21 design jobs found

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM), in Salem, MA, is one of the largest and most dynamic art museums in the nation, committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful environment. Over the last 30 years, PEM has distinguished itself as one of the fastest-growing art and culture museums in North America. Founded in 1799, it is also the country's oldest continuously operating museum. At its heart is a mission to enrich and transform people's lives by broadening their perspectives, attitudes, and knowledge of themselves and the wider world. PEM's team is passionate about art, culture, and creating a memorable experience for everyone who walks through the doors. PEM's growth in recent years has attracted a host of creative and innovative individuals. PEM is seeking a qualified candidate to lead our Exhibition Design Department in the imaginative planning, design, and implementation of changing exhibitions, long-term collection galleries and object...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex museum is seeking candidates for a part-time Security Gallery Officer position. Our professional security staff is responsible for enforcing museum security policies and procedures in order to protect PEM's notable collections, exhibits, and property. In addition, Gallery Officers are responsible for safeguarding and providing assistance to museum visitors and staff within and around the museum complex. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, enjoy working with the public, and present a professional attitude at all times. This is a forward facing role that requires regular interaction with the public and the ability to stay calm during an emergency or conflict. This part-time role is 24 hours per week and the range of compensation is $19.00 to $19.71 per hour, commensurate with experience. Must be available to work weekend, holiday, and evening shifts. Must be able to sit, walk or stand for extended periods of time. Must...

Berklee College of Music Job Description: Berklee is seeking a savvy, data-informed, and well-connected Senior Director of Media Strategy to strengthen and safeguard the institution's reputation. If you are a strategic storyteller with deep media roots and a passion for arts and higher education, this is a powerful opportunity to influence the global narrative of the world's leading performing arts institution. At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders. About the Role & Responsibilities Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Communications, this leader serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. You will design and run our global media strategy, managing everything from high-level brand positioning to real-time crisis response. This is a hybrid role (three days on-site in Boston) that requires a calm-under-pressure mindset and the ability to handle sensitive information with total discretion. Key...

Berklee College of Music Job Description: The Music Therapy Department at Berklee College of Music houses the Music and Health Institute, the Arts and Health Minor, and Berklee's music therapy degree programs, serving as a global leader in the integration of music, health, and education. Home to the world's largest undergraduate music therapy program, the department is dedicated to educational excellence, innovation, and a rich history of student-centered learning. Guided by a distinguished faculty and strengthened by the leadership of alumni advancing the field across clinical, research, community, and industry settings, the department continues to shape the future of music and health worldwide. The Music Therapy Department seeks a full-time faculty member to join our dynamic team of educators, clinicians, and scholars. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, a commitment to inclusive and student-centered pedagogy, anthe ability to contribute to...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum is hiring a highly skilled, full-time HVAC Maintenance Mechanic II. This critical role involves comprehensive installation, preventative, and corrective maintenance and repair of diverse HVAC equipment and mechanical plant systems to ensure high-efficiency operation and reliability. This physically demanding role requires the safe use of standard and diagnostic tools (ladders, man lifts, etc.). Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work extended periods standing, walking, bending, and climbing in various conditions (loud, temperature extremes). Work Schedule and Availability: Full-time (40 hours/week), typically 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. Requires scheduled/unscheduled overtime and occasional weekend/off-hour rotational or as-needed on-call/emergency response. Key Responsibilities and Equipment Focus: Boiler and Steam Systems: Service, troubleshoot, and maintain residential/commercial oil burners and low-pressure commercial steam boilers...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum, one of the largest and most dynamic art museums in the nation, is seeking a highly motivated, committed and outgoing individual to engage with visitors and enhance experiences as a Temporary Visitor Engagement Supervisor. The Temporary Visitor Engagement Supervisor will directly manage Visitor Engagement Advocates, support Tessitura operations, lead on-site membership sales, and contribute to departmental improvements. The Temporary Visitor Engagement Supervisor is also responsible for delivering high-quality service to all museum guests. Serving as an approachable presence, they actively engage with visitors to enrich and expand the overall museum experience at all admission and information areas. PEM's Visitor Engagement model is centered on meeting visitors where they are and ensuring their experience unfolds on their terms. All Visitor Engagement Supervisors receive training in a hybrid approach that combines visitor-focused...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum, one of the largest and most dynamic art museums in the nation, is seeking a highly motivated, committed and outgoing individual to engage with visitors and enhance experiences as Visitor Engagement Supervisor. The Visitor Engagement Supervisor will directly manage Visitor Engagement Advocates, support Tessitura operations, lead on-site membership sales, and contribute to departmental improvements. The Visitor Engagement Supervisor is also responsible for delivering high-quality service to all museum guests. Serving as an approachable presence, they actively engage with visitors to enrich and expand the overall museum experience at all admission and information areas. PEM's Visitor Engagement model is centered on meeting visitors where they are and ensuring their experience unfolds on their terms. All Visitor Engagement Supervisors receive training in a hybrid approach that combines visitor-focused service and security-aware...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) in Salem, Massachusetts is looking for rising graduate students and emerging and in-service cultural professionals for our summer 2026 program. Fellows develop their leadership potential through 9-week department positions within the museum. Placements allow participants to work directly with and be mentored by committed senior and mid level PEM professionals. These positions provide Fellows with the ability to seek insights on the range of skills and experiences needed in positions of responsibility. Weekly workshops in key areas such as strategy, fundraising, communication and organizational politics, as well as select field trips and substantive engagement in museum projects, expand Fellows' existing skill sets while cultivating their professional development needs. Placements will be based on applicant's academic and/or career goals, their application, the interview process and the match between Fellows' interests and...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum's Phillips Library seeks a part-time Reference Assistant to aid the functions of the reference department. The library is an active place, and the incumbent will interact with in-person visitors, distant patrons, and internal museum staff. Duties will include monitoring the reading room (assist patron orientation and research, communicate and enforce library policies, etc.), answer reference questions, retrieve and re-shelve materials, digitize materials for patrons, create metadata, and assist with social media campaigns. The Reference Assistant is expected to participate collaboratively in library-wide and museum-wide projects and initiatives. Some library experience is highly desired. Special collections/rare books experience is a plus. Ability to work closely and collaboratively with diverse colleagues and patrons, as well as to work independently. Attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to multitask and balance...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM), one of the nation's most dynamic art museums, is seeking an Associate Registrar of Exhibitions. Founded in 1799, PEM is dedicated to transforming people's lives by creating a museum experience that celebrates the capacity of art and culture to inform and change our understanding of our place in the world. By presenting art and culture in new ways, by linking past and present, and by embracing artistic and cultural achievements worldwide, the museum offers unique opportunities to explore multilayered and interconnected arenas of creative expression. The Associate Registrar of Exhibitions is responsible for the coordination of registration activities surrounding the Peabody Essex Museum's exhibition program, including changing exhibitions and PEM-organized touring exhibitions. The Associate Registrar of Exhibitions supports all registration aspects of changing and traveling exhibitions from the early planning phase through...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) is seeking a full-time Security Guard (minimum 32 hours per week) to join our dedicated security team. In this role, you will help protect PEM's exceptional collections, exhibitions, and facilities while providing support and assistance to visitors, staff, and contractors at the Hawkes Collection Center and Phillips Library in Rowley, MA. We're looking for someone who communicates clearly, enjoys interacting with the public, and can remain calm, focused, and professional in any situation-including emergencies or moments of conflict. This is a highly visible, public-facing position, and your presence will contribute to creating a welcoming and safe environment for all. Candidates should be comfortable working weekends, holidays, and evening shifts, and able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods. The role also requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and participate in department and museum-wide training(s). CPR training...

Berklee College of Music Job Description: Berklee is looking for an experienced and relationship-driven Social Media Video Producer to plan, produce, and publish compelling social content that captures the dynamic culture of the world's premier creative institution. This is a student-centered and mission-driven role, demanding a minimum on-site presence of three days a week in Boston (including evenings/weekends for events) to authentically capture our vibrant community. Your work will directly enhance Berklee's global visibility, supporting its commitment to creativity and innovation . At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders. About the Role & Responsibilities This role is responsible for driving measurable results for brand visibility, audience reach, engagement, and application submissions through high-quality video content. You'll build strong internal partnerships to ensure a constant flow of engaging stories...

Peabody Essex Museum The Director of Conservation is responsible for the management of the museum's conservation department. This senior-level role is a key leadership position, guiding the museum's conservation program in support of the museum's exhibitions, collections, public and patron programs, and research initiatives. The Director of Conservation oversees and manages the conservation team, including contract conservators, and the steady operation and implementation of conservation efforts across PEM's campus, including the assessments, treatments, and research of the museum's global collection to advance its care and preservation. This position upholds the highest professional standards, including adherence to the AIC Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice, and plays a strategic role in implementing preventive care and sustainable conservation protocols across the museum. Reporting to the Director of Collection Services and collaborating as an integral part...

Berklee College of Music Job Description: Berklee seeks a Global Music Education Technology Manager to lead the continued growth, optimization, and innovation of its global online learning platform, Berklee PULSE , which empowers students and educators around the world through access to high-quality, contemporary music education. This position bridges technology, music, and education-combining instructional design, creative media, and digital innovation to advance Berklee's mission of equity and access. The ideal candidate is as comfortable in the studio as in the classroom, and just as fluent in conversations with educators as with coders and designers. With direct oversight from the Manager's supervisor Vice President for EOSE, the Manager will guide a team of developers, curriculum specialists, and digital media producers to sustain a dynamic platform that supports K-12 and community-based teachers and students globally. The role requires a forward-thinking...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, MA is seeking candidates for the Overnight Security Operations Center (SOC) Operator position. SOC Operators monitor computer-driven access control, surveillance, and life-safety systems throughout the museum campus. The SOC also coordinates incident response with alarm service vendors, emergency responders and in-house security staff. Additional duties include maintaining daily activity logs, filing incident reports, operational and performance tests of relevant systems, and basic maintenance of control center equipment. SOC operators must have a strong working knowledge of security field operations in order to successfully coordinate effective response procedures. Operators will therefore also be regularly assigned to field posts where they will interact with the public, conduct area inspections, and perform other duties as assigned to maintain the physical security of museum spaces. Successful candidates will have...

Berklee College of Music Job Description: Berklee City Music is seeking passionate and dedicated Teaching Artists to join its dynamic team in shaping the next generation of musicians and creative leaders. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through music education while being part of Berklee's mission to nurture creativity, celebrate diversity, and empower students to fully realize their artistic potential. For more than 20 years, Berklee City Music Boston has provided high-quality, contemporary music education to 4th-12th graders in underserved communities throughout Greater Boston. As the founding site of the Berklee City Music Network, the program emphasizes a holistic, student-centered approach that builds musical skill, leadership, and community. Teaching Artists will provide instruction in one or more of the following programs: High School Academy: Scholarship-based program for 9th-12th graders held at Berklee College of Music on...

Berklee College of Music Job Description: Berklee's Pre-College, Online, and Professional Programs (POPP) division, which serves over 3.5 million students worldwide, is looking for an exceptional and action-oriented Video Producer to join our in-house team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your technical skills and strong passion for music education to create compelling visual content for courses, marketing, and emerging digital platforms. Your ability to drive projects from concept to completion will directly support Berklee's commitment to creativity and global innovation. At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders. About the Role & Responsibilities Working under the Video Production Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of video production, including preproduction, project management, directing talent, operating cameras, lighting, and sound equipment, as well as tracking and reviewing videos during...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum's Phillips Library seeks a full-time Assistant Cataloging Librarian to fulfill the role of primary cataloger on staff, an essential role to improve intellectual and physical access to our collections. They will work closely with the Technical Services Librarian to identify cataloging priorities, implement equitable descriptive practices, streamline workflows, reduce the backlog, serve as a resource for cataloging-related questions, and maintain cataloging-related systems. The Assistant Cataloging Librarian is expected to participate collaboratively in library-wide and museum-wide projects and initiatives. We are seeking a candidate that has around 2-4 years cataloging experience along with knowledge of library and archival standards such as RDA, DCRM(B), LCSH, and MARC. Experience with library services platforms, original cataloging of special collections, and managing cataloging software and systems preferred. Excellent...

Peabody Essex Museum The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM), one of the most dynamic art museums in the United States, is seeking a Curatorial Research Assistant for Japanese Art. Founded in 1799, PEM is dedicated to transforming people's lives by creating a museum experience that celebrates the capacity of art and culture to inform and change our understanding of our place in the world. By presenting art and culture in new ways, by linking past and present, and by embracing artistic and cultural achievements worldwide, the museum offers unique opportunities to explore multilayered and interconnected arenas of creative expression. The Curatorial Research Assistant will work closely with the Deputy Chief Curator and members of the Registration, Collections Management, and Phillips Library staff to evaluate, select, catalogue and research works of Japanese cloisonné and related ephemera from the Fredric T. Schneider Collection, a large and important gift from the late Fredric T....

Peabody Essex Museum Peabody Essex Museum seeks volunteers to help maintain its Ropes Mansion Garden at 318 Essex Street in Salem, MA, as well as other properties on PEM's campus. The Ropes Mansion's Colonial Revival garden brims with plant life and activity all summer long. The garden has been in operation for over a century and welcomes thousands of visitors each year. Volunteers are needed from April through October to help with all aspects of gardening, including planting, pruning, weeding and general care and upkeep. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to at least 4 hours per month for 3 months. Hours are flexible and half and full-day time slots are available. PEM strives to create a community of belonging that draws upon the widest pool of talent, embracing individuals of all backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We seek candidates who can contribute to helping us achieve our goals and encourage you to apply for our open positions identifying the...