Interim Exhibit Manager | Temporary

The Ford Agency seeks an experienced and creative Interim Exhibit Manager to oversee exhibitions, collections, and public programming for a DC-based museum and its global campus. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for cultural interpretation and education. This is a temporary role with an immediate start.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily site needs including front of house and visitor needs

Manage extensive preproduction and exhibit installation calendars

Oversee and coordinate volunteer and docent scheduling and staff planning

Handle space programming and rentals

Assist with researching potential exhibit content

Coordinate with programming team on visitor experience strategy

Coordinate with outside groups for partner engagement

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, Art History, History, or related field

3+ years of museum management, exhibitions, or programming experience

Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience collaborating with vendors, curators, and institutional partners

Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of collections or CMS software a plus

Candidates for this position must be based in the DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.

The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.

To see more positions available through The Ford Agency, please check out our website at www.ford-agency.com.

Location and compensation: Washington, DC | salary range visible in posting

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