Graphic Designer

Description:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of the Deputy Director, conceptualize, develop and produce compelling designs for a variety of print, digital, and environmental applications, all consistent with MAD’s brand identity standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Design compelling print and digital ad campaigns that spur awareness of MAD and contribute to admissions revenue goals

· Design and create a variety of promotional videos, animation, and assets for use in digital marketing efforts (website, social media, eblasts) for major exhibitions, programs, and events

· Update and/or create signage systems (digital and print) that promote programming and support visitor wayfinding onsite

· Design and produce materials to support the Museum’s fundraising and campaign initiatives, including digital and print collateral for membership acquisition, event invitations, etc.

· Support exhibition design occasionally with bespoke graphic design needs (i.e., timelines, title graphics, etc.)

· Support The Store at MAD with the design of promotional signage and advertising, as needed

· Update and/or create templates for routine design needs (i.e., digital letterhead, presentation decks, email signatures, etc.) for use by Museum colleagues

· Work independently to develop design concepts and layouts for assigned design jobs, generating multiple solutions for consideration and review by supervisor and internal clients

· Manage the design and production process from start to finish, including participation in intake meetings from internal clients, project management, securing estimates, and production supervision

· Communicate and collaborate frequently with Marketing colleagues and other departments across the Museum

QUALIFICATIONS

· BFA in Graphic Design, Communication Design, or related field

· Minimum of three (3) years of professional graphic design experience

· Ability to understand and implement established brand guidelines and visual identities across print and digital applications

· Exceptional typographic and layout skills

· Excellent organizational and project management skills, with a close attention to detail

· Ability to move seamlessly from project to project and juggle multiple priorities, as required

· Collaborative work style, with strong client relations and communications skills

· Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator)

· Motion graphics experience strongly preferred

· Experience with Adobe After Effects / Sketch / Cinema 4D, a plus

· Experience with UX/UI design desired

· Knowledge of contemporary art, design, and craft desirable