Needs From: Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership

Want to help our 90 year old museum preserve an exhibit showcasing the legacy of Californio Ranchos in Marin County? The Marin History Museum is seeking a volunteer with experience in 3D capture, virtual tours, or digital storytelling to help us preserve and share a temporary two-room exhibit. This exhibit will be taken down at the end of December, and we are looking to create a high-quality, interactive 3D virtual tour with integrated audio narration that can live on our website for long-term public access. 

If this sounds interesting, call or email Celia Golden, 415.382.1182 or celia@marinhistory.org to discuss further. 

Key Responsibilities:

·      Capture a two-room exhibit space using 3D scanning, photogrammetry, or virtual tour software

·      Design and produce an interactive virtual walkthrough experience

·      Incorporate audio narration or interpretive elements to enhance visitor engagement

·      Collaborate with museum staff to ensure accurate representation of exhibit content

·      Deliver a final product that can be embedded or hosted on the museum’s website

Preferred Skills & Experience:

·      Experience with 3D capture tools

·      Familiarly with virtual tour platforms or web-based interactive media

·      Audio recording/editing experience (a plus)

·      Strong attention to detail and ability to work within a timeline

Support Provided: Museum staff will provide a script and a narrator for the audio component and will be available to collaborate throughout the project to ensure accuracy and alignment with exhibit goals. 

Timeline:

·      Project start: As soon as possible

·      Final deliverable: Before end of November 2026