Senior Content Developer – Temporary to Staff

Local Projects

. Shape the creative output of projects .

Posted 11/5/2026contractUnited StatesSenior💰 $45 - $75 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in content development and strategy, with a strong focus on creating engaging visitor experiences and effective collaboration with internal teams and clients. Proficient in strategic planning, research, and documentation management to ensure high-quality deliverables.

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Content Development ExperienceStrategic PlanningExceptional Writing AbilityLeadership SkillsResearch and Analytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Content DevelopmentStrategic PlanningResearch and AnalysisWriting and EditingDatabase Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationTime ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

FigmaGoogle SlidesKeynotePowerPointGoogle SuiteMicrosoft SuiteAirtable

Industry Keywords

ExhibitionsExperience DesignDigital Media ContentCultural InstitutionsAgile Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape the creative output of projects
Collaborate with the creative director and senior designers on ideation
Design effective processes for content development and delivery
Define strategic focus, positioning, and audience research
Articulate the overall storyline and visitor experience
Organize content into a comprehensible structure
Conduct subject research and collection reviews
Develop themes and stories
Write and edit scripts
Research and license assets for physical and digital media exhibits
Lead the strategy and content development process from strategic planning and discovery through installation
Lead internal teams and guide clients on strategy and content roles and requirements
Create processes for working with clients, external partners, subject matter experts, and community stakeholders
Develop or oversee strategy and content deliverables for client meetings and presentations
Maintain successful working relationships with client teams and support effective workflows
Work closely with project leadership on major design directions and decisions
Lead internal discussions on content interpretation and strategic focus
Oversee junior content and strategy team members
Ensure excellence in strategy and content deliverables and documentation
Research, synthesize, write, and edit to the highest levels
Maintain internal documentation, including databases
Participate in personal development and support peer growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

Excellent leadership skills and the ability to inspire team members
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, both internal and client-facing
Skilled collaborator with excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork abilities
Strategic planning
Software proficiency for presentations: Figma, Google Slides, Keynote, PowerPoint
Software proficiency for documentation: Google and Microsoft Suites
Collaboration software proficiency: Figma
Database management proficiency: Airtable or similar
Exceptional writing ability, with a focus on crafting engaging visitor experiences
Exceptional research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly
Proven expertise in creating compelling digital media content
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong follow-through on tasks and projects
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Asset sourcing/liaison experience with cultural institutions, archives, and/or stock agencies
Ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to function well in an agile environment
5–7 years of content development and strategy experience in exhibitions, experience design, or agency work, from concept through installation
Ability to travel within the US and globally
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Must be able to work on-site in our NYC Studio - Hybrid
Must hold a primary residence in one of the following states: NY, NJ, CT, DC, VA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k)
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Generous paid time off (PTO) package