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Design Coordinator

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Department: Marketing
Status: Part-Time (30 hours/week, Non-Exempt, Eligible for Benefits

As Northeast Ohio's premier site for contemporary art, moCa advances the critical role that art and artists play in our world. Grounded in Cleveland and engaged in the global cultural ecosystem, we focus on art now to open and connect people to new possibilities. Our work culture is passion-driven, inclusive, fast-paced, collaborative, and fun. We value and support an enterprising staff who anticipate and react nimbly to change, embrace new opportunities, embrace and learn from failure, and face challenges responsibly and thoughtfully. moCa is the people who help to realize its mission and each employee has agency and accountability for moCa's success and value to our community and audiences.

The Design Coordinator will execute moCa’s visual content creation and design efforts that enhance the museum’s brand and marketing initiatives. This role will focus on developing design solutions (digital, print, and environmental platforms) that align with and reinforce the museum’s mission and brand identity.

  • Executes the design process for content creation, coordinating with stakeholders while working within and growing brand guidelines, from concept development through design completion .

  • Creates high-quality design materials for various media including print, digital, social media, and motion graphics.

  • Refines efficient design workflows and systems to manage project intake, set expectations, scope work, track progress, provide regular updates, and evaluate outcomes.

  • Understands basic business operations principles and applies foundational project management methods.

  • Helps to ensure expense control and  economies in all design projects.


Note: The duties above are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of the Kohl Executive Director to assign other tasks of a similar nature or level of responsibility nor does it imply an employment contract.

  • Four-year degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Marketing Design, or Digital Design, or a related field preferred; candidates without four-year degrees must demonstrate equivalent experience.

  • 2+ years of professional design experience (preferably working with multiple clients and/or in the non-profit space), including accurately assessing time required to meet production deadlines.

  • Strong portfolio showcasing cross-platform design work (print, digital, motion graphics).


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Possesses strong design and editing skills – executes on strategic content to achieve organizational objectives, coordinates content creation projects incorporating best practices and emerging trends to optimize engagement and impact.

  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite; Milanote (preferred)  and other planning or design software preferred.

  • Uses computer systems and programs (i.e., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and/or role-specific technology) with competency and efficiency.

  • Reliably fulfills obligations, consistently meets or exceeds deadlines, and proactively contributes to refining and improving established policies and procedures.

  • Builds relationships and collaborates effectively, provides basic coaching and support to direct reports, and demonstrates a willingness to learn and adapt to new management responsibilities.

  • Learns and executes tasks autonomously, develops and optimizes processes for efficiency,      consistently maintains focus to complete tasks independently, and can make well-informed decisions with limited oversight.

  • Has an awareness of budgets and reading basic reports.

  • Commits to modeling best practices for collaborating with diverse populations, demonstrating a proficient understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) principles.

  • Communicates (both verbally and in written English) with an advanced level of awareness, confidence, and fluency to moderate panels, present compelling arguments, persuade diverse audiences, and drive action that furthers the museum's strategic objectives.

  • Represents moCa in a positive light in interactions and communications.

  • Appreciates and possesses an intermediate understanding of both contemporary art and culture.

  • Navigates and adapts to changing priorities/work environments.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Sitting (continuously), standing (occasionally), and moving among various areas of the facility (occasionally).

  • Listening and exchanging information in-person, by phone, and computer (frequently).

  • Lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds (occasionally).

  • Using hands for simple & power grasping, pushing & pulling, and fine manipulation (continuously).

  • Operating a computer and keyboarding (continuously).

  • Reaching above shoulder level, at waist level, and below waist level (occasionally).

  • Bending (waist level), twisting (waist level), squatting, kneeling, and balancing (occasionally).

  • Climbing stairs (frequently) and/or ladders (occasionally).


WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Eligible for a hybrid work schedule under moCa’s RWA policy.

  • Occasionally required to travel locally for work.

  • Occasionally required to work evenings and/or weekends.

  • Open-concept office with transparent walls, natural, and artificial light, and concrete floors.

  • Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits

  • Eligible for 403(b) Savings Plan

  • PTO

Reports to Senior Operations Officer

  • Curious and open-minded lifelong learners who enjoy new ideas and perspectives Inspired by and interested in contemporary art and culture 

  • Committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility 

  • Responsive, flexible, and adaptive to regularly changing content and needs 

  • Self-starters who are enterprising in their time and resource management 

  • Respectful, collaborative, caring team players

$30,000-35,000

Interested candidates should fill out the application form at 

mocacleveland.org/application and include:


Applicants should not reach out directly to moCa staff with materials or questions.


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To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The duties above are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of the Kohl Executive Director to assign other tasks of a similar nature or level of responsibility nor does it imply an employment contract. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties.

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moCa is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can collaborate in creating, interpreting, and advancing contemporary art. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on 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. moCa is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions and enjoy equal employment benefits. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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