Marketing Communications Designer

Job Title:  Marketing Communications Designer

Department:  Marketing & Communications

Reports to:  Director of Marketing & Communications

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Employment Status:  Full-Time

Annual Compensation:  $51,800 - $60,000

Deadline to Apply:  July 22, 2024 at 5:00pm Eastern

Since our founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of our collection, our innovative and extensive education programs, and our architecturally significant campus.  And thanks to the benevolence of its founders, as well as the continued support of its members, TMA remains a privately endowed, non-profit institution and opens its collection to the public, free of charge.

At the Toledo Museum of Art, we are dedicated to fulfilling our mission and our commitment to cultivating an organizational culture where every individual feels valued, inspired, respected, and empowered. We believe fostering such a culture requires everyone to work daily at positively enhancing the experience of our team members. We hope all interested in employment here will strive to elevate our mission and our culture!

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for producing high-quality marketing content that engages audiences and effectively communicates the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) brand, exhibitions, and public events.  This position will apply creativity to produce new marketing and promotional ideas to achieve Museum goals. Manages internal stakeholders and external vendors to develop marketing content and designs that meet time, budget, and logistical constraints. Demonstrates high collaboration skills with staff and embraces accountability. Maintains an organized work environment and schedule to aid in management of a diverse range of design projects across all media.

The Toledo Museum of Art is committed to a strategic plan that creates a more inclusive experience, where a high-quality collection meets a culture of belonging. All marketing and communication efforts at TMA must explore unique and relevant ways to express these strategic goals. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator with strong organizational and execution skills, have a passion for art museums and a knack for creating compelling visual designs and marketing communication content that engages and informs our diverse audience. You will be responsible for developing and executing accessible design concepts that support our marketing initiatives and enhance our brand presence and reflect TMA values of diversity, community, innovation, and trust.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Content Creation and Production:
   • Collaborates with the marketing and communications teammates on overall marketing efforts (Social Media, Website, CRM, PR). Produces engaging marketing content, including advertising campaigns, graphic design, brochures, and motion graphics.
   • Designs informative and educational marketing materials that enhance visitor experiences and promote museum exhibitions, events, and other programs.
   • Conceptualizes and implements marketing design solutions that are consistent with the TMA brand identity.
   • Skillfully makes advertising and design presentations; advocates for design solutions.
   • Revises concepts and designs based on feedback
   • Prepares final artwork to production specifications.
   • Communicates with vendors to produce final artwork that meets production specifications and deadlines.
   • Works with the Marketing Operations Manager to recommend production methods and materials to maximize effectiveness and minimize cost.
2. Project Management
   • Manages multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced museum environment by:
     • Using effective interpersonal skills to communicate visually, verbally, and through writing.
     • Proactively seeking/requesting necessary proofs, photographs, logos, etc.
     • Thinking conceptually to offer multiple and diverse marketing and design solutions.
   • Creates briefs, mockups, and prototypes as needed.
   • Provides strong design concepts and designs and responds resiliently to design critiques and challenges.
   • Proactively seeks and requests necessary copy, photography, logos, etc.
   • Effectively guides volunteers and/or interns (as needed).
3. Serves on Cross-Functional Teams and Projects:
   • Attends and participates in meetings with cross-functional teams and the Marketing & Communications team.
   • Demonstrates collaboration through strong listening skills and ability to co-create with others.
   • Maintains organized files and documentation for all design projects, including image archives, style guides, and production specifications.
   • Meets with internal clients to establish communication and design goals, audience, budget, and deadlines.
4. Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field required.
• 3+ years related graphic design experience required preferably in a museum, cultural institution or creative agency setting/marketing and communications agency.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES

• Passion for art, history, and cultural heritage, with a commitment to promoting diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion through design.
• Experience using variety of design tools and software, including Adobe Creative Suite and Adobe After Effects, Canva, and Microsoft Office.
• Motion graphics (Adobe After Effects), photography, videography, and editing skills
• Working knowledge of the entire design process from start to finish.
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design projects, with a focus on print and digital media.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practice in design is desirable.
• Proficient with hands-on production; measuring, cutting, folding, and other post-print finishes.
• are a plus.
• A demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team, across all levels of the organization.
• Flexibly organizes resources, establishes priorities, and uses time efficiently.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Standard open office work environment shared with co-workers, with related phone, computer, and printer noise. Position requires ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, printer, cutting devices and phone system; the person in this position frequently communicates with public membership and staff who have inquiries and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds; Support given to various departments across campus may result in occasional exposure to uncomfortable weather conditions.

BENEFITS

• 25 Days of Paid Time Off Annually
• 6 Paid Holidays Annually
• 2 Floating Holidays Annually
• 3 Paid Volunteer Days Annually
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Term Life and AD&D Insurance Plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Museum Family Membership
• Employee Discounts in the Museum Store, Café, Studio Art Classes, & More!

The Toledo Museum of Art provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes. The Museum is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity to achieve their full potential in the workplace. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at jobs@toledomuseum.org or (567)-666-0387.