Associate Director of Experience Design

📋 Description

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of designers (exhibit, interaction/UX, media, graphic
• Partner closely with the Senior Director of Experience to define and uphold a cohesive design
• Establish and implement design standards, workflows, documentation practices, and review processes
• Oversee external design consultants and creative vendors: develop scopes of work, review proposals
• Champion a culture of creativity, experimentation, and collaboration within the Experience Studio.
• Ensure that all experiences advance the Academy’s mission and strategic priorities through

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in immersive, experiential, exhibition, environmental, or
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex, large-scale public
• Bachelor’s degree in design, architecture, industrial design, interaction design, media arts, or
• Strong portfolio demonstrating immersive environments that integrate physical space, digital media
• Proven ability to articulate and champion a clear creative vision while aligning with strategic
• Deep understanding of spatial storytelling, human-centered design, and visitor experience

🎁 Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package based on hours worked
• Fair and equitable compensation practices