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Space Center Houston · 1 month ago

Experience Graphic Designer

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Space Center Houston is a space exploration learning destination dedicated to revealing how science and humanity power space exploration. They are seeking a full-time Experience Graphic Designer responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and producing high-quality print and digital graphics for experiences and exhibitions.

Education

Responsibilities

Creative attractive and engaging presentations (both internal and external) that clearly communicate design ideas and concepts

Produce visually compelling, production-ready graphics for current and upcoming exhibits

Develop and concept graphic concepts to convey the organization’s messaging and brand strategy through design

Collaborate closely with internal and external partners to deliver materials and assets that effectively communicate our experiential interpretive goals

Give accurate project timeline projections, acquire approvals and meet deadlines while managing and executing multiple projects and priorities (both independently and working with a team) by using project management systems and advanced organizational skills

Maintain quality control and carry projects through to execution, including acquiring bids, file setup, sending artwork to press and final proofs

Utilize the organization’s resources effectively by obtaining multiple bids from vendors and recommending the most qualified and cost-efficient options, prioritizing high-quality results

Research and stay current with graphic-design marketing and public relations trends and share information with director and team

Serve as an expert advisor on graphic design and brand strategy to the organization

Become a subject matter expert on our branded PowerPoint template and provide training and guidance to internal users to ensure implementation of a cohesive look and feel

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and processes for area of responsibility, as well as logo and identity brand standards

Serve key internal department client(s) with its communications needs (public relations, marketing and other messaging) by developing creative briefs and strategic communications plans and working with department colleagues to ensure plan is executed in a timely manner

Support the work of, and collaborate with, other Communications Team members

Use communication skills to influence, guide and motivate stakeholders internally and externally with tact, reasoning and sensitivity

Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteGraphic design principlesBranding knowledgeHTMLCSSMicrosoft Office SuitePhotographyVideographyVideo editingInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in visual arts and applied design, graphic design, graphic arts, marketing or a related field

A minimum of five years of professional experience in graphic design and production

Highly skilled in Adobe Creative Suite with strong experience in Illustrator and Photoshop

Knowledge of HTML and CSS required

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Comfortable and able to work with Microsoft Windows-based computers

Advanced knowledge of branding and its use in marketing and public relations

Able to uphold brand requirements and goals while pushing creative boundaries

Expert knowledge of graphic design best practices and principles for print, web, social media and other digital projects

Demonstrates creative flair, originality and a strong visual sense for branding and integrating visual elements across multiple mediums in print and digital

Strong attention to detail, especially in proofing and making accurate edits, and an ability to solve problems and offer solutions

High level of professionalism, energy, enthusiasm and collaboration

Able to give and accept constructive criticism

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills in order to interact with various internal and external stakeholders

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage and set multiple priorities, both independently and working with a team

Gives accurate project timeline projections, acquires approvals and meets deadlines

Available to work flexible hours including some weekends and/or nights