Australian National Surfing Museum Permanent Galleries Refurbishment

The Australian National Surfing Museum is seeking expressions of interest from experienced museum, gallery or interpretive text editors to support the refinement and finalisation of content for the refurbishment of its permanent galleries.

Key details:

Approx. 10,000-15,000 words of exhibition content.

Content includes approximately 100 interpretive panels, 163 object labels and 60 image labels/captions.

Opportunity to shape and refine a major permanent gallery redevelopment celebrating Australia’s surfing history and culture.

Scope includes editorial review, copyediting and line editing, with a focus on narrative consistency, audience engagement and accessibility.

Successful consultant will work closely with the Museum team to preserve the distinctive voice of the Australian National Surfing Museum while enhancing clarity and readability.

Consultants are invited to propose their preferred approach, including review rounds, project touchpoints, timing and fee structure.

Work anticipated to be undertaken from November 2026.

We are seeking consultants with demonstrated experience in exhibition interpretation, museum or gallery content development, and visitor-focused editorial practice.

If you have any questions, please contact Evelyn Whitelaw, Coordinator Arts & Creative Economy, Surf Coast Shire Council.