The Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) seeks an experienced, full-time graphic designer to implement the creative strategy and overall design of all marketing collateral and visual communications. Reporting to the Director of Communications and Marketing, the graphic designer will play a collaborative role and will work closely with members of the administrative staff to support and communicate the museum’s mission.
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with MOWA staff members from all departments: education, curatorial, development, member services, marketing, MOWA Shop, and the Executive Director;
- Actively participate in interdepartmental meetings and planning sessions;
- Establish and maintain solid relationships with external vendors and partners, including printers, freelancers, photographers, and volunteers;
- Ensure all images and design files are filed, organized, and properly tagged;
- Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment;
- Manage project schedules, prioritize and re-prioritize as demands change to ensure timely, high-quality, accurate, and brand-consistent deliverables; and
- Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
The graphic designer is responsible for the implementation and design of:
- Institutional marketing collateral;
- Exhibition catalogues (1-3 books per year);
- Quarterly member newsletter;
- E-newsletters, e-invitations, and other digital communications;
- Exhibition and special event collateral: invitations, labels, signage, handouts, flyers, lobby television slideshows, etc.;
- Variable data letters, envelopes, reply mechanisms, and other solicitation pieces;
- Select MOWA Shop merchandise; and
- Design of graphics and visuals for use within website, digital advertising, and social media.
In addition to print and digital design, the graphic designer will assist in:
- Photographing exhibition openings, special events, member programs, and other activities outside of regular work hours (1-3 per month) as assigned;
- Various videography projects; and
- Color correcting, photo editing, and organizing all digital assets on the network drive.