Manager - Advertising Design Job at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Ar

About The Kennedy Center About The Kennedy Center The Kennedy Center is the nation's cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.

At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

Mission Statement : As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts.

Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include :

Staff offers for discount tickets

Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)

Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)

Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire

11 paid holidays per year

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA

Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate's skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities.

Job Description To lead the designers in creating designs and providing graphic services for materials developed in the Advertising Department, including digital and print advertising, social media graphics and video editing, direct mail, collateral, institutional publications, and other materials as required by the Kennedy Center.

Key Responsibilities Team leader, overseeing all design generated by the department to ensure high quality work. Supervise Assistant Manager Advertising Design, Senior Graphic Artists, and Graphic Artist.

Taking the lead on large-scale projects such as CENTER magazine, Annual Report, Special Events, and Development.

Creating designs on computer for ads, direct mail, social media graphics and video editing, digital signage, collateral, and other materials as assigned. Specifying printing instructions, reviewing bluelines and other printer's proofs.

Other duties as assigned.

Coordinating and ensuring the completion of work according to deadlines and priorities set by the Advertising Services Manager and the Assistant Manager, Advertising Production.

Key Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent education in graphic / commercial art and must have at least eight years related professional experience including supervisory experience.

Proficiency in desktop publishing software (Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) in a PC environment.

Proficient in layout and design and computer-generated artwork production and have a working knowledge of four-color printing process.

Must provide a portfolio that demonstrates ability and experience.

Ability to handle multiple assignments under the pressure of tight deadlines; be detail-oriented and organized; able to follow creative direction; and conscientious about following purchasing and routing procedures and taking instructions for edits and changes.

Must have experience leading, mentoring, evaluating, and managing a design team.

Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Candidate must be willing to work onsite.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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