Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Exhibition Designer to support the design and development of immersive exhibition and experiential environments. This role is ideal for a designer with a strong background in retail environments, interior design, and millwork, who can translate narrative and customer journey strategies into compelling spatial experiences.

The Exhibition Designer will collaborate closely with our strategy, creative, and project teams to develop design concepts, spatial layouts, and presentation materials that bring exhibitions and visitor experiences to life.

This position suits a highly collaborative independent contributor for comfortable working across concept development, design detailing, and production-ready documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Exhibition & Spatial Design

• Develop spatial concepts and exhibition layouts that enhance storytelling and visitor engagement

• Translate visitor journey strategies into thoughtful spatial and experiential design

• Create 3D visualizations, layouts, and spatial studies to communicate design intent

Design Development

Produce comprehensive design documentation, including:

• Floor plans
• Elevations
• Section details
• Millwork drawings
• Iterate designs with the creative and strategy team

Visualization & Presentation

• Prepare design presentations and visual storytelling materials

• Develop SketchUp models and rendered views

• Support client presentations with clear, compelling design visualization

Production & Fabrication Coordination

• Develop designs that are fabrication-aware and buildable

• Coordinate with fabricators, exhibit builders, and technical consultants

• Review and refine millwork and construction details

Collaboration

• Work with creative directors, strategists, and project managers

• Participate in design reviews and project workshops

• Contribute to design problem solving throughout project phases

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of Design experience in:

• Exhibition design

• Retail design

• Experiential environments

• Interior design

Technical Skills

• Advanced SketchUp

• AutoCAD

• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

• Strong ability to produce spatial drawings and design documentation

Design Expertise

Deep understanding of:

• Visitor/customer journey design
• Exhibition storytelling
• Retail environments
• Millwork and fabrication
• Spatial experience design

Additional Experience (Preferred)

• Museum or cultural exhibition design

• Brand environments or experiential marketing

• Exhibit fabrication processes

Contract Details

Location: Remote / Hybrid (project-based)
Contract Type: Independent Contractor
Duration: Project-based engagements

Hourly Range: $75-120

Please include your resume and portfolio link when applying.

WHO WE AREFarmboy Fine Arts is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, inclusion, and collaboration in the workplace. Employment practices within our organization, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, termination, training, compensation, and benefits, are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.

At Farmboy Fine Arts (Farmboy), we’re spatial activists, striving to change lives with art. Our work imparts creativity and artful thinking into built environments, delivering more engaging experiences. We pursue this goal across borders, industries, and cultures. From curating multi-tiered art strategies and collections, to developing custom artwork, to art investment and management, we create authentic connections with the built environment in alignment with our clients’ vision.