The Met is Hiring a Graphic Designer, Retail (NYC)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art collects, studies, conserves, and presents significant works of art across all times and cultures in order to connect people to creativity, knowledge, and ideas.
The Graphic Designer will assist in the design, layout, and production of graphics for the Met Retail Design department. They will report into the Senior Graphic Designer and collaborate with Web and Store Staff, Visual Merchandising and Product Design teams. The Graphic Designer will hold a wide range of duties including e-mail design, photo retouching and preparation, and layout of online assets, store signage and the design of product packaging. This individual will collaborate with team members to push creative boundaries to improve presentation and drive revenue growth.
REQUIREMENTS
Fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, sincerely held religious belief, or pregnancy, or because you are a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses).
Experience and Skills:
Two or more years of experience in digital graphic design for retail organizations
Experience working with commercial and cultural clients
Two or more years Proficiency in Adobe In-Design, Photoshop, Illustrator
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Expertise in HTML5 and CSS
Experience in scaled drawing (floorplan/elevation) is a plus
Working knowledge of other Adobe CS programs (such as Premier, Aftereffect, XD) is a plus
Results and detail-oriented with excellent initiative, execution and follow-through
Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines both independently and collaboratively
Knowledge and Education:
BFA in Graphic Design required
Knowledge of Art History preferred
RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with other teams to deliver a visually compelling in-store signage and product packaging, following brand standards
Support the design and development of homepages, category layouts, emails, site banners, social media, and more
Photo retouching, preparation and file management
Organize, and manage multiple projects concurrently to meet deadlines
Other duties as assigned
BENEFITS + PERKS
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
Free financial-planning services
Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
25% discount for staff in Museum shops
A subsidized staff cafeteria
Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job description describes you, then please apply for this role.
