Graphic Design Manager

About Indianapolis Art Center

The mission of the Indianapolis Art Center is to inspire creative expression in all people.

Our vision is to build an inclusively united community through art by inspiring a better, stronger, and more culturally vibrant environment for all.

We believe that art belongs to everybody. For 90 years, we’ve lived by that belief. We are an organization that includes, inspires, and unites through art education, exhibitions, and outreach. We love what art inspires and shares, but what we love more is what it makes us collectively — a stronger, healthier, more vibrant, more connected community. Find yourself here, at the Indy Art Center, where it’s always Everybody’s Art.

Company Fit:

Patience: Allows Team Members the ability to handle challenging situations, work with a team, and foster positive workplace environments at every level.

Clear Communicator: Using verbal and written language, to share and collect information, exchange ideas and openly explore a variety of perspectives while being flexible to adjust style and content to each unique person, audience and situation.

Accountability: Taking responsibility for individual and collaborative actions and decisions. Fostering a culture of trust and accountability throughout the organization.

Job Summary:

Create and manage the graphic design/marketing needs of the Fishers Art Center for a variety of media, including but not limited to print, video, digital/social media, web, in addition to assisting with design needs of events at the Indy Art Center.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create engaging and compelling designs/layouts for various print marketing materials, including but not limited to postcards, brochures, ads, posters, and signage adhering to the Art Centers brand guidelines and standards and budgets.
• Manage and maintain the Fisher’s Art Center social platforms creating engaging content across a variety of social platforms.
• Manage and update Fisher’s Art Center website.
• Create engaging marketing emails and manage/maintain email list.
• Photograph and shoot video of Art Center classes, programs, exhibitions, and events to keep image/video library up to date.
• Create compelling short and long format video to be used in social media, broadcast, digital signage and other marketing/branding needs.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Stay updated with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies.

Additional Job Functions:

• All candidates are required to pass a background check
• This is an onsite position and does not allow for remote work

Competencies Required

1. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills required with a strong ability in public speaking, especially with artists and patrons in person and via phone and email.

2. Relationship Building: Interpersonal skills which can be utilized to engage with artists, patrons, and fellow team members.

3. Time Management: Strong ability to manage multiple projects and calendars to ensure on time completion working independently and as part of a team.

4. Professionalism: Focus on positive communication and teamwork in order to execute and meet all job responsibilities.

5. Integrity: Fosters an environment of honesty and reliability in the workplace.

Additional Education/Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Visual Communications/Graphic Design or related field
• 2-4 years of experience in graphic design
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite design software: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.
• Video editing capabilities using Adobe Premiere.
• Familiarity with the Adobe After Effects.
• Attention to detail with a strong understanding of page layout, typography, white space management, and fundamental graphic design principles.
• You have a high sense of urgency and focus, and you are driven to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience crafting designs for print, social media, and email campaigns.
• You are a creative thinker and curious learner.
• Applicant MUST submit portfolio/work samples to be considered or this position.