Graphic Designer

Dallas Museum Of Art - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Dallas, TX

Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions

About the position

The Graphic Designer at the Dallas Museum of Art plays a crucial role in enhancing the museum's visual identity through high-quality print and digital communications. This position involves collaborating with the Experience team to create original designs that support attendance and revenue-generating initiatives, ensuring a consistent brand-focused aesthetic across all materials. The designer will oversee production processes, manage budgets, and maintain the museum's graphic standards while working closely with various departments and external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Design, produce, and oversee production of graphic projects including marketing and advertising materials, institutional publications, and signage.
• Implement and maintain the visual application of the Museum's brand and ensure adherence to graphic standards.
• Collaborate on web-based communications, including e-newsletters and social media content.
• Oversee external contractors for design and production of graphics.
• Consult with freelance artists and agencies for creative concepts and deliverables.
• Assist in protecting the Museum's copyright and that of the artworks.
• Stay informed about current production methods and media innovations.
• Track materials for timely installation of graphic elements and ensure accuracy of text.
• Manage production schedules, negotiate costs, and ensure quality control of graphics projects.
• Prepare and recommend budgets for graphic projects and maintain inventory of graphics equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a closely related field or comparable work experience required.
• 1-2 years' experience in a graphic design role preferred.
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Acrobat on Mac OSX platform.
• Excellent judgment in creating designs with compelling typography, color palettes, and layouts.
• Superior graphic design skills and ability to visually communicate brand standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Strong organizational planning, budgetary, and project timeline abilities.
• Ability to solve problems and prioritize needs in fast-paced situations.
• Detail-oriented with accurate typing/keyboarding skills.
• Experience in media, marketing, and advertising.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in web design and HTML coding.

Benefits

• Full Museum benefits
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling