Exhibit Graphic Designer – MoPOP – Jobs + Internships + More

SUMMARY

This position works simultaneous as a graphic designer and exhibit designer and is responsible for the planning and designing of museum displays at MoPOP. Graphic design elements include labels, illustrations, and text panels for exhibits, that inform and educate museum visitors. Exhibit design elements include environmental treatments, exhibition layouts, and interactive displays intended to educate and entertain a multigenerational audience.

The exhibit graphic designer works with administrative, curatorial, and exhibit staff members to determine theme, content, interpretative/informational purpose, exhibit location, budget, promotion, and timelines, including schedule for fabrication and installation of exhibit components. In addition, this position works to support institutional graphic design requirements and production needs within the museum.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED)

Develop interpretive graphics, including text panels, artifact citations, info-graphics, and illustrations
Work within exhibit team to craft exhibit graphics that support and illuminate the exhibit goals, content, and design intent
Create typographic standards and layout text for exhibit panels
Administer production of graphics; work with vendors to secure bids for printing and/or custom sign fabrication, and supervise the production process; oversee and direct contract designers/illustrators when needed
Maintain quality controls on graphic production
Produce presentation drawings and present design proposals to the teams responsible for developing and approving new exhibits
Plans layout and display of objects in the museum space
Decide wall colors and arrangements of objects
Organize and keep current files for all drawings, documents, and communications regarding exhibit development and production
Create an archive of all graphics and design-related files, samples, and collateral at the end of each project
Assist with maintenance and repair of permanent exhibit graphics
Support smaller design projects such as collaboration with marketing on exhibit identities
Ensure the integrity of the MoPOP brand on all internally and externally produced design projects
Special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS)

Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.F.A.) in Graphic Design or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Minimum three years of professional experience in graphic design with design of innovative, visitor-focused exhibits
Proven experience in the use of Adobe Design Suite and Microsoft Office programs
Proficiency in creating 3D renderings to scale for exhibit layouts and shop-drawings with programs like SketchUp and AutoCAD
Demonstrated knowledge of space planning, museum exhibition best practices and standards, exhibition lighting, and integrating multimedia concepts into a traditional museum model
Working knowledge of various production processes such as flatbed printing, vinyl, CNC, and various substrate uses
Proven abilities and experience in illustration, image prep, typography, layout, bid preparation, and ability to read floorplans and elevations is preferred
Knowledge of materials and construction techniques unique to the museum field
Ability to maintain budgets and keep to timelines
Must be able to prioritize and use sound time management skills
Ability to work on multiple projects at once
Adept at working on teams
Proven ability to provide effective customer service for internal and external client groups
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills to manage a continuous workflow in a high volume, multi-tasking environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills