Junior Graphic Designer, Exhibits

Why MoPOP?

We're really glad you're thinking about joining the team at MoPOP! We believe pop culture is a universal language capable of building connections across a range of people, no matter our differences in race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, ability, education, socio-economic status, ethnicity, country of origin, or any other characteristic that makes us who we are. For more than twenty years, we have been showcasing how music, film, fashion, video games, sports, and more spark those connections and create a lasting cultural impact.

MoPOP provides both a physical space and an emotional and intellectual opportunity for people from any background to explore, find and build community, and recognize their own creative potential. This applies not only to our guests, but also to our staff be it in designing an educational program to engage the next generation of creators, trying to reach a new audience with a marketing initiative, preserving an artifact in our collection, or providing excellent customer service to a visitor. If this sounds like something you'd be into, we'd love to hear from you!

MoPOP's Mission and Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

Our mission is to make creative expression a life-changing force by offering experiences that inspire and connect our communities. A nonprofit grounded in five core values open arms, creative exchanges, light bulb moments, pursuing excellence, and excitement MoPOP is actively committed to ongoing learning in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). In partnership with our community, we hope to also develop safe spaces for their application. This includes taking steps to continue increasing our awareness of institutional -isms, as well as uncovering and undoing the ways they show up in museum culture. We recognize this is a process that requires intentionality, energy, and resources, and we are developing a DEIA framework that can cultivate a work environment and museum experience that is truly welcoming for all.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having staff, interns, and volunteers with diverse backgrounds enables us to better meet our mission and encourage BIPOC, women, and LGBTQIA+ individuals to apply. We acknowledge that our work to build safe spaces and better systems for traditionally marginalized groups is ongoing and will require constant vigilance and expect all MoPOP employees to be part of our DEIA journey.

Position Summary:

MoPOP is seeking a Junior Designer who is responsible for the upkeep of existing gallery exhibitions of displays, as well as integrated in the development and design/build process of bringing new and traveling exhibitions to life. This position is at its core rooted in traditional graphic design and design thinking, with opportunities for spatial layout and planning, as well as various 3D visualization techniques. Designer will be responsible for working closely with the AV/Interactive teams to bring new and engaging digital displays and ideas to life, including concept ideation, physical display conceptualization, UX/UI flow, and design layout and final files for the experience(s).

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (other duties as assigned):

• Assist in the creation of exhibit graphics that support and illuminate the exhibit goals, content, and design intent.
• Support and create labels (didactics), illustrations, infographics, and text panels that inform and educate MoPOP visitors.
• Identify and recommend wallpaper, photography, wall paint plan, special builds/displays, seating, lighting, and interactive displays that educate and entertain a multigenerational and global audience.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of permanent exhibit graphics.
• Maintain and follow existing graphic and typographic standards defined for each exhibition and set text for all new graphics accompanying artifact swaps and changeouts producing production-ready final art files.
• Coordinate fabrication and installation with MoPOP's sign vendors, as well as internal MoPOP parties.
• Support lead designer in identifying exhibit concepts, logos, colors, illustration styles and other inspirations.
• Identity concepting for exhibition campaigns. This may entail but is not limited to logo, colors, fonts, patterns, illustration styles, experiential design inspirations.
• Create signage for in-museum wayfinding in collaboration with multiple cross-departmental teams.
• Print and prepare temporary signage & graphics as they relate to displays/exhibitions; must be confident using Xacto and cutting materials.
• Work closely with Lead Designer, Curator, A/V, and Interactive teams to develop unique interactive displays and experiences, including the User Interface (UI) and graphic assets.
• The Junior Designer will be responsible for storyboarding interactive concepts in coordination with the Interactives team.
• Organize and keep current files for all drawings, documents, and communications regarding exhibit graphic design development and production.
• Ensure the integrity of the MoPOP brand on all internally and externally produced design projects.
  Consult with Marketing as needed.
• Support our internal culture, which inspires and empowers our staff to live our mission to the highest standards.
• Contribute to a consistent customer service standard across all departments.
• Work to ensure customer service is ingrained at the core of the team and is reflected outward to our guests and other staff.
• Commitment to participating in anti-racism work, learning about the ways institutional racism impacts the workplace, and embedding and operationalizing DEIA strategies in the department and within this role.

Qualifications (Education/Experience/Certifications):

• At least three (3) years of demonstrated success in graphic design and/or design thinking, marketing, or a related field. This can include a combination of educational and work experience. Prior experience with curated spaces is desired.
• Proven experience in the use of Adobe Design Suite, as well as Microsoft Office programs.
• Working knowledge of various production processes such as flatbed printing, vinyl, CNC, and knowledge of various materials and substrate uses.
• Impeccable design skills with a strong understanding of color, typography, & layout with a deep passion for aesthetics.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to tackle complex design problems with vision and ease.
• Experience in managing multiple projects and deadlines and being able to work under tight timelines. Must be detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills to manage a continuous workflow with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working within and centering ADA guidelines and accessibility frameworks.
• Ability to balance being part of a team while taking responsibility for driving projects from start to finish.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment with a dynamic range ofpeople.
• In this deadline-driven position, the designer must be able to prioritize and use sound time management skills.

Desired:

• Experience designing for the built environment.
• Experience with Hot Door CAD tools for Illustrator and Figma.
• Proficiency in creating 3D renderings to scale for exhibit layouts and shop-drawings with such programs as SketchUp, AutoCAD or other 3D modeling programs.
• Familiarity with numerous production and printing methods.
• Proven abilities and experience with illustration, image prep, layout, bid preparation, and ability to read floorplans and elevations.
• Knowledge of materials and construction techniques unique to the museum field.

Benefits

This regular full-time position includes Medical/Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Life/AD&D/LTD insurance, 3.08 hours of accrued Vacation per bi-weekly pay period, Seattle Sick/Safe, 2-7 Floating Holidays dependent on hire date, 8 Company Holidays paid throughout the year, EAP, 401k plan with vested match schedule once eligible, and subsidized transportation benefits for Orca Pass or parking.

Please email jobs@mopop.org if you need reasonable accommodations during the application or hiring process.