Graphic Designer

About the position

The graphic designer is responsible for the development of engaging and diverse designs for a variety of media including print, digital, interactive and email communications. The ideal candidate is creative, solution-oriented, a self-starter and a team player that closely collaborates with internal departments to develop, execute and launch projects that support the Museum's brand voice and marketing strategies. This role demands excellent attention to detail, a strong sense of urgency and the ability to work independently with sound judgment. Reporting to the Director of Design, the Graphic Designer plays a pivotal role in supporting the Museum's efforts to advance the public understanding of organized crime's history and impact on American society.

Responsibilities

• Design high-impact promotional and advertising campaigns, email marketing materials, social media, web and e-commerce assets, event collateral, property signage and other items as needed.
• Support digital marketing efforts by creating ads, memes, infographics, and other shareable visual content; measure results; implement market-driven solutions to boost results.
• Translate briefs and marketing plans into articulated creative concepts using mood boards, interactive prototypes and comps.
• Present creative concepts, strategy, and rationale to all levels of the organization in a meeting or group setting.
• Responsible for the quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of creative materials.
• Collaborate with internal departments to produce sales kits, private event signs, educational program materials, presentations and special projects to name a few.
• Handle in-house print production from template preparation to physical collateral production.
• Actively ensure brand standard consistency and continuity with all company logos, images and visuals; ensure compliance with all internal policies and federal/state/local regulations regarding marketing materials.
• Prepare assets as needed for digital, web, social platforms, print, packaging and video.
• Edit and retouch photos to ensure high-quality imagery for digital and print materials. Assist with collateral updates and version control.
• Utilize project management systems and processes to maintain efficient and organized delivery of creative assets.
• Share responsibility in maintaining internal databases of designs, photography, video and digital ad platforms with the Technology department.
• Manage multiple projects and adhere to established schedules, ensuring quality standards are met; adhere to production requirements while working with outside vendors; organize and maintain library of key art, logos and content updates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent education and experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in design in an agency, in-house or freelance.
• Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
• Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills.
• Excellent computer knowledge for both Windows and Mac environments.
• Proficient in standard design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD and Lightroom Classic).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the Internet.
• An understanding of UI/UX (user interface/user experience) design, digital production for web and print.
• Demonstrated typographic, color, and layout abilities, production knowledge, and an understanding of digital production for print.
• A keen eye for photography or creative visual tactics.
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, WordPress, HTML, CSS and 3D software is a plus.
• Product photography and e-commerce experience are a plus.
• Video production such as editing and animation is a strong advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of designing for multiple screen resolutions and sizes.
• Advanced knowledge of production requirements across all media.
• Approach new projects creatively. Have a good eye for high-end design and style.
• Demonstrate passion for web technologies and graphic design.
• Must remain current on design production software.
• Ability to learn quickly with the capability to multitask and handle multiple files, jobs and projects at once.
• Able to work well under pressure, independently and complete assigned tasks within identified time frames.
• Proactive, eager to solve problems and a commitment to accepting responsibility.
• Team player; excellent communication skills, ability to interact with personalities from different departments.
• Organized, dependable and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills, judgment, high integrity and ethical character are also required.
• Enthusiasm for working in an organization where change is frequent, the structure is evolving, and flexibility, teamwork, and good humor are absolute necessities.
• Passion for creating a world-class museum that is unrivaled in content and recognized for a truly outstanding guest experience.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Desire to continue to grow skill set with ongoing education and training.
• Physical ability to evaluate visual design elements and aesthetics.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, WordPress, HTML, CSS and 3D software.
• Product photography and e-commerce experience.
• Video production such as editing and animation.