The Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) seeks a full-time Graphic Designer to join its Communications and Marketing team. Reporting to the Deputy Director, and collaborating with colleagues across Museum departments, the Graphic Designer will work in a fast-paced environment, generating a broad range of branded materials for print, web, and motion that support institutional goals, including marketing and advertising initiatives, fundraising activities, special events, and more.
The Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) seeks a full-time Graphic Designer to join its Communications and Marketing team. Reporting to the Deputy Director, and collaborating with colleagues across Museum departments, the Graphic Designer will work in a fast-paced environment, generating a broad range of branded materials for print, web, and motion that support institutional goals, including marketing and advertising initiatives, fundraising activities, special events, and more.
The Museum of Arts and Design connects people to the creative potential of materials and skilled making. MAD provides opportunities for employees to enrich and develop their love of art, craft, and design while contributing their specific skills, expertise, and talents. www.madmuseum.org
COMPENSATION AND SCHEDULE
This is a full-time, exempt position with compensation between $70,000-$75,000 per annum, depending on experience. The work schedule will be Monday through Friday, onsite at the Museum, from 9:30 am-5:30 pm.
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
BENEFITS
Subsidized medical health coverage
Dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage
403(b) retirement plan with discretionary employer match
12 paid holidays per year
Paid time off, including sick leave
Flexible spending accounts (pre-tax income for eligible health and dependent care expenses)
Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for mass transit or parking expenses)
Access to a variety of cultural institutions, discounts to museum stores, and a stimulating and collegial work environment
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job posting describes you, then please apply for this role.
MAD provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or domestic partner status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, HIV status, military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
If you enjoy helping others, like working together as a team, care about details, and want to share our interest in art, craft, and design with others, then we want to hear from you! Please submit a cover letter, resume, and digital portfolio or link to professional work samples to recruit@madmuseum.org and include "Graphic Designer" in the subject line of your email. Applications without a cover letter and work samples will not be considered. Only eligible candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls, please.