Graphic and Multimedia Designer at Clark Planetarium (OPEN UNTIL FILLED)
Graphic and Multimedia Designer at Clark Planetarium (OPEN UNTIL FILLED)
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Creates graphic solutions for a wide variety of print social media photographic video display and presentation projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in Graphic Arts Graphic Design Applied Design Fine Art Videography Video editing Photography or other closely related field plus skills in use of computer graphics programs and equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position.
Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Designs and produces a wide variety of print photographic display and presentation materials to promote division and programs.
- Consults with in-house client(s) and team to develop design concepts for graphic art. Follows all work to completion coordinating publication with print companies and adjusting to make revisions and enhancements.
- Plans and arranges art layouts for printed materials such as posters brochures newsletters reports and bookmarks.
- Evaluates designs and produces displays and printed materials signs website content and graphics for the internet.
- Edits existing available media for use in Division-specific facilities web presence exhibits and other locations. Photographs programs special events and staff activities.
- Assists in the development and implementation of a/v files and still images including Education/Exhibits Marketing and Visitor Services.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)
Knowledge of:
- Principles practices and techniques of digital art graphic design layout web graphics and illustration
- Display and sign materials
- Visual and artistic design
- Web page editing and design
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Industry standards relating to a/v production practices
- Applications relating to composing and editing a/v files image editing and web publishing
- Audio software for recording mixing editing dialogue music and effects in both production and post- production stages
- Hardware/software standards for digital a/v duplication
- Rules and guidelines for using social media programs such as Facebook X Instagram etc. and blogs
Skills and Abilities to:
- Apply rules of grammar punctuation and spelling
- Operate computer scanner laser printer production equipment digital camera and other graphics-related equipment
- Use current graphic design software (Adobe InDesign Creative Suite)
- Learn quickly and adapt as technology and graphic design techniques become more sophisticated
- Organize workloads multi-task and prioritize tasks to adhere to deadlines
- Problem-solve and create action plans
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships that demonstrate sensitivity tact and professionalism
- Publish articles blogs and brochures
- Stay current on technology and graphic design techniques
- Closely monitor and post to social media sites
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to bend stoop kneel and reach. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION
Clark Planetarium is a 7 days per week 363 days per year operation (closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas only) with operational hours averaging 14 hours a day. This position requires working some nights weekends and occasional holidays. Must be able to adjust standard working schedule to accommodate production deadlines as necessary
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