Under the direction of the Collections Manger of the Escalette Collection Permanent Art Collection, an academic unit of Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the Student Graphic Designer will assist with a range of graphic design projects including: creating object labels, designing exhibition didactics, working with printers to prepare projects for print on various materials, printing labels and other projects using the Design/Create/Innovate ( DCI ) lab, creating installation mock-ups, and designing flyers, newsletters, and other promotional material as needed.
The successful candidate will be able to work within brand guidelines while also working collaboratively with exhibition curators to develop creative visual strategies.
Responsibilities
- Design exhibition didactics, including title panels, interactive displays, and extended object labels for exhibitions across campus, following best practices established by the American Alliance of Museums ( AAM ).
- Ensure all graphic materials adhere to the Escalette Collection’s brand guidelines and visual identity.
- Prepare print-ready files and coordinate with vendors to produce exhibition graphics and other printed materials.
- Print exhibition labels, stickers, and other materials using the Design/Create/Innovate ( DCI ) Lab as needed.
- Collaborate with the Collections Manager to develop installation mock-ups and exhibition layouts.
- Assist the Social Media Student Assistant in creating graphics and other visual content for digital platforms as needed.
- Edit and enhance photographs of artworks, exhibitions, installations, and public programs.
- Design promotional materials, including flyers, newsletters, and other marketing and outreach materials.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
- Professional, dependable, organized, and able to multi-task
- Strong knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles
- Creative problem solving and adaptability in developing new ideas
- Ability to work well and quickly under pressure, both individually and as a part of a team.
- Interest in exhibition design and the desire to explore this interest in a professional setting.
- Excellent project management skills to consistently meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with, or interest in learning, technology at the Design/Create/Innovate ( DCI ) Lab. Desired Qualifications
- Interest in, or familiarity with, contemporary art Special Instructions to Applicants Budget Information Is Federal work-study required? With or Without FWS