Exhibition Production Unit Head
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About the Role
The Exhibition Production Unit Head leads and manages all aspects of exhibition production, overseeing planning, coordination, and execution. This role manages a team, collaborates with stakeholders, and ensures high-quality delivery within budget and timeline.
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Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and develop the exhibition production team
- Oversee end to end production process including budgeting, scheduling, logistics, technical requirements, and resource allocation
- Collaborate with curators, designers, marketing teams, vendors, and other stakeholders
- Ensure exhibitions meet quality standards, safety regulations, and organizational expectations
- Develop and manage production budgets, monitor expenses, and optimize resource use
- Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with external vendors, suppliers, and service providers
- Address production challenges, troubleshoot issues, and implement effective solutions
- Prepare regular reports on production status, project milestones, and post exhibition evaluations for senior management
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Arts Administration, Project Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in exhibition production, event management, or similar field
- At least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and multidisciplinary teams
- Strong knowledge of exhibition production processes, technical requirements, and best practices
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with project management software and digital collaboration tools
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
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Position Overview
- The Exhibition Production Unit Head is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of exhibition production within an organization.
- This role oversees planning, coordination, and execution of exhibitions, ensuring high quality delivery, adherence to timelines, and alignment with organizational goals.
- The Unit Head manages a team of production professionals, collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, and ensures effective allocation of resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and develop the exhibition production team, providing guidance and performance feedback.
- Oversee end to end production process including budgeting, scheduling, logistics, technical requirements, and resource allocation.
- Work closely with curators, designers, marketing teams, vendors, and other key stakeholders.
- Ensure all exhibitions meet quality standards, safety regulations, and organizational expectations.
- Develop and manage production budgets, monitor expenses, and optimize resource use.
- Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with external vendors, suppliers, and service providers.
- Address production challenges, troubleshoot issues, and implement effective solutions.
- Prepare regular reports on production status, project milestones, and post exhibition evaluations for senior management.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Arts Administration, Project Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in exhibition production, event management, or similar field, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong knowledge of exhibition production processes, technical requirements, and best practices.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with project management software and digital collaboration tools.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
Key Competencies
- Leadership and team development
- Project management and organizational skills
- Problem solving and decision making abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Attention to detail and quality orientation
- Budgeting and financial management
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
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