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Form of workDo you have a passion for Montana history and creative design?
Do you want to join an agency full of committed, inspired individuals?
Do you want to be a part of an award-winning publications team that supports the Montana Historical Society's mission?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the Montana Historical Society (MTHS) might be the perfect place for you! MTHS offers a unique workplace for its employees. It's filled with friendly and creative staff members who work together to offer the public exciting and innovative ways to experience Montana's history. The ideal candidate will be a positive representative of the Montana Historical Society to the public, have experience in book and magazine design, and will embody the MTHS culture of excellence, teamwork, professionalism, and passion for the work that we do.
MTHS has an opening for a full-time Graphic Designer. This position works as a member of the publications team and is responsible for designing the quarterly magazine Montana The Magazine of Western History and Montana Historical Society Press books.
The ideal candidate is a motivated, energetic team member who loves graphic design, has a knowledge of current trends and software used in graphic design, an interest in Montana history, excellent communication skills, and works well under deadlines.
Come join us at the MTHS where we work together to share Montana's stories and inspire exploration!
Function:
The Publications Program is one of six programs within the Montana Historical Society. Under the direction of the Publications Program manager, who also functions as the executive editor, the Graphic Designer must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Among other tasks, the ability to be detail orientated, have great time management skills, and a welcoming and friendly attitude, are all a must.
Other:
The Graphic Designer will work a 40-hour a week schedule, Monday through Friday. The hourly rate of this position will increase by $1.50 per hour starting July 1, 2024, in accordance with HB13.
Come join us at the MTHS where we work together to share Montana's stories and inspire exploration!
Representative Duties:
- Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, including authors, project teams agency wide, and serves as the Publication Program's expert for design.
- Responsible for administration and oversight of multiple projects that include four issues annually of a magazine, book projects, reprints of books, advertisement design, and brochures.
- Revises design elements to meet evolving needs of the program and the Montana Historical Society.
- Assists with researching new software or design concepts.
- Reviews and completes proof of designs for team to obtain approval before publishing, presenting, and finalizing.
This position is open until filled.
Required Skills:
- Ability to communicate clearly with project teams, authors, external vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Proficient at creating designs, concepts, and layouts, including selection of colors, images, photos, illustrations, typography, and interfaces.
- Talented in developing graphics and layouts for items such as illustrations, agency logos, identity, and Web sites.
- Adept in presenting concepts to clients and team members and incorporate changes recommended into final designs.
- Skilled in developing, designing, reviewing, and creating new applications ideas, and productions including artistic contributions.
- Skilled in use of industry software to generate, edit, draw, and print illustrations, text, images, and artwork.
- Experienced in review and proof of designs before final approval for publishing.
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field and at least two years of experience in basic art and graphic design is required. Other combinations of experience may be substituted.
Required Application Materials:
Please attach or provide the following documents when submitting your application:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Portfolio
- References
