Posting Details
Student Title Classification Information
Quick Link
https://chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/35189
Job Number
SE64424
Position Information
Department or Unit Name
Art Collections
Position Headcount
1
Position Title
Graphic Designer - Escalette Permanent Art Collection
Academic Year
Academic Year 2024-25
Term or Semester
All Academic Year
Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student?
Undergrad
Anticipated Pay Range
$17.00-$17.00
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
On which Campus will this work be done?
Orange
Approved Supervisor
Jessica Bocinski
Supervisor Email
bocinski@chapman.edu
Scheduling
Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar
(https://www.chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)
Desired Start Date
09/02/2024
Projected End Date
05/25/2025
Average number of hours per week
Up to 10 Hrs
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
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 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
- Create and design didactics ranging from titles, interactive displays, and extended object labels for exhibitions throughout campus according to best practices established by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM).
- Ensure all designs are consistent with Escalette Collection brand guidelines.
- Coordinate with printers to prepare files for print on various materials.
- Print labels, stickers, and other materials at the Design/Create/Innovate (DCI) lab as needed.
- Assist the Collections Manger to create mock-ups of installations.
- Assist Social Media student worker with creating social media posts as needed.
- Edit photographs of events, artworks, and installations.
- Assist with designing flyers, monthly newsletter, and other promotional materials.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Professional, dependable, organized, and able to multi-task.
- Strong knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
- Creativity, 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 museum/gallery field.
- Interest in contemporary art.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Budget Information
Is Federal work-study required?
With or Without FWS