Graphic Designer

Be a Star at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts!

Straz Center is currently looking for a talented individual to fill the position of Graphic Designer! This is an exciting role that participates in and contributes to conceptual, creative and stylistic direction for campaigns and provide services to internal clients. Our ideal candidate will have a degree in art/design, 2 years of professional, fulltime experience as a Graphic Designer and strong working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.

The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, located along the beautiful Riverwalk in downtown Tampa, Florida, is one of the largest performing arts centers in the southeastern United States. The Straz boasts one of the nation's leading Broadway series and is nationally respected for producing grand opera, as well as presenting a wide variety of concerts, performances and events.

Straz Center is a non-profit organization with a dynamic work environment centered around the arts and our community. We celebrate diversity, community engagement, collaboration and work-life balance. Our staff often has access to witness world-class performances and events, adding an element of excitement to the workday that is unique to a performing arts venue.

Essential Functions:

• Works with clientele to ascertain needs and to in turn develop graphic concepts and specifications.
• Plans, designs, and produces a wide range of specialized graphic, illustrative material with may include original artwork (logos and photo-composites) and/or multimedia concepts.
• Coordinates the production process; inspects proofs for accuracy and adherence to production standards.
• Communicates and interfaces with vendors, builds strong relationships: acquire bids, set up production schedules and follow through to point of delivery and/or installation.
• Provides technical advice and guidance, and serves as liaison with production personnel, clients and vendors on design and technical graphics issues.
• Participates in production and/or marketing planning group sessions and meetings, on a project basis.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Education, Work Experience, Qualifications:

• Degree in art/design or equivalent work experience
• 2 years' experience as a Graphic Designer
• Strong working knowledge with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams is necessary.
• Creative self-starter who can successfully manage multiple projects and respect multiple deadlines and rapidly changing priorities on a tight schedule.
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position and use the telephone. The employee is frequently required to move, reach, and communicate effectively.
• The nature of this job requires the employee to work on-site as a regular work routine.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel:

• Minimal travel is expected for this position.

Straz Center offers a team-based work environment that shows our dedication to the community every day. We reward our full-time employees with a strong benefits package including options for health/dental, vision, etc., discounted downtown parking, discounts on food, shows and classes at the Patel Conservatory, a generous 403(b) plan and up to 27 days of PTO/Holidays per year. Working at the Straz Center combines professional fulfillment with personal passion, making it a fantastic environment for those who want to contribute to the world of performing arts.

The David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to being an inclusive workplace and strongly believes in the importance of having a diverse group of individuals represented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Please visit our website at www.StrazCenter.org to learn more about the Straz Center.