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JOB OBJECTIVE: Perform highly complex (senior-level) exhibit and interpretive design, research work, and multi-media design, and provide consultative services and technical assistance to Texas Historical Commission (THC) program staff. Work involves concept creation and interpretive physical and multi-media design for broad aspects of the THC Historic Sites Division (HSD) on assigned projects, reviewing existing plans, exhibits, and information; assisting in the development of priorities and budgets; working with exhibit fabrication firms, multi-media firms, and other consultants in project management to oversee the design and fabrication of in-house designed projects and assigned projects contracted to outside exhibit firms, to include assistance in solicitations, vendor firm selection, contracting, contract and project management, closeout, and warranty issues; review all assigned HSD interpretive installations for accuracy and design as part of a team to assess overall visitor experience. Work under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Work under the direction of the THC Historic Sites Division Chief Interpretive Specialist. Work with Interpretation Leadership to identify strategies for exceptional active engagement experiences accessible to various ages and abilities. Develop innovative history exhibits, interpretive installations, and multi-media interactives that feature dynamic storytelling, clean design, and creative use of artifacts and archives. Develop creative concepts for exhibits, considering the theme, target audience, and educational goals and envisioning the overall layout and flow of the exhibit. Exhibit planning and physical design in collaboration with Historic Sites Division team members in the main office and field locations. Create the spatial layout of exhibits on assigned projects; determine the placement of display cases, interactive elements, and other exhibits to create an engaging and cohesive visitor experience. Creation of virtual 3-D models as necessary, considering lighting, color schemes, and materials to enhance the visual appeal. Creation of active engagement interpretive exhibit experiences and media that create exhibits to engage broad communities. Collaborate with professionals on assigned projects, including curators, graphic designers, architects, and multimedia specialists. They coordinate efforts to ensure all exhibition elements align with the overall vision. Develop RFPs or other procurement documents to secure qualified exhibit/interpretive media fabrication and installation in coordination with HSD staff and additional THC staff as appropriate. Provide oversight on the fabrication and installation of assigned exhibits, ensuring everything is installed according to the design plans and project goals. Assist in developing priorities for exhibit and interpretive media development. Manage multiple projects concurrently as assigned, maintain and meet deadlines, prioritize, and multitask. Generate timelines and developmental and fabrication deliverables on assigned projects. Review and maintenance of all assigned project documentation and files. Assist sites in trouble-shooting multi-media and technological exhibit elements across THC Historic Sites, facilitating repair or specifications for replacement. Generate project reports and updates as required. Ability to support the development of and manage simple budgets. Anticipate the needs of division and agency management. Assist senior interpretive staff in developing site-specific exhibit plans as required. Participa e in developing HSD plans, goals, and objectives under the supervision of the Historic Sites Division Interpretive Specialist. Adhere to an established work schedule with regular attendance. Follow all THC safety guidelines/procedures and ethics requirements. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: (The application must specifically state how each of the following qualifications are met): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Exhibition Design, Museum Studies, Interior Design, Architecture, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, Anthropology, Technology Design and Management, or a related discipline; Minimum three years of work experience in a professional museum or historic site and/or paraprofessional museum work in exhibit design and specification; Experience with physical exhibit design and multi-media elements for various venues; Experience with the development of exhibit layouts and designs and multi-media interactive elements of the exhibit; Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), 3D modeling software (such as SketchUp or Rhino), and multimedia editing tools; Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and ability to drive a state vehicle; and Required to travel up to 30% of the work period. PREFER: Master's degree in Exhibition Design, Museum Studies, Interior Design, Architecture, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, Anthropology, Technology Design and Management, or a related discipline; Experience with comprehensive design processes from conceptual and schematic design through development and fabrication oversight; Experience with vendor solicitations, selection, and contract and project management; High level of fluency with MS Office; proficiency with Adobe CS Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Google Drive/Docs, and social media tools. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of exhibit design and fabrication techniques and current museum design materials; Knowledge of the design process to deliver complex project specifications for fabrication/installation; Knowledge of current interpretation theory and methodologies for exhibits and related interpretive materials, including multi-media and electronic interpretive products; Knowledge of the design and specification of both high-tech and low-tech interactive exhibit components; Knowledge of ADA requirements applicable to museum exhibits and interpretive installations; Knowledge of professional museum practices, protocol, and ethics; Effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills; Effective critical thinking skills; Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers; Skill in operating a personal computer with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software; Ability to listen, converse, and work with multiple perspectives and articulate a strong conceptual 'why' behind each interpretive experience before determining the form it will take Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency personnel, officials of state and local government, and the public; Ability to perform research, plan and organize projects; Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions; Ability to process information in a logical manner and to assess validity; Ability to work in a setting requir