Description
We have an opportunity for a creative, organised Interpretation Manager to join us on a fixed term basis at an exciting period in the organisation’s development.
The recent launch of the Himalayas area and the opening of the Heart of Africa at Easter 2025 present lots of opportunities for interpretation and exhibits. The Interpretation Manager works as a key member of our professional team, taking responsibility for the management of all interpretation across the site, maintaining the high standards our visitors deserve. Interpretation has the potential to educate, to enhance visitor experience and to empower visitors to live more sustainably. No two days are alike in this dynamic, creative role; one day you might be creating a piece of giraffe focused interpretation for our new Heart of Africa zone, and the next, developing a scheme of new wayfinding solutions.
Our Requirements - Interpretation Manager
- Substantial experience developing exhibitions, exhibits and interpretive schemes in a zoo, aquarium, museum, gallery, or similar.
- Strong people management skills - supervising a team and managing the work of others.
- Substantial experience managing projects - time & budget management, administration, and planning skills. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, meeting deadlines and ensuring quality control.
- Knowledge of legislation and best practice guidance - copyright, DDA, health and safety, CDM and GDPR.
- Eye for design. Creative approach to interpretation and communicating with visitors. Attention to detail and excellent copy writing skills, ability to write for a broad range of audiences.
- Audience focused approach.
- Experience commissioning external contractors.
- Strong IT skills.
- Excellent diplomacy and interpersonal skills.
- Live our values: be mission motivated, passionate, work together to be the best.
See website.
As Interpretation Manager you will:
- Skilfully manage a range of differing priorities and projects, using excellent organisational skills.
- Manage internal team members and external contractors professionally.
- Ensure all interpretation, including signage, exhibit theming, interactives, digital, models, and artwork is produced to a high standard and in line with the zoo's core messaging and mission.
Please look on website for further detail about responsibilities