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Museum - Gallery Exhibition Officer

 
Background
A Museum or Gallery Exhibition Officer designs, organizes, and manages displays of artworks, artifacts, and collections. You work with curators and designers to decide how items are presented, create informative labels and guides, and ensure exhibitions are engaging for visitors. You might also help with lighting, layout, conservation, and educational programs related to the displays.
Similar Roles
Arts Administrator
Lessons to help you on this path
Next Step Roles
Curator→Exhibition Manager→Collections Manager→Head of Exhibitions
Publications
Museum JournalExhibitionist
Books
The Art of Museum ExhibitionsBehind the Scenes at the MuseumMuseum Studies: An Anthology of Contexts
Movies
Night at the MuseumThe Crown (Season 4 onwards)
Key Figures
James PutnamLynne CookeHans Ulrich ObristCarolyn Kinder Carr
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference69.5, 700For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Exhibition OfficerGallery OfficerExhibition CoordinatorDisplay Officer
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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