Graphic Designer

Apply now: Graphic Designer, location is Hybrid (Onsite – New York, NY). The start date is ASAP for this contract position.

Job Title: Graphic Designer
Location-Type: Hybrid (Onsite – New York, NY)
Start Date Is: ASAP
Duration: Contract (through June with strong possibility of extension)
Compensation Range: $30/hr - $35/hr

Job Description:
Our Museum client is seeking a Graphic Designer to support an in-house creative team across print, digital, and environmental design projects, contributing to concept development, production work, and execution of design assets.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide design support to senior team members across marketing and exhibition-related projects

• Execute design work across print, digital, and environmental deliverables

• Assist with typography-heavy layouts including brochures, posters, catalogs, and exhibition labels

• Create production-ready files and adapt existing designs for multiple formats

• Work from templates for smaller projects and internal initiatives

• Assist with gallery label production and typesetting using internal tools

• Support design ideation through sketching and layout exploration

• Prepare presentations and materials for internal review

• Incorporate feedback from senior designers and art directors

• Ensure projects meet deadlines and production requirements

Requirements:

• Must-Haves:

  • 2–6 years of professional graphic design experience (or equivalent)

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating typography, layout, and typesetting

  • Experience designing materials such as brochures, books, catalogs, or posters

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

  • Working knowledge of Figma

  • Experience preparing files for print and digital production

  • Strong attention to detail, especially with typography and hierarchy of information

  • Ability to incorporate feedback and collaborate within a design team

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment

• Nice-to-Haves:

  • Experience with motion graphics or After Effects templates

  • Interest in museums, art, or cultural institutions

  • Experience working within brand systems