Job of the Week: Exhibitions Producer/Preparator

This week’s featured job is an Exhibitions Producer/Preparator for the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum located at Michigan State University (1174727). If you have experience working with museum exhibitions, strong planning and organizational skills, and enjoy collaborative work, this may be the job for you.

In this position, you will help prepare exhibition spaces, monitor the museum’s gallery environment, and prepare art objects for shipment. You will also provide preparation information to the public and deliver technical lectures and demonstrations as requested. Additional responsibilities include coordinating security for off-site storage and monitoring exhibit photo documentation. This role works closely with the entire team at the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum to help maintain a welcoming environment where the community can engage with and enjoy art. Find a complete list of responsibilities in the job posting.

This position requires knowledge equivalent to a four-year college degree in studio art or museum studies, or five years of experience as an exhibition professional in a museum, gallery, or foundation. Candidates should also have experience with planning cost estimations, leading work teams, and handling multiple deadlines at once.

The ideal candidate should also have strong verbal and written communication skills, a creative and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving, and attention to detail. Additional qualifications include the ability to create and read shop drawings, experience with fine carpentry, metal and plastic fabrication techniques, and have knowledge of advanced AV installation. Find a complete list of required and desired qualifications in the job posting.

Learn more about the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum on their website. To learn more or apply for this position, please visit the MSU Careers Website. Applications require a cover letter, resume/CV, and three professional references and should be submitted by November 3, 2026.

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