Interactive Content Specialist

Job Description

The Cleveland Museum of Art is developing the transformative next iteration of the award winning ArtLens Gallery, starting in spring 2025, with an anticipated launch in spring 2026.

This space’s goal is to be immersive, inclusive and focused on the life stories of the artwork in CMA’s collection. This next iteration of Artlens will focus on the life story of our artworks, bringing their stories to life—from creation and history to conservation and repatriation and sparking dialogue with the community.

We are seeking an Interactive Content Specialist to collaborate with the cross-departmental Artlens team, who will work closely with the Curatorial and Education departments to develop the interpretive content plan, production schedule, implementation and creation of art focused content within cutting edge interactives that bring the museum’s collection to life and spark connections between art and diverse audiences.

This position reports to the Chief Digital Information Officer and works in the Digital Innovation and Technology Services department. This role brings best practices of interpretive strategies and art history to life by telling stories through digital experiences, transforming how audiences engage with the Cleveland Museum of Art’s permanent collection.

The ideal candidate has experience in art historical interpretation and is interested in expanding their experience to innovative digital platforms. If you are passionate about imbuing digital experiences with meaningful interpretive content that connects diverse audiences with and through art, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of museum engagement. This is a full-time, temporary 1 year position that will work on-site.

Requirements and Key Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in art history, museum studies, digital humanities, or a related field.

Art historical expertise in at least one major content area of the CMA’s collection, as well as knowledge of current theory and practice in museum interpretation.

Three to five years of successful museum experience or relevant work in designing and planning experiences for audiences in informal creative learning environments, or in a field that engages diverse audiences with art, culture and creative expression.

An understanding of art history and the ability to translate complex, scholarly art historical narratives into engaging, accessible digital content.

Experience in digital content creation, interactive design, or multimedia storytelling—preferably within cultural institutions or creative industries.

Strong understanding of digital media platforms and emerging technologies, with a passion for innovative digital experiences.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills, particularly in remote and cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

Content Strategy & Execution:

Leads digital interpretive planning for the upcoming iteration of Artlens Gallery by integrating innovative interpretation schemes, analyzing key messages and audience needs.

Advance interactive content from conception through prototyping to installation, through active collaboration with a cross departmental internal team, as well as an external experience design firm.

Craft and curate content for digital experiences featuring artwork CMA that connects the museum’s institutional interpretive strategies, art historical context, and life stories of objects.

Coordinating the selection of artworks to be displayed in Artlens Gallery.

Collaboration & Project Management:

Work closely with the Chief Digital Information Officer, curators, digital designers, and technical teams to ensure cohesive content development and integration in innovative interactive elements (e.g., AI, mixed reality, multisensory, and haptic feedback) into engaging museum experiences.

Manage project timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional communication to achieve content goals.

Content Stewardship:

Oversee the production, curation, and maintenance of digital interactive content that activates the permanent collection across diverse cultural and historical narratives.

Develop guidelines and standards for content consistency, quality, and sustainability throughout the ArtLens CMS ecosystem.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000

This is a 1 year full-time temporary position

Applications should include a resume, a cover letter that addresses the candidate's interest in the position and the relevance of their experience to the position responsibilities and 2 or more references.

Full-time