SUMMARY:
The Senior Graphic Production Artist reports to the Art Director and is responsible for working additionally with two Senior Designers and Writers and Program staff to produce artwork and layouts for publications, posters, signage and environmental design for the museum.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Act as production artist, producing graphic layouts for posters, brochures, cards and signage under the direction of Designers.
- Layout graphic materials using InDesign
- Prepare computer files for a variety of printing technologies; i.e., traditional offset printing, silk-screen, and digital printers
- Communicate with designers and other Exploratorium staff and printers/vendors
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 3-5 years experience in the production of graphic materials for offset printing and computer print processes
- Thorough knowledge of Mac OSX and font usage
- Excellent knowledge of CS3 InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Word
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to meet strict deadlines
- Ability to juggle multiple projects
- BA in art or related field
- Interest and/or background in the arts and/or sciences is a plus
APPLICATION
DEADLINE:
The application submission deadline is 5:00pm on Friday, February 5, 2010, or when the position is filled. This position is available immediately. Please note that if the job posting is no longer available on our website, then the position is no longer available and applications will not be accepted.
HOW TO APPLY:
This is a fixed-term, full-time (37.5 hours per week), non-exempt, union position that includes benefits. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to:
Senior Graphic Production Artist
(Please include position title as the subject heading.)
Exploratorium, 3601 Lyon Street, San Francisco, CA 94123
Fax: (415) 674-2852
E-mail: resume@exploratorium.edu (attachments not accepted)
No phone calls, please
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