Exhibits Content Developer Job at Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga

The Exhibits Content Developer is responsible for the coordination, development, and scheduling of exhibit projects content, production and installation. They work directly with Aquarium departments to develop ideas, review concepts, and serve as liaison between the Exhibits Department, Functional Experts, and other staff involved with Exhibit development. This individual will also work directly with Exhibits Designers to advance and strengthen the Aquarium's visual identity, ensure consistency of brand standards, help to drive attendance and support its mission and vision.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop content for exhibit support graphics, animal IDs, information panels, assist all departments with graphics content needs, including plaza graphics.
2. Coordinate and assist with installation of new exhibit graphics, update existing graphics as needed.
3. Assist with the design and development of new exhibits at the Aquarium.
4. Coordinate production of graphics for Aquarium and IMAX Theater including print, outdoor and web as they relate to Exhibits.
5. Work with other Aquarium departments as needed (education, husbandry, visitor services, operations, housekeeping, conservation institute) to develop content related to exhibits and/or support materials.
6. Assure accuracy of animal identification and other educational info as they relate to exhibits and marketing materials.
7. Assist Exhibits staff with all other projects as needed. This includes, but is not limited to AV support, various installation projects, after-hour events, assisting other departments with projects as needed, etc.
8. Collaborate to assure consistency of visual identity of projects produced both in-house and outsourced.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Creative Writing, Biology, or related field that would support the Aquarium's mission preferred.
• Some experience in Aquarium or Zoo settings preferred.
• Proficiency in PC Platforms.
• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Monday scheduling
• Skills in conceptualization, writing, editing, proofreading.
• Stay updated with current Aquarium and Conservation trends and topics.
• Ability to communicate, contract bids and negotiate with vendors.
• Ability to work with a team, including multiple project managers.
• Ability to handle multiple jobs simultaneously and efficiently.
• Ability to think creatively and abstractly.
• People management skills.

Full-time, hourly (Starting at $21/hour, commensurate on experience and education); Monday - Friday, on-site. Weekend and evening work required as needed.

All submissions must be received by February 20, 2025.