spatial concepts and creative designs that integrate interpretive strategies with visual storytelling.
- Create floor plans, elevations, renderings, and 3D models for exhibitions ranging from museum galleries to immersive virtual walkthroughs.
- Balance aesthetics, accessibility, and audience engagement with practical spatial requirements.
Collaborative Project Execution
- Work in tandem with multidisciplinary teams including content strategists, multimedia developers, and production specialists.
- Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions that refine exhibit narratives and visitor flow.
- Translate conceptual sketches into detailed design documents for production and installation.
Remote Workflow and Communication
- Maintain clear, proactive communication with internal stakeholders and external vendors using digital tools.
- Manage design tasks and revisions efficiently in remote work environments with minimal supervision.
- Participate in regular virtual meetings to review timelines, creative goals, and feedback cycles.
Material and Technology Integration
- Recommend sustainable materials and fabrication techniques that align with design goals and project budgets.
- Coordinate the integration of lighting, sound, and interactive media into spatial designs.
- Leverage design software to simulate user experience and present spatial walkthroughs to clients.
The Environment You'll Thrive In
Our design team is agile, collaborative, and mission-driven. While the role is remote, you'll feel closely connected through our well-established digital infrastructure, including project management platforms, virtual design studios, and peer feedback sessions. You'll work within a culture that values design integrity, professional growth, and cross-functional learning.
We offer the creative freedom to experiment, iterate, and explore new storytelling approaches across a diverse range of projects. Whether developing museum installations, corporate visitor centers, or educational exhibit design concepts, you'll consistently be challenged to think across disciplines and design for impact.
Tools and Technologies You Will Use
As a Remote Exhibit Designer, you'll have access to industry-leading digital design platforms to bring your ideas to life. Common tools include:
- AutoCAD and Revit for drafting and technical detailing
- Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) for visual storytelling and concept presentations
- SketchUp and Rhino for spatial modeling and renderings
- Collaboration tools such as Miro, Slack, and Asana to streamline remote workflows
- VR walkthrough applications for immersive prototyping
Your role will not only require proficiency in these tools but also the ability to adapt and integrate emerging design technologies to enhance audience interaction.
Expertise and Attributes We Value
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Exhibit Design, Interior Architecture, Industrial Design, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in spatial or environmental design
- Proven ability to develop engaging, narrative-driven spaces
- Strong visual communication skills, including proficiency in rendering and layout software
- Ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously in a remote setting
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in a museum, cultural institution, or interpretive design projects
- Familiarity with ADA guidelines and principles of universal design
- Background in sustainable design practices and eco-conscious material use
- Excellent time management and adaptability in fast-paced, collaborative teams
- Comfort working in diverse and inclusive creative environments
Growth, Leadership, and Career Development
This role offers more than a title—it provides a pathway. You'll be empowered to take creative ownership of high-visibility projects, mentor junior designers, and propose innovative exhibit concepts that stretch conventional norms. With each successful installation or virtual rollout, you'll build a legacy that contributes meaningfully to educational engagement and cultural discourse.
We actively support career development through continuing education opportunities, attendance at global design symposiums, and cross-functional mentorship programs. We believe in nurturing the next generation of design leaders, and this role is structured to evolve with your strengths and ambitions.
How This Role Drives Long-Term Mission Success
Exhibit design is more than visuals—it's a vehicle for understanding. By curating spatial experiences that inform, delight, and challenge perspectives, you'll directly contribute to a mission centered on education, inclusivity, and global engagement. Your work will impact how history is remembered, how science is experienced, and how culture is shared across borders. You won't just design exhibits—you'll help shape how stories are told and understood for generations to come.
Take the Next Step in Your Design Journey
If you're ready to take your design career to new heights and leave your creative signature on spaces that inform and inspire, we want to hear from you. Join a team where your ideas are celebrated, your skills are sharpened, and your career trajectory is supported.
Apply today to shape the next generation of immersive exhibits—from anywhere in the world.