Design Specialist - Graphics

Conner Prairie Museum•Fishers, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Design Specialist produces marketing materials for print and digital platforms under the supervision of the Graphic Designer. This entry-level role translates design direction into high-quality deliverables that support Conner Prairie's marketing and communications objectives.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a closely related field required
Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Skilled in typography, color theory, and layout composition.
Familiar with social media graphic formats and platform requirements.
Ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines with strong attention to detail.
Strong collaboration and clear communication skills.
A portfolio demonstrating creative range across print and digital work is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and demonstrated design experience will be considered.
Familiarity with motion graphics or short-form video editing (Adobe Premiere Pro or After Effects) preferred.
Experience with email marketing design platforms such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact preferred.
Familiarity with project management software such as ClickUp preferred.
Interest in history, cultural institutions, or informal education environments preferred.
Basic understanding of ADA accessibility standards for print and digital design preferred.

Responsibilities

Produces print and digital materials, such as event collateral, brochures, flyers, digital display graphics, email templates, and visitor signage, under the direction of the Graphic Designer.
Executes design concepts and layout revisions in line with Conner Prairie's brand standards and the Graphic Designer's vision.
Prepares and packages files for print production, ensuring all specifications are met before submitting to vendors.
Assists with coordinating and installing signage and displays as directed.
Supports exhibition and in-gallery graphic needs in collaboration with the Graphic Designer and other staff.
Creates platform-formatted graphics for Instagram, Facebook, and other active channels, including feed posts, Stories, and Reels covers.
Designs digital event flyers and promotional graphics for social distribution, adaptable for email and web use.
Produces video support assets such as title cards, lower thirds, end cards, and graphic overlays for Reels and YouTube content.
Designs thumbnails and cover images for video content across platforms.
Develops and maintains branded templates for recurring content types such as event promos, program announcements, and seasonal campaigns.
Resizes and adapts design assets for use across digital platforms and varying format requirements.
Assists with basic photo editing and image retouching for marketing purposes.
Collaborates with MarCom team members and other departments to fulfill design requests promptly.
Maintains organized working files and assists with managing the digital asset library.
Communicates proactively regarding project status, timelines, and production issues.
Participates in team meetings and contributes ideas that support the department's creative output.