Graphics & Design Spec I, MAG

University of Rochester • San Ramon, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Rochester, guided by its commitment to Meliora - Ever Better, is seeking a Graphics & Design Specialist I for the Memorial Art Gallery. This full-time position is responsible for conceptualizing and creating graphic designs, layouts, and marketing materials for various departments including Advancement, Marketing & Engagement, exhibitions, programs, and general museum needs. The role involves collaborating with teams to develop compelling visual ideas, managing deadlines, and ensuring brand consistency across all platforms. The specialist will also support exhibition design, manage design files, coordinate with external vendors, and assist with wide format printing.

The University of Rochester is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture, upholding values of equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. This commitment extends to ensuring a diverse and thriving community for all.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field of study required.
• 1 – 2 years of graphic design experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Commensurate design experience as showcased in a portfolio required.
• High proficiency and productivity in MS Office.
• High proficiency and productivity in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong understanding of industry trends, composition, typography, and layout for design in both digital and print.
• Superb organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple assignments and respond quickly and calmly to tight deadlines.
• Understanding of marketing fundamentals.

Nice To Haves

• An understanding of wide format printing, animation, video, and 3D software not required but a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and create graphic designs, layouts, and marketing materials for Advancement, Marketing & Engagement, exhibitions, programs, and general museum needs.
• Consult with departments to develop high quality, cohesive, and visually compelling ideas and design elements.
• Manage turnaround time and deadlines in concert with the Sr. Creative and Design Specialist.
• Create layouts and graphics for print collateral, e-blasts, and digital display that align with the Museum’s brand and vision.
• Collaborate with various team members to develop, refine, proof, and obtain approval and delivery of graphic design solutions.
• Plan work by gathering and studying information and materials; illustrate the concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size, and style, and related aesthetic concepts; obtains approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, art services, and printers.
• Manage design files and support digital archiving systems.
• Manage deadlines to deliver content with time for edits and approvals.
• Coordinate invoice processing with the Director of Advancement and the Director of Marketing & Engagement.
• Provide graphic design support for events like the Gala and other tasks as assigned.
• Offer graphics support for social media to ensure brand consistency, when necessary.
• Order and maintain marketing materials such as promotional items, brochures, etc.
• Implement design solutions for programming and events that are creative, appropriate, and consistent with the Museum’s brand and vision, while conveying the aims, messages, and themes of the project.
• Support Sr. Creative and Design Specialist with design and typographic layout of exhibition didactics.
• Fabricate scale miniatures of exhibition objects as specified by Sr. Creative and Design Specialist.
• Implement design solutions for departments including Brown Hound, Creative Workshop, THE STORE @ MAG, and the Gallery Council.
• Help maintain and run wide format printer, printing for various department needs, including mounting and finishing.
• Help ensure brand standards and design consistency with the Sr. Creative and Design Specialist.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.
• In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).
• This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level