Exhibition and Graphic Designer

Date Created: October 2023
Position: Exhibition and Graphic Designer
Reports To: Deputy Director
FLSA Status: Exempt (professional), Full‐time

The essential function of this position is to combine brand design, exhibition design, marketing, product design
and graphic design to create the visual identity that represent Laguna Art Museum.

 Create, maintain, and develop branding for all aspects of the institution
 Work in collaboration with staff and external contractors (Guest Curators, Curatorial Fellows, etc.) to

create and develop a brand identity and floorplan for all exhibitions
 Supervise printing of all exhibition didactics (vinyl, exhibition texts, banners, etc.) and other museum

materials for digital and print (brochures, flyers, invitations, letterhead, logos for programs and
initiatives, development materials, signage)

 Contribute to the museum’s digital presence, including management of the website, social media,
supplemental digital materials and more

 Plan and implement exhibition design plans and design modifications in public‐facing areas of the
museum

 Contribute to the marketing process from start to finish and work with museum leadership to create
strategic goals

 Maintain and contribute to the museum’s photo archive of useable images for design
 Apply brand strategy to museum store as a center for retail and for individual products. In conjunction

with store staff, design unique store merchandise including designed digital and printed
advertisements

 Manage and develop relevant department budgets
 Manage and schedule a team of part‐time Preparators

Supervisory Responsibilities
Directly supervises employees or subcontractors related to designated departments. Carries out supervisory
responsibilities in accordance with the museum's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include hiring, firing,
training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in a related field from four‐year college or university and 5 years related experience and/or
training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3 years of management / supervisory experience

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most
sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or
style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations.



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Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, mark‐ups, interest, proportions, percentages, area,
circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid California State Driver's License required with acceptable driving record.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or
crouch. The employee is regularly required to climb stairs and/or ladders. Work requires frequent visits to project
sites, walking, standing, bending, carrying items 25‐50 pounds and climbing to lift up to 60 pounds and carry a
distance of 10‐20 feet and to push and/or pull up to 60 pounds a distance of 10‐20 feet.

Due to the strenuous physical demands of this position, you will be required to take a pre‐employment medical
examination. Once you are offered employment for this position, you will be required to take a pre‐employment
medical examination after the offer has been extended and accepted but prior to beginning employment. This
examination is provided by the Museum at its sole expense. The offer of employment will be contingent upon
successful completion of medical examination.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation
Compensation for this position ranges from $65,000 to $84,900, depending on candidate experience.

To apply: Please email a cover letter and resume to Victoria Gerard, Deputy Director at
vgerard@lagunaartmusuem.org. Please use “Exhibition and Graphic Designer” as the email subject line.

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