Museum Graphic Designer

Position Overview

The Museum Graphic Designer is responsible for creating visually engaging materials that support the museum’s exhibitions, educational programs, marketing, and visitor experience. This role collaborates closely with curators, educators, marketing teams, and external vendors to deliver compelling graphic solutions that communicate the museum’s mission and enhance its public image.

Key Responsibilities

• Design exhibition graphics, including wall labels, signage, panels, and interactive displays.
• Create print and digital marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, social media graphics, and email campaigns.
• Develop branding elements and visual identities for exhibitions, special events, and museum programming.
• Work with curatorial and education teams to translate complex information into accessible and attractive visual formats.
• Ensure all graphic materials adhere to the museum’s brand guidelines and accessibility standards.
• Coordinate with external print vendors and contractors to manage production and installation of graphic assets.
• Contribute to website design and updates, ensuring a visually appealing and user-friendly online presence.
• Maintain organized archives of graphic files and project assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 2+ years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in a museum, cultural institution, or similar environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity and versatility across print and digital media.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Knowledge of ADA accessibility standards and best practices in design.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in exhibition design or environmental graphics.
• Basic photography and photo editing skills.
• Familiarity with web design platforms (e.g., WordPress, Squarespace).
• Interest in art, history, or cultural education.