Primary Function

The Graphic Designer supports the Communications & Advancement team by creating engaging visual materials that advance The James Museum’s brand, exhibitions, programs, and community presence. This position plays a critical role in fulfilling creative services projects across departments while helping push the Museum’s visual identity forward through thoughtful, consistent, and high-quality design.

Duties & Responsibilities

Design a wide range of print and digital materials in support of museum programs, exhibitions, events, advertising, and promotional efforts
Create visual assets for special exhibitions, including marketing collateral, in-gallery graphics, and supporting materials
Develop graphics for advertising campaigns, social media, email marketing, and other digital assets as needed
Support brand consistency by applying established visual identity standards across all projects
Collaborate with communications, education, and curatorial teams to translate concepts and goals into effective design solutions
Prepare production-ready files for print and digital distribution
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining strong attention to detail
Participate in creative reviews and incorporate feedback into revisions in a timely and professional manner
Assist with general creative services needs as assigned

Skills & Experience

Foundational graphic design skills with an understanding of layout, typography, color, and visual hierarchy
Experience creating print and digital design projects through coursework, internships, freelance work, or professional roles
Ability to follow brand guidelines while contributing creative ideas and solutions
Familiarity with designing for multiple platforms, including print, social media, email, and web
Strong time-management skills and the ability to balance multiple deadlines
Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work

EDUCATION & TRAINING

College degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered
A strong portfolio demonstrating design skills, creative thinking, and technical proficiency is required
Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) required
Additional creative skills such as illustration, photography, video or audio editing are a plus

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to shift priorities as project needs evolve
Comfortable working collaboratively within a team environment as well as independently
Brings creative vision while also being receptive to feedback and direction
Able to thoughtfully apply feedback to improve and refine design work
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Interest in museums, arts, culture, or nonprofit work is a plus

SCHEDULE

This position is primarily scheduled Monday through Friday; however, flexibility is required based on the needs of the department. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be necessary to support programs, events, and other Museum initiatives. Work schedule flexibility and remote work may be available based on the needs of the department.

Benefits

17 days Paid Vacation Leave, 8 Paid Holidays, 10 days Paid Sick Leave
Medical, dental, vision and other voluntary insurance benefits
401k retirement savings plan with a 100% employer match up to 3% of the employee’s pay
Employer paid Basic Life Insurance
Complimentary garage parking
Discounts in shop and cafe
Complimentary admission tickets for family and friends

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