State Of Colorado - Denver, CO
posted 3 months ago
The Graphic Designer and Exhibitions Technician will play a vital role as a member of the Design & Production team at History Colorado, contributing to the creation of impactful, acclaimed, and award-winning exhibitions across the state. This two-year term-limited position involves collaborating closely with the Affiliate Network team to ensure that Colorado's stories are presented to diverse audiences through traveling exhibitions. The successful candidate will support the mission of connecting and growing Colorado's 400+ history museums and organizations, pushing creative boundaries to offer visitors memorable experiences. In this role, you will be responsible for creating dynamic graphic design packages for exhibitions, which include designing two-dimensional components such as infographics, interpretive panels, object labels, large-scale murals, interactives, and flip-books. You will participate in the design and production of an average of eight exhibitions per year, ranging from mezzanine installations to large gallery exhibitions. Additionally, you will prepare exhibitions for travel by creating installation guide books, packing plans, and setting standardized shipment procedures. Your responsibilities will also include assisting with the installation and deinstallation of traveling exhibitions, managing inventory and storage, and representing History Colorado during travel for Affiliate Network projects. Collaboration is key in this position, as you will work with colleagues across various departments, including curatorial services, collections access, publications, philanthropy, membership, marketing, and communications, to ensure a clear understanding of exhibition planning and the affiliates network. You will also support other departments within History Colorado by providing requested design work, making this a multifaceted role that requires strong communication skills and a passion for exploring ideas and amplifying diverse voices.