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SalaryThe Design Coordinator contributes to the success of the Chicago Zoological Society by coordinating the sign production programs, print and digital communications in support of the mission and vision of the Chicago Zoological Society to enhance the guest experience for a diverse audience in order to inspire conservation leadership through effective visual communications.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions of the position.
- Receives, tracks, coordinates installation of sign requests, reports of interpretative maintenance problems. Maintains signage and purchasing database. Makes determinations as to whether to consult management supervisor or other staff about non-routine matters.
- Identifies new print suppliers and vendors; utilizes institution purchasing system, maintains databases, and secures competitive bids.
- Produces signs using techniques including computerized lettering and other materials and equipment.
- Works independently and collaboratively with design team to design and produce in-house signs in a timely manner.
- Works with Director of Design in tracking all projects from concept to completion.
- Delivers signage for internal requests, plan your day boards, and other in-park marketing needs.
- Other related duties as assigned.
- Denotes Essential Job Function(s)
Position Requirements and Specifications
The requirements for this position include the following:
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Information: This position description summarizes the primary duties and functions of this position, but should not be considered a complete listing of every duty the incumbent may ever be called upon to perform. Position requires a high degree of interaction and coordination with staff, internal departments and teams, and outside vendors. Incumbent must be self-motivated, flexible, confident, and enjoy working in a team-oriented, dynamic environment. The incumbent must gain a working knowledge of the Society’s mission, vision, and values, the organization and its various departments and groups, the layout of the park, and the Society’s and the department’s operating goals, policies, procedures, and systems. Incumbent may be expected to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Incumbent is expected to foster safety in operations of equipment, facilities, and material selection, use, and storage.
- Associates Degree in Liberal Arts, Graphic Arts, or related field or four years’ equivalent combination of training and/or experience required.
- Three years comparable administrative/office/or sign production experience.
- Proficiency with database and word processing software, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel) required.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Software, mainly Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Time management skills required
- Strong organizational, communications, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work both independently and in teams.
- Ability to organize many small projects and meet critical deadlines.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Good decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of privileged information.
- English fluency at working professional proficiency.
- Cultural competency; experience and/or ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience.
- A valid driver’s license is required at time of hire. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois driver’s license or obtain one within 90 days of hire. A valid out-of-state driver’s license is required for out-of-state residents.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Microsoft Access Database software a plus.
- Basic knowledge of environmental graphics, such as working with signage, banners, and large format digital printing preferred.
- Working knowledge of Macintosh computers and Creative Suite software preferred.
- Multilingual ability, Spanish fluency a plus.
Additional Information: This position description summarizes the primary duties and functions of this position, but should not be considered a complete listing of every duty the incumbent may ever be called upon to perform. Position requires a high degree of interaction and coordination with staff, internal departments and teams, and outside vendors. Incumbent must be self-motivated, flexible, confident, and enjoy working in a team-oriented, dynamic environment. The incumbent must gain a working knowledge of the Society’s mission, vision, and values, the organization and its various departments and groups, the layout of the park, and the Society’s and the department’s operating goals, policies, procedures, and systems. Incumbent may be expected to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Incumbent is expected to foster safety in operations of equipment, facilities, and material selection, use, and storage.
Additional Information
The Chicago Zoological Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Location
Chicago Zoological Society-Brookfield Zoo
Zip Code
60513
Department
Creative Services
Union Status
Non-Union
Work Shift
Monday thru Friday
