Head of Department for Electronic Media | Abteilungsleitung elektronische Medien (w/m/d)

Deutsches Museum Land Bayern

München, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Nov 14, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The German Museum is seeking a Head of Department for Electronic Media to lead a team responsible for managing and developing all digital and media-based exhibition technology. This pivotal management role involves ensuring the operational functionality of content management systems, digital signage, and conference technology across seminar rooms, auditoriums, and exhibitions. Key responsibilities include the conceptualization and realization of new media applications, including the scientific content (games, films, audio, and barrier-free content), coordinating internal and external partners, and managing procurement processes for media technology. Candidates must possess a university degree in a relevant media technology or informatics field, coupled with professional and leadership experience, and proven expertise in project management and creating performance specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for the digital communication of educational content.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Media Technology, Media Engineering, Media and Communication Informatics, or Information and Communication Technology

Experience

  • Professional and leadership experience
  • Experience in creating performance specifications (Leistungsbeschreibungen)
  • Experience in leading projects

Languages

German (Basic)

Additional

  • Unspecified (The role requires expertise in German public procurement procedures, which implies a strong working knowledge of German administrative law, but this is an inference, not an explicit requirement.)