Graphic & Production Designer

The Graphic and Production Designer is responsible for the visual style, design, creation and production of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra Association’s collateral materials presented across a variety of mediums. These materials should communicate and reinforce the brand, quality, accessibility, clear message and standards of the Association’s Institutional image. The Graphic and Production Designer will assist in the development of institutional campaign objectives, implement institutional objectives in all materials, and build and maintain the corporate brand and messages in all communications. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Develop and design print and digital materials for the San Diego Symphony, which include comprehensive marketing and fundraising campaigns, direct mail, brochures, websites, venue signage, advertisements and other collateral, and provide design assets for newsletters, program books, presentations, reports, and product development 
• Oversee the concept, design, and production of all San Diego Symphony Orchestra Association visual identifiers including publications, advertising, digital and social graphics 
• Participate in conceptual design and communications meetings across departments 
• Coordinate and produce communications for all San Diego Symphony print and web advertising 
• Serve in a key role of brand governance through visual and corporate identity (print/web/broadcast/other). 
• Steward projects throughout design/review process, and successful production/delivery 
• Develop relationships with vendors such as printers and paper companies, and securing aggressive bids and cost-effective printing solutions 
• Manage and update department’s archival portfolio 
• Resize artwork and photography for print, web, and e-mail projects 

Requirements

• Excellent desktop/web publishing skills using Adobe CS: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Microsoft Word and all support utilities and software 
• Proficient with Macintosh operating system including troubleshooting and network operations 
• Proficiency in motion design (After Effects) 
• Basic Knowledge of HTML / CSS 
• Excellent concept, design, organization and editorial skills 
• Creative graphic designer evidenced by a diverse portfolio 
• Strategic thinker and communicator with the ability to develop and execute projects from concept through production 

• Ability to work on multiple projects with tight timelines 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• Thorough knowledge of writing, editing and proofreading process 
• Team player with the ability both to lead and to follow 
• Able to work a flexible concert schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and some holidays 

Education and Experience:     

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Arts Administration, or a related field, or the Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design is required (equivalent experience will be considered) 
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in production of printed materials and digital advertising 
• Knowledge of classical music helpful, but not required 

Benefits

Pay Range:

$30.00-/hr – 37.00/hr

Benefits:

Health, dental and vision insurance; life, AD&D, and long-and short-term disability insurance; FSA; paid sick days, vacation days and holidays; 401(k) plan.

The San Diego Symphony provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to being a workplace in which every employee has equitable opportunities and support, and experiences a sense of belonging. Individuals with diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences are encouraged to apply.