Graphic Designer

 THE OPPORTUNITY

Located in the heart of San Francisco, the Asian Art Museum is home to one of the world’s finest collections of Asian art, boasting more than 18,000 inspiring artworks ranging from ancient jades and ceramics to contemporary video installations. Dynamic special exhibitions, cultural celebrations, and public programs for all ages provide rich art experiences that unlock the past and spark questions about the future.

The Asian Art Museum is actively recruiting for a Graphic Designer who will conceive, design, and produce printed and digital materials for all areas of visual communication representing the museum. These materials include exhibition and program graphics, gallery guides, short-term exhibition branding programs, advertisements, web materials, brochures, the membership magazine, invitations, and other collateral. Working with a variety of internal clients, the Graphic Designer develops designs that meet time, budget, and logistical constraints. The Graphic Designer ensures that all materials adhere to brand guidelines, reflect high standards of creativity; and support the museum’s artistic vision and business goals. 

The incumbent must work well with multiple deadlines and plurality in communication styles and have experience working with vendors and service-providers to see projects through from concept to completion. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Coordinates and effectively administers the workflow of the graphic design function by developing high-quality, accurate designs and layouts for museum projects.  

• Generates creative ideas and develops original design concepts in workshops and in feedback meetings; encourages “design-thinking” across all stakeholder departments; presents and advocates design solutions. 

• Provides high-standard creative input and expertise in support of promotional campaigns for the museum. 

• Produces professional-quality promotional, exhibition and campaign collateral for print and digital dissemination. 

• Works creatively within a set of brand guidelines and ensures that all material in use by the organization meet brand specifications. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field 

• Three (3) years of related experience in online and offline creative development, graphic design, and production; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrated in a portfolio of representative work. 

• Strong understanding of design principles, techniques, and technologies; a strong visual sense and a solid understanding of the creative processes involved in creating high quality online and offline materials. 

• Advanced Adobe Create Suite skills, familiarity with Macintosh platform. 

• Ability to understand and internalize a brand and translate it into materials; develop creative approaches; see the big picture while paying impeccable attention to detail.  

• Sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural differences and communicating with culturally diverse audiences. 

• Outstanding written and oral communications skills 


• Self-motivated and goal-oriented team player  

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Normal office environment. 


• Requires sitting at a computer for extended periods of time.  

Compensation 

The Asian Art Museum is committed to practicing salary transparency. The hourly range for this position is $36.7359 - $44.1208/hr. This FLSA non-exempt opportunity includes a generous benefits package, including but not limited to: 

• Fully covered medical, dental and vision insurance for employee 


• 12 paid holidays (2024) 


• 15 days of vacation starting  


• 12 days of sick leave 


• Group retirement plan starting after one year of employment 

This position is represented by Local 1021, Service Employees International Union.   

New hires typically start at the beginning of the wage range.  

The application period for this posting will close on August 7th at 11:59pm

OUR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION COMMITMENTS   

At the Asian Art Museum, we are dedicated to ideating, building, and holding ourselves accountable for Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Inclusion in everything we do. We strive to foster a culture of respect, belonging and inclusivity for all employees.    

Our mission is to celebrate, preserve, and promote Asian and Asian American art and cultures for local and global audiences. We provide a dynamic forum for exchanging ideas, inviting collaboration, and fueling imagination to deepen understanding and empathy among people of all backgrounds.   

Diversity of thought and experience is essential to our mission, and we are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. 

WHAT'S NEXT?   

Apply online at https://about.asianart.org/careers/. Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. Application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria described. Candidates deemed to be the most highly qualified will be invited to participate in the interview process. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete but may fluctuate depending on the role. Appointment is subject to completion of a thorough background check process.   

The Asian Art Museum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories (arrest and criminal histories) consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.