Associate Publications Designer

The Publications Department oversees a robust program of scholarly catalogues, quarterly museum member magazines, brochures, and other campus-wide print materials. Under the direction of the Director of Publications, this position works cross-institutionally, and with outside collaborators/contractors, to deliver publications and printed materials of the highest quality, furthering the reputation of the Cleveland Museum of Art as a standard in excellence. 

As part of the Exhibition, Design, and Publications Division, this position, on occasion, will provide additional graphics support to the Design & Experience Department, which may include designing in-gallery labels and didactics or other environmental graphics projects.

Requirements and Key Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2-3 years experience designing scholarly publications and other print materials.

Must be highly motivated, ability to work on complex projects simultaneously, prioritize work projects in a fast-paced environment, possess a keen eye for detail and accuracy, and successfully collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience with desktop publishing software (Adobe Creative Suite--Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) is required, knowledge of digital publishing a plus. Experience working in a museum or cultural institution a plus.

A design portfolio is required for consideration.

Responsibilities

Design

• Design scholarly publications by applying knowledge of typography, style sheets, and grid systems;
• Collaborate with colleagues across the institution to design and produce the museum’s quarterly members magazine, Cleveland Art;
• Design and provide proofs, special instructions, and digital files for print and digital delivery including publications, the museum website, and online presentations.
• Apply understanding of the museum’s diverse audiences to produce work that is accessible, inclusive, and equitable.
• Awareness of current and future design and sustainability trends in graphic design.

Collaboration & Communication

• Strong collaboration skills with a positive, adaptable, and flexible approach that supports productive working relationships across teams.
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present ideas effectively to a variety of stakeholders.

Salary  range: $50,000 - $53,000

Application Material: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references

Full-time Benefits include:   

• Partner level membership to CMA 
• • Free, unlimited admission to select Cleveland Museum of Art ticketed exhibitions (two adult member tickets per visit, subject to availability)
  • 50% off admission to select ticketed exhibitions for members' guests
  • Free admission to select ticketed exhibitions for unlimited children, 17 and younger, when accompanied by a member
  • Priority registration and discounts for museum art classes for adults and children
  • 20% discount in the museum store
  • 25% discount in the museum restaurant and café
  • Annual subscription to Cleveland Art members magazine
• Free Garage Parking
• Your employment relationship with the museum qualifies you for free or discounted admissions to other cultural institutions such as the Natural History Museum, Botanical Gardens, The Cleveland Zoo, etc.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• HSA
• FSA
• 401(k) with company match
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• ID Theft
• Legal Services
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off