Art Center Design & Communication Coordinator

Overview

The Sioux City Art Center is seeking a dynamic and creative individual to serve as its first Design and Communications Coordinator. This full-time position works collaboratively with Art Center staff to develop and share compelling stories about exhibitions, classes, programs, and events through high-quality printed and digital communications.

If you are looking to be an integral part of a creative, collaborative, and community-focused organization and to help shape how a regional art center connects with the public, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

• Graphic design for all Art Center printed and digital materials
• Hands-on design and fabrication of exhibition labels, text panels, and vinyl lettering
• Oversight and ongoing management of the Art Center’s website and social media platforms
• Creation and distribution of press releases, email communications, and public announcements
• Photo and video documentation of exhibitions, programs, and events

• Oversees the Art Center’s branding and ensures consistent application across all communications.
• Designs and produces digital and printed materials including brochures, newsletters, posters, signage, exhibition labels, and program guides.
• Prepares files for print production, including layout, labeling, and mailing preparation.
• Coordinates with external printing and mailing vendors for production and distribution.
• Maintains organized archives of images, design assets, templates, and publications files.

• Oversees the content, navigation, and design of the Art Center’s website, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and visual consistency.
• Updates event, program, and exhibition information in coordination with relevant staff.
• Produces digital slideshows, graphics, and promotional content for on-site screens and external platforms.

• Manages scheduling, creating, and posting of all social media content across platforms.
• Writes and edits copy for press releases, promotional announcements, email marketing, and other communications materials.
• Collaborates with program, education, and curatorial staff to ensure accurate and engaging content.

• Attends Art Center events, classes, and exhibitions to document activities through photography and video.
• Maintains organized digital photo and video archives.
• Coordinates publicity photos and ensures images are available for marketing, media, and archival use.

• Designs and prepares interior signage, exhibition labels and way finding materials.
• Designs exterior signage and works with vendors to fabricate and install signage.
• Prepares and updates exhibition calendars for entrance signs and digital lobby displays.
• Assists curatorial and registrar staff with inventory of the permanent collection and condition reports for temporary exhibitions as needed.
• May assist with exhibition installations.
• Assist with front desk duties and opening and closing of the Art Center when needed.
• Attends and participates in community and professional meetings, representing the Art Center.
• Operates a City vehicle to pick up supplies or donations for events.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance and working hours.
• Performs related work as required.
• Expected to temporarily perform duties outside of normal classification in the event of a declared emergency. In the event that an employee is excused from work other than being sick, they will be required to report to work in a state of declared emergency.

• Education and Experience:
• Work Environment:
  Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree in a related field and two (2) years of full-time work experience in graphic design, marketing, communications, or digital media; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skill and abilities.
• Preferred:
  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, Arts Administration or closely related field.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to see details at close range and at a distance; regularly lifts up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 30 pounds.

Ability to analyze problems, make sound recommendations, and prepare working procedures. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects; effective listening, communication, and teamwork; ability to use logic and reasoning to evaluate solutions; time management and the ability to work with others to meet deadlines.

Work is normally performed in a standard inside office environment with heating and cooling and is not subject to significant hazards beyond those associated with general public contact, dust or odors.