Graphic Designer
Zoological Society Of Milwaukee šŗšø Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
This role is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and producing high-quality digital and print promotional materials, signage, exhibit designs, and motion graphics for the Zoological Society and Milwaukee County Zoo. The designer will also manage project workflow, coordinate with vendors for fabrication, and ensure quality control through proof reviews.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize, design and produce a variety of high-quality digital and print promotional materials such as brochures, publications, web graphics, videos, and animations
- Create signage, exhibit designs, motion graphics, interactive displays, and presentation graphics using modern design technologies and methods
- Apply working knowledge of wide-format printing and sign production techniques, including substrates, media, and related products
- Coordinate with outside vendors to gather competitive bids for signage fabrication and installation
- Manage project workflow from initial design through production within timelines and budgets
- Interface with internal clients to determine project/client needs and determine design solutions that align with budgets
- Work with outside vendors to acquire competitive bids while ensuring best prices and highest quality
- Review proofs and final layouts to ensure quality
- Ensure optimal operation of wide-format equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories and evaluating new equipment
- Maintain up-to-date technical competencies
Requirements
- Bachelorās degree or technical certification in graphic design, fine arts, and commercial art or other related field
- 1-3 years of experience in a graphic arts position
- Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Animate
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
- Detail-oriented, highly organized team player able to generate innovative ideas while grounding them in effective design principles
- Experience with large format printing and production techniques
- Knowledge of wide format printers and sign production techniques, including substrates, media, and products, preferred
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Health insurance
- Complimentary dental, vision, life, STD and LTD coverage
- 401k with up to a 5% match
- PTO
- Paid holidays
- Complimentary zoo pass, up to the family level
Key Skills
About Zoological Society Of Milwaukee
The Zoological Society of Milwaukee's mission is to conserve wildlife and endangered species, educate people about the importance of wildlife and the environment, and support the Milwaukee County Zoo. The Society was established in 1910 as an informal group of community leaders who bought animals and raised funds for the Zoo. Today it is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization with 55 full-time and 45 part-time employees who manage daily operations and programs. In the 2016 fiscal year, the Society raised $7.9 million in cash and in-kind support for the Milwaukee County Zoo plus $256,000 in direct project costs. Together, the Zoo and Society serve more than 1.3 million Zoo visitors a year. The Society and Zoo work together to attract both a strong family base as well as a diverse audience through free days, targeted school programs, special events and other efforts. Thanks to the vision of community leaders and the generosity of many friends, the Society has invested millions in capital imp
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