Assistant Manager, Graphic Design & Production - Freelance
About the Museum
The Rubin Museum explores and celebrates the diversity of Himalayan art, ideas, and culture. With its globally renowned collection, the Rubin fosters understanding and appreciation of this extraordinary region by connecting its art and ideas to contemporary issues that are relevant in our visitors’ lives today. Aligned with ongoing research into learning, behavior, and the brain, the Rubin offers innovative exhibitions and programs that ask big questions and examine provocative ideas. Through our work, the museum serves as a space for reflection and personal transformation, opening windows to inner worlds so visitors can better navigate outer ones.
The Rubin’s collection of nearly 4,000 objects tells the story of 1,500 years of Himalayan Art. Inspired by the ideas of Tibetan Buddhism, Hinduism, Bon, and other religious systems, Himalayan art is uniquely conceived as a tool for contemplation and mental training, intended to help viewers develop awareness. We introduce our audiences to these various religious and philosophical traditions and, in doing so, use art to spark reflection, and shift perspectives.
The Rubin presents on-stage conversations, music, film, performances, as well as a robust roster of other innovative educational initiatives. The ground floor provides a lively nexus for conversation, shopping, refreshment, and dining. Anchored by its magnificent staircase, it is free and open to all visitors and serves as a safe and welcoming space for all.
About this Position
The Freelance Assistant Manager of Graphic Design & Production is responsible for print and digital design and production, which may include exhibition labels and texts; brochures; event calendars; invitations; posters; signage; social media; flyers; ads; annual reports; program announcements. This position reports to the Senior Creative Manager within the Marketing & Communications department.
S/he will start by reporting two days a week in March (any two days between Tuesday and Thursday) and 4 days a week (Tuesday-Friday) in April and possibly May. There is potential for this freelance gig to lead to a full-time position.
Responsibilities:
· Act as primary designer for projects as assigned, and provide design support as needed.
· Produce high quality and effective design solutions on schedule and within budget.
· Implement brand guidelines and visual systems across all print and digital materials.
· Maintain the departmental calendar and monitor projects as they move from internal client request through editorial, design, and production; determining job specifications, working with Senior Creative Manager to obtain price quotes, and producing timely, well-designed, and appropriate solutions.
· Collaborate with the Senior Creative Manager and Exhibition Designers in the development and maintenance of gallery materials, exhibition labels and texts.
· Collaborate with the team to produce images and animations for the Museum’s website, digital signage, social media platforms and email campaigns.
· Coordinate and produce the Museum’s signage and templates.
· Provide production assistance for projects as required, including materials sourcing, image retouching and enhancement, typesetting, and file prep.
· Work with seasonal graphic design interns.
· Coordinate with and provide design support for other departments, i.e. creating PowerPoint and Word presentations and templates.
· Keep files organized, accessible and up to date on the server.
· Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· B.A. in graphic design or comparable experience.
· 3 years of professional experience in graphic design, production, and image management. Museum experience a bonus.
· Expert-level understanding of all print production processes and digital industry best practices.
· Knowledge in pre-flighting in pre-press production.
· Knowledge in digital vs offset printing (CMYK/PMS).
· Knowledge of paper specifications and ability to create design mock-up prototypes.
· Portfolio showcasing a wide variety of strong print design.
· Proficiency in digital media, creating advertising banners and gifs.
· Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat.
· Proficiency in Premiere and AfterEffects.
· Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Google Docs.
· Knowledge of Asana (Project Management Web Application)
· Excellent communication and time management skills.
· Ability to work in collaborative, cross-functional team environments.
· Must be organized and detail-oriented with excellent follow-up skills.
· Must be a team player with a “can do,” pitch-in attitude.
Compensation:
· Hourly rate of $30-40 an hour commensurate with experience.
Please provide as part of your application
· Complete resume.
· Portfolio (PDF or website).
· Detailed cover letter, outlining all relevant qualifications.
Application:
· Indicate Freelance Assistant Manager of Graphic Design & Production on the subject line of email and in body of cover letter.
· Applications via email preferred and accepted at jobs@rubinmuseum.org
· Mailed applications – Human Resources Department, Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th Street, New York, New York 10011