GRAPHIC DESIGN AND COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW

The Hobby Center’s graphic designer is a visual storyteller who uses their creativity, technical skills, and design expertise to engage, inform, and inspire, while also creating materials that resonate with appropriate target audiences and achieve the Hobby Center’s mission and strategic goals.

This individual can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media.

The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable. Proficiency in design software such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Adobe Creative Suite, along with a strong understanding of current design principles and trends, typography and color theory is required.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

• Create
  • Digital and print assets including (but not limited to) print and digital ads, social and web graphics, posters, direct mail, invitations, flyers and brochures for all areas of the Hobby Center including Marketing, Development, Education and Special Events
  • Short videos and motion graphics for social media and email
  • Templates for email communications using ConstantContact email platform

  • Help shoot photos and videos for Hobby Center website, social media and email campaigns

• Collaborate with multiple teams across the Hobby Center as an in-house creative consultant; the graphic designer should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that aligns with brand or artist guidelines and effectively communicates the intended message, including driving ticket sales.
• Manage project deadlines and workflow from concepting to proofing to final deliverables. Work closely with the Marketing and Development Manager on production schedules to make sure all materials are proofed and approved.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders throughout design, proofing and printing process. Accept and adapt to feedback in a timely manner.

Responsibilities may be modified as needed to meet the organization’s goals and employee’s strengths.

TRAITS AND CHARACTERISTICS

You Are

• A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment
• Resourceful, proactive and mission driven
• A creative problem-solver who enjoys creating both “something from nothing”

designs AND can also work within strict “big brand” guidelines

• Detail oriented with an impeccable eye for quality, aesthetics and details
• An outgoing communicator who is comfortable using multiple platforms from Microsoft Outlook to

Teams to Zoom, to in person and phone calls

• A self-starter with a demonstrated capacity for successfully balancing tasks and

priorities and meeting deadlines

We Are

• A vibrant performing arts center in downtown Houston offering a huge range of arts and entertainment experiences.
• A connector, convenor, and incubator for all Houston audiences, artmakers, and arts organizations.
• An established, stable nonprofit organization engaged in an exciting period of growth and transformation.
• Committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of people and ideas and fosters a sense of belonging.
• A high-performance culture that is supportive of your professional growth and ability to work in a sustainable, empowered way.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent design software skills especially in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Experience in video, motion graphic and photo editing software
• Experience in management of both digital and print production
• Strong portfolio of illustrations and other graphics
• Proven graphic design skills with 3-5 years of experience or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields
• Previous experience in project management software is a plus

Team members at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts must thrive on challenge and be comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Working with a nimble and efficient team requires that members bring an entrepreneurial spirit to their work, providing leadership across a broad scope of work.

COMPENSATION

The Hobby Center offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 403b savings plan with matching employer contributions, and paid time off. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $55,000-$65,000.