Head of Exhibition Design and Production, Fondazione Prada

Foto Bas Princen. Courtesy Fondazione Prada

Fondazione Prada is a cultural institution established in 1993 by Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli, founded on the belief that art and study are essential tools for understanding the changes taking place in the world. Through an extensive network of collaborations with artists, curators, scientists, scholars, filmmakers, architects, musicians and intellectuals, Fondazione Prada delivers a diverse international programme across its locations in Milan and Venice, as well as spaces in Shanghai, Tokyo and New York.

Fondazione Prada is currently seeking an experienced and dependable Head of Design and Production to oversee the exhibition design aspects of its projects and contribute to the wider Design team. The role requires a high level of autonomy and significant experience in exhibition design, working closely with curators, artists, cultural organisations and project teams.

Reporting to the Head of Programs, the Head of Design and Production will manage a dedicated design team supporting exhibition and display activities across the museum.

Responsibilities:

• Developing 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 team.

• Collaborating closely with external architecture studios.

• Using Auto-CAD and Sketchup to create drawings of exhibition display furniture, including display cases, platforms, custom art display walls, etc.

• Ensuring that designed elements meet universal access requirements and adhere to accessibility design specifications.

• Collaborating and managing with the Registration and Conservation teams.

• Ensuring the highest quality standards are applied to design development, construction, and exhibition display production while coordinating with external consultants, such as architects, artists, curators or suppliers.

• Implementing the procurement strategy to facilitate construction bids and engage external contractors and designers for project implementation.

• Administering standardized design files, maintaining an organized archive of production files, and assisting in defining standard operating procedures and workflows.

• Placing visitor experience at the forefront of all display design, ensuring efficient visitor flow, health and safety adherence, and risk assessment analysis in each project.

Qualifications:

• A recognized university degree in exhibition design, architecture, industrial design, or an equivalent field.

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in exhibition or industrial design, preferably within a visual culture-related institution.

• Proven experience in various design phases, including conceptualization, design development, and construction supervision.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, and Adobe Suite, along with experience in designing to scale.

• Solid knowledge of materials, fabrication techniques, project management, and construction processes, with an advantage for expertise in graphic production.

• Preferably, experience and knowledge of proper art handling procedures and art or object installation and display.

• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

• A passion for visual culture and experience in the cultural sector.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively within a close-knit team.

• A high level of discretion and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and stay within budget.

• Strong organizational and design presentation skills.

• Excellent and fluent oral and written communication skills in Italian and English

Salary Range:

70.000 – 90.000 EUR

Workplace Wellness:

• Possibility to work remotely and with flexible hours

• Opportunities for training and professional growth

• Welfare programs

• Discounts on public transport services

• Free access to Fondazione Prada locations

Work Location:

Milan, Southern area

How to Apply:

Application deadline: 30 September 2026 . To apply visit Fondazione Prada website.