Print & Graphic Design Manager

The Print and Graphic Design Manager is responsible for developing and managing the creative and graphic design process for the California Science Center to effectively promote the museum across a wide variety of media. This includes, but is not limited to, the conception, design and branding of all California Science Center print and digital publications, promotional signage, advertisements, website graphics and e-newsletters. The position works closely with all departments to design and provide art direction to ensure the Science Center brand stays consistent.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.F.A. in Graphic Design strongly preferred
• At least 5 years of experience in graphic design, publication management and maintaining brand consistency throughout designs
• Experience working for a museum, science center, informal education institution, or nonprofit organization is highly desirable
• Fluency and hands-on experience with industry standard software (Adobe Creative Cloud applications), file-management services (Dropbox, SharePoint), and digital asset management systems (cloud-based DAM)
• Working knowledge of modern web design techniques, including XHTML and CSS
• Knowledge of PHP Hypertext Preprocessor Language and Content Management Systems; Drupal CMS a plus
• Strong working knowledge of Mac platforms and troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated record of creativity; conceptually talented and innovative in developing effective creative concepts and seeing them through from design to execution
• Strong familiarity with offset and digital printing processes including, but not limited to, prepress, concrete file preparation and paper stock selection
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with print and signage vendors; must know how to articulate print specifications to print vendors
• Excellent proofreading skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication, collaboration and solution-building skills
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and create designs on tight deadlines
• Adherence to current expectation to work a minimum of four days in the office per week, with flexibility to work additional days on-site as needed to advance projects and priorities
• Ability to work a 40-hour week required; willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings on occasion

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

COMPENSATION

$31.25 to $33.65 / Hour

APPLICATION PROCESS

Email all application materials (Resume, Cover Letter, Application) to [emailprotected]

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