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Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number
STAFF - VA - 27048
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Alicia Harvey
alicia.harvey@montana.edu406-871-0643
Classification Title
Graphic Designer I
Working Title
Graphic Designer
Brief Position Overview
The Graphic Designer oversees the planning, design, and production of marketing and communications materials across print, digital, social media, video, and advertising platforms for Museum of the Rockies. This position manages creative project workflows, maintains brand standards, and produces high-quality visual communications that support organizational goals.
Position Number
4M0219
Department
Museum of the Rockies
Division
Museum of the Rockies
Appointment Type
Classified
Contract Term
Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA
Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation
FOCUS-MFPE
FTE
1.0
Benefits Eligible
Eligible
Salary
Salary starting at $20.50 hourly annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type
Classified Salary
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Recruitment Type
Open
Position Details
General Statement
Museum of the Rockies is an independent 501©(3) nonprofit, a division of Montana State University, a Smithsonian Affiliate, and an accredited member of the American Alliance of Museums. Located in Bozeman, Montana, the museum inspires curiosity through world-class exhibitions in paleontology, cultural history, science, and astronomy, serving visitors of all ages while advancing research, education, and community engagement. The marketing department operates as a full-service marketing agency for the museum.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the intake, prioritization, scheduling, and execution of graphic design projects across multiple departments.
• Design and produce print, digital, social media, photo, video, and website promotional materials.
• Coordinate projects with internal and external stakeholders, vendors, printers, and media partners.
• Maintain and enforce brand standards across all communications.
• Ensure projects are completed accurately, on time, and within established guidelines.
• Maintain organized content libraries and assets.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Three years of professional graphic design experience creating digital advertising, social media, and video content.
3. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
4. Experience with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro.
5. Experience creating assets for social media, digital advertising, and web platforms.
6. Experience with website content management systems and digital marketing platforms.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Five or more years of professional graphic design experience.
2. Experience managing creative workflows or project management systems.
3. Experience working in higher education, museums, nonprofit organizations, or cultural institutions.
4. Familiarity with ADA accessibility and inclusive design principles.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain brand consistency across multiple platforms.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands

• Work at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Attend events and oversee installation of marketing materials when necessary.
• Occasionally work after hours or on weekends.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
This position has supervisory duties?
No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on August 20, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
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