Head of Design and Production at Fondazione Prada

ph3Head of Design and Production at Fondazione Prada /h3pFondazione Prada is a cultural institution created in 1993 by Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli, operating on the belief that art and study are useful and necessary to understand the changes happening in the world. The foundation maintains a wide network of collaborations with artists, curators, scientists, scholars, filmmakers, architects, musicians, and intellectuals. Its varied program currently extends across three locations in Milan and Venice, opened between 2011 and 2016, and, since 2018, additional spaces in Shanghai, Tokyo, and New York, allowing Fondazione Prada to engage with an international and diverse audience. /ph3Title Description /h3h3Head of Design and Production — Fondazione Prada /h3pFondazione Prada is seeking an experienced and dependable Head of Design and Production to oversee the exhibition design aspects of its exhibition projects and contribute to its Design team. The role demands a high level of autonomy and a proven track record in exhibition design, working in collaboration with curators, artists, cultural organizations, and project teams. Reporting to the Head of Programs, the Head of Design and Production will manage a dedicated design team focused on supporting exhibition and display activities across the museum. /ph3The Role Overview /h3ullibReports To: /b Head of Programs /lilibDepartment / Programme: /b Design (organizational reference: Head of Programs) /li /ulh3Position Tasks /h3ulliDevelop collection gallery designs, including spatial planning, exhibition architecture, three-dimensional exhibition elements, public spaces, and interiors, from the conceptual stage to final drawings, in close collaboration with the Curatorial, Conservation, and Project Management teams /liliCollaborate closely with external architecture studios /liliUse AutoCAD and Sketchup to create drawings of exhibition display furniture, including display cases, platforms, and custom art display walls /liliEnsure that designed elements meet universal access requirements and adhere to accessibility design specifications /liliCollaborate with and manage the Registration and Conservation teams /liliEnsure the highest quality standards are applied to design development, construction, and exhibition display production, coordinating with external consultants such as architects, artists, curators, or suppliers /liliImplement procurement strategy to facilitate construction bids and engage external contractors and designers for project implementation /liliAdminister standardized design files, maintain an organized archive of production files, and assist in defining standard operating procedures and workflows /liliPlace visitor experience at the forefront of all display design, ensuring efficient visitor flow, health and safety adherence, and risk assessment analysis in each project /li /ulh3Categories /h3ulliExhibition Design /liliProject Management /liliVisual Culture /liliA recognized university degree in exhibition design, architecture, industrial design, or an equivalent field /liliA minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in exhibition or industrial design, preferably within a visual culture-related institution /liliProven experience across various design phases, including conceptualization, design development, and construction supervision /liliProficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, and Adobe Suite, along with experience designing to scale /liliSolid knowledge of materials, fabrication techniques, project management, and construction processes, with an advantage for expertise in graphic production /liliPreferably, experience and knowledge of proper art handling procedures and art or object installation and display /liliAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines /liliA passion for visual culture and experience in the cultural sector /liliStrong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively within a close-knit team /liliA high level of discretion and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and stay within budget /liliStrong organizational and design presentation skills /liliExcellent and fluent oral and written communication skills in Italian and English /liliPossibility to work remotely and with flexible hours /liliOpportunities for training and professional growth /liliDiscounts on public transport services /liliHealth/medical insurance, dental/vision coverage, pension contributions, vacation days, statutory holidays: Not specified in the source /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr