Graphic Designer & Visual Storyteller — Flexible Schedule

Madison Children's Museum; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free MCM membership with reciprocal 혽

401(k) retirement plan with 2% match

Free admission to select MCM events

Downtown location on Capitol Square

Job summary

Madison Children’s Museum is seeking a Graphic Designer & Visual Storyteller to join the Advancement team on a part-time, non-exempt basis. You will craft compelling visual materials for print and digital platforms, collaborating with exhibit, communications, and external partners to advance the museum’s mission and engage families.

The role involves developing graphic assets for campaigns, signage, invitations, newsletters, and social content, while maintaining brand standards and ensuring

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in graphic design or graphic arts preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of graphic design experience.
• Strong design skills in 2-D graphics and print design.
• Experience with signage, exhibit graphics, and branding.
• Familiarity with Wordpress and digital asset management.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Determine priorities, needs, audience, scope, and timelines for graphic projects.
• Participate in brainstorming and concept development for new initiatives.
• Create graphics for advertising and communication: brochures, posters, invitations, newsletters, calendars, and social media.
• Translate complex ideas into simple, engaging visual stories for major initiatives and campaigns.
• Manage collateral workflow from inception to completion within budget.
• Coordinate with outside vendors, printers, and photographers as needed.
• Support digital asset management and schedule photo/video shoots.
• Complete visual design updates for online activities in coordination with the communications team.

Skills

Creative problem-solving

Communication skills

Team leadership

Asset management

Photographic skills

WordPress

Great team player

Education

Advanced degree in graphic design or graphic arts

Tools

Creative Suite

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Acrobat

Premiere Pro

WordPress

Basecamp

Canva

Email platforms (Emma/Constant Contact)

Job description

Madison Children’s Museum is seeking a Graphic Designer & Visual Storyteller to join the Advancement team on a part-time, non-exempt basis. You will craft compelling visual materials for print and digital platforms, collaborating with exhibit, communications, and external partners to advance the museum’s mission and engage families.

The role involves developing graphic assets for campaigns, signage, invitations, newsletters, and social content, while maintaining brand standards and ensuring