What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Signage Graphic Designer position at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium?
Are you a creative designer looking for a unique opportunity to make an impact at one of Central Ohio's most iconic destinations? The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is seeking a Seasonal Signage Graphic Designer to join our Planning and Design Department. This position will play a key role in creating and revising operational signage for our zoo, waterpark, golf course, and wildlife preserve, ensuring an engaging and functional visitor experience.
Key Responsibilities
What We’re Looking For
Seasonal employment may last for a maximum of 10 months, followed by a 2-month layoff period.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with various departments across the Zoo, Zoombezi Bay, Safari Golf, and The Wilds to design and update signage for different needs, including wayfinding, guest relations locations, and more.
- Maintain strong attention to detail while ensuring sign designs meet brand standards and operational needs.
- Follow clear directions and work collaboratively with team members to achieve shared goals.
- Demonstrate the ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal guidance when required, making sound decisions and managing tasks efficiently.
- Assist with sign installations and removals, including light use of tools.
What We’re Looking For
- At least 18 years old, with a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of college-level graphic design or visual communication courses.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
- Strong design skills, including layout composition, typography, color, and image usage.
- Ability to adapt to varying levels of supervision, balancing structured direction with independent problem-solving and self-management.
- Strong communication skills to seek clarification when needed and report progress autonomously.
- Comfortable with general labor tasks and working in various weather conditions.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
- Ability to work with basic math, including measurements and dimensions.
- Experience with sign materials and production processes.
- Knowledge of basic sign installation and vendor management.
- Familiarity with uploading files to FTP sites or websites.
- TB test required prior to onboarding.
- Subject to criminal background check.
- Be prepared for an in-person skills assessment (Illustrator and Photoshop exercises).
Seasonal employment may last for a maximum of 10 months, followed by a 2-month layoff period.