Mixed experience - Visual Information Specialist (Exhibit Designer) Smithsonian Employee Review

4.0
19 Sept 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing collections (artifacts). Interesting projects. Good pay for an in-house museum exhibit designer. It's hard to find a non-profit museum position that pays the bills.

Cons

Stifling bureaucracy. Dysfunction across the Institution. Less creative freedom.

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5.0
8 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great mission. Strong benefits including health insurance and 403b contribution. Many people stick around for 5, 10, 15+ years.

Cons

Things are sometimes slow due to bureaucracy.

4.0
6 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

There is a strong community and network in museum and natural science collections and support.

Cons

Working conditions have a standard of museum environment settings, not ideal for those that desire to be outside all day.

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