Exhibits Specialist (Graphics)

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is in the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). The National Museum of African American History and Culture is a national museum for the study and exhibition of African American history and culture. More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

This position is in the Design and Production, Project Management and Planning, National Museum of African American History and Culture, Under Secretary for Museums and Education, Smithsonian Institution. The Exhibits Specialist (Graphics) provides recognized expertise in the field of planning and executing the construction of specialized and complex exhibition components and structures and directly supports the finished look of all museum exhibitions and public spaces. In this position, you will: Assist exhibit designers and fabricators in the appropriate selection of graphic media and in the selection of graphic production processes to best fit the design aesthetics, object and artifact conservation needs. Apply labels, line art, halftones, color separations, photographs, graphic reproductions, facsimiles and prepared graphics on or in plaques, panels, walls, bases, pedestals and display cases. Silkscreen labels, line art, halftones and color separations using a variety of paints and inks. Produce finished graphic projects using and applying skill and knowledge in the use of computer-generated graphics and processes. Work with a variety of graphic file production techniques and graphic design software applications. Prepare graphic mount substrates and other materials as needed. Mount graphics and photographs on plaques, panels or walls.

Conditions of Employment Physical Requirements: This position requires the physical ability to perform moderately heavy work including lifting and carrying heavy objects up to 50 lbs.; working within confined spaces; participating in the Smithsonian Institution's hearing and respiratory monitoring programs; lifting, bending, stooping and stretching for extended periods of time; operating all hand and power tools and all graphic production equipment; climbing ladders and scaffolds; working near eye irritants and hazardous substances and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on OPM website.

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- illustrative design, commercial art, fine arts, industrial design, architecture, drafting, interior design, or other fields related to the position.