Graphic Design and Exhibitions Assistant

Nelda C And H J Lutcher Stark Foundation•Orange, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Graphic Design and Exhibitions Assistant provides graphic design support for the Exhibitions department while assisting with the design, production, installation, and maintenance of exhibitions. When needed and as assigned, the Exhibitions Assistant will assist in the work of the Collections department. The Exhibitions Assistant works with the Exhibitions Manager and Director, Collections & Exhibitions, Art & History Venues.

Requirements

Demonstrate proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
Use of manual and power tools
Applicants must be detail oriented, enthusiastic, and capable of doing repetitive tasks, with excellent computer skills.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry 10-50 lbs. short distances.
Ability to climb step stools and carry objects upstairs.
Vision requirements needed are color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to enter data into a computer, wear gloves and be able to perform delicate operations when dealing with fragile objects.
Have good, clear communication skills both verbally and written and able to understand spoken communications.
While performing the duties of this job, the Exhibitions Assistant is required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, and see.

Nice To Haves

Experience in 3D modeling software, like SketchUp, is a plus.
Art handling preferred
Matting and framing, mount making preferred
Knowledge of collections management systems or other relational databases preferred, such as The Museum System (TMS)
Data entry preferred
Knowledge of museum collections care practices preferred
Experience in Collections & Exhibitions is preferred but not required; candidates without experience will receive training.

Responsibilities

Develop graphic designs for exhibitions, projects and programs at the Stark Museum of Art and The W.H. Stark House, to be reviewed, approved, and finalized by the Exhibitions Manager.
Collaborate with SMA and WHSH staff to translate exhibition content into clear and visually engaging graphic materials, while maintaining appropriate project branding.
Execute the layout and formatting of large-scale graphics related to exhibitions, including wall text, panels, labels, signage, and vinyl materials.
Ensure graphic materials are accurate, accessible, legible, and appropriate for diverse audiences.
Prepare design files for professional printing, fabrication, and installation, ensuring accurate dimensions and file specifications.
Design initial layout for annual Reindeer Trail exhibition, and support Exhibitions Manager in updating graphics, panels, and vinyl as needed.
Work with Exhibitions Manager to assess exhibition furniture needs for exhibitions, design exhibition furniture for objects and/or interactives, and built and paint exhibition furniture as needed.
Install exhibitions under supervision of Exhibitions Manager, including object movement, hanging and mounting of collections artwork and objects.
Install vinyl wall graphics and panels under supervision of Exhibitions Manager.
Prepare artwork and objects for exhibition, including matting, framing, and making object mounts under supervision of Exhibitions Manager.
Maintain galleries, including patching and painting walls and exhibition furniture.
Conduct daily walkthroughs of the Stark Museum of Art galleries to identify issues including, but not limited to, burned out lights, malfunctioning technology, damaged touch objects, crooked labels, spots on Plexiglas, or condition issues.
Maintain exhibitions inventories including supplies, frames, mounts, risers, stanchions, lights, pedestals, and bonnets.
Create and maintain 360-degree virtual tours of the Stark Museum of Art and The W.H. Stark House using Matterport.
Participate in Collections & Exhibitions department initiatives, planning, and goal-setting in support of Art & History Venues and Foundation priorities and strategic operations.
Other duties as assigned.