Interpretation and Design Manager

Deadline: Monday, April 26, 2021 - 00:00
Employer: Zoological Society of London
Contract Duration: Parental Leave Cover
Contract Type: 0.8 FTE
Salary: £33,722 p.a

We're ZSL, an international conservation charity. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and we're working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction. Through the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists and our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct.

Role Profile

Can you inspire a creative team? Or build innovative visitor experiences? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced Interpretation and Design Manager to work on zoo exhibits and a variety of creative projects at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL).

We're looking for an experienced interpretation and design manager to work on a range of exciting zoo developments and graphics design projects. You'll be a natural problem-solver, highly creative, love sharing and exploring ideas and have an imaginative and curious mind. You'll lead a small but mighty creative team that believes in the power of storytelling to connect audiences, and you'll help to deliver innovative visitor experiences that deliver exactly that.

You'll need a relevant degree or equivalent experience, a wild imagination, experience managing a creative team, flawless written English, the confidence to drive projects forward and the ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising accuracy or attention to detail. You'll have excellent communication skills, and be comfortable leading projects in a busy working environment.

This is a 30hr a week role and the full job description can be found on the ZSL website.