Senior Graphic Designer

Job Posting Title:

Senior Graphic Designer

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Hiring Department:

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Oct 14, 2024

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

JOHNSON WILDFLOWER CENTER

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Job Details:

General Notes  

The University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is committed to inspiring the conservation of native plants through its public botanic garden and its education, research and outreach programs. Founded by Lady Bird Johnson and Helen Hayes in 1982, the Wildflower Center is the state botanic garden, a community gem, and a national leader in the field of native plant education, sustainable landscapes, land restoration and research. It is home to the largest living collection of Texas native plants in the state, welcomes 240,000 visitors annually, has 16,000 members and reaches more than 2 million people through its website. The Center is focused on improving landscapes, promoting biodiversity, and connecting people with our environment.  

  

The Wildflower Center believes that the “environment is where we all meet,” as Lady Bird Johnson once wisely said. We are a community of people that care for each other, our land and our broader community.   
 

Benefits-eligible Wildflower Center staff members enjoy the robust health, time off and leave, and retirement benefits of The University of Texas at Austin employees. Wildflower Center staff get free parking, a free annual membership, discounts on Center classes and purchases made at the Gift Shop and Gallery and the Wildflower Café, and access to featured events. An inspiring and beautiful work environment with outstanding coworkers awaits you.  

  

Purpose  

The ideal candidate will provide advanced professional graphic design services in digital and print applications for the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Personally designs print pieces, informational signage, event signage, webpage updates, and other items such as branded apparel and retail merchandise. Supports fundraising campaigns, events, exhibitions, educational materials, and other projects as assigned. Develops, plans, and coordinates graphic design and production work for the organization, including hands-on design work, working with freelancers and agencies on creative development, and other duties as assigned. Serves as the primary brand standards steward and evangelist, insuring brand consistency across all channels. Works closely with Project Manager and Director of Communications and Marketing to prioritize projects and optimize creative work to drive our mission and meet our goals.  

 

Job Responsibilities 

• Serve as art director and designer for the Wildflower Center’s digital and print publications, signage, education and fundraising materials, branded merchandise, promotional merchandise and signage, and other design duties as assigned.

• Serve as the Wildflower Center’s primary creative force for interpretive signage and the overall guest experience in our gardens and trails.

• Work closely with Project Manager to meet deadlines in a timely, cost-effective and efficient manner. Assist Project Manager with tracking budget and spend on projects.

• Maintain Center’s photo and graphics archives and provide basic photography services.

• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field.

• At least 3 years of experience with graphics design and production.

• Demonstrable experience in designing across multiple platforms and substrates, in a variety of conditions, under a variety of deadlines.

• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Wordpress, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams.

• Proficiency in basic graphic illustration.