Graphic Design Manager

Graphic Design Manager Req #1671 Kamin Science Center, One Allegheny Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Description Posted Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM | Expires Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 12:59 PM About the Daniel G. and Carole L. Kamin Science Center Kamin Science Center is dedicated to inspiring learning and curiosity by connecting science and technology with everyday life. By making science both relevant and fun, the Science Center’s goal is to increase science literacy in the region and motivate young people to seek careers in science and technology. One of the four Carnegie Museums, the Science Center is Pittsburgh’s premier science exploration destination and the region’s most visited museum, reaching more than 500,000 people annually through its hands-on exhibits, camps, classes, and educational programs. This Full-Time position is eligible for the Carnegie Museums' many Benefits. Please scroll to the bottom of this page to see information on the starting pay rate. This is a union position. The Graphic Design Manager at Kamin Science Center is a collaborative and creative role responsible for defining and translating the visual identity for Pittsburgh’s most visited museum. As the lead brand manager for the Science Center, the Graphic Design Manager develops and creates creative concepts across a wide range of outreach materials, including paid advertising; website, email, and social media graphics; short-format and promotional videos; internal and external signage; fundraising assets; and other collateral that helps to engage and expand our core audiences. Throughout each project, this role maintains visual consistency across all marketing channels through the creation of creative, on-brand assets that highlight key initiatives, including exhibitions, events, digital projects, programs, fundraising proposals, and more. In addition to playing a crucial and collaborative role within the Marketing team and all other internal teams, this role also independently manages external vendors for print, photo, video, and other related creative projects. The Graphic Design Manager thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and provides strategic leadership for the overall design function, overseeing all elements of the creative process from brainstorming and development through production of materials, and creatively plans projects while strategically prioritizing key initiatives. The Graphic Design Manager reports to the Director of Marketing Operations. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, digital media, or a related area; will consider commensurate experience. Minimum of 5 years of experience in graphic design or a related communications field. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Proven experience creating and managing content across a variety of marketing communication assets. Expertise with Adobe Creative Suite. Video editing experience using tools such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Canva video. Experience working with website content management systems. Strong writing and editing skills. Excellent attention to detail, grammar, and organizational brand guidelines. Experience leading design in large museums or other cultural organizations. Passion for science and STEM education. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is primarily sedentary in nature; no special demands are required. Candidates will be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Manage and maintain brand standards throughout the organization across all marketing and communication channels. Create concepts and artwork for compelling paid advertising, digital, email, and print materials, PowerPoint presentations, internal signage, and other collateral that is consistent with Kamin Science Center’s brand and style guidelines. Develop creative, engaging ways to promote strategic initiatives, exhibitions, events, and experiences. Manage the creation of compelling short-format and promotional videos and website graphics that reach our target audiences. Guide all marketing design projects from start to finish, including research and development of concepts, approval of initial and final designs, and production with outside vendors. Procure production quotes and provide pricing options as appropriate. Collaborate with a wide range of internal and external teams to plan design projects and communicate the scope, challenges, and optimal method of production to meet the project’s goals, deadlines, and budget. Manage production processes with internal teams and outside vendors to assure that all projects deliver on time and within budget. Lead the approval process for all projects with both internal and external stakeholders. Manage and organize the museum’s library of photo assets to assure accessibility of images for internal and external requests. Take photos for key projects as needed. Support communications initiatives and Marketing team projects as needed. All other duties as assigned. FACTORS FOR SUCCESS: Must be a creative self-starter who thinks strategically and brings enthusiasm and energy to the work. Must have strong interpersonal communication skills and be able to relate to constituents at all levels of the organization. Must have attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines. The following PA Act 153 clearances, or proof of application of clearances, are required beginning employment and as a condition of continued employment: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check Obtaining the required clearances is completed as part of the new hire process. Carnegie Museums is an Equal Opportunity Employer The above job description reflects the essential functions and qualifications for the position identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. The job description does not constitute an employment contract and does not alter the at-will relationship between CMP and the employee. *GUIDANCE ON ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) requires employers to consider and accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. An individual is qualified if he or she can perform the essential functions of a job with or without reasonable accommodation. An essential job function is any task that is a fundamental part of the job. When considering essentiality, one must focus upon whether the function is essential to this particular job and not to the department as a whole. Some additional guidance on essential functions follows below. Please note that the following guidelines are non-exhaustive. If you have any questions or need additional guidance, please contact Human Resources. A. Is the function required to be performed on a regular basis? If the function is rarely performed, it may not be essential. B. Is the function highly specialized? Is the incumbent hired for his/her expertise or ability to perform the function? The need for special expertise is an indication of an essential function. C. Does the position exist, at least in part, to perform the function? If so, the function is more likely to be essential. D. How much time is spent performing the function and how often? Note that even functions performed 10% of the time could be essential if they are required on a regular basis. E. Would elimination of the function fundamentally alter the job? If so, the function is more likely to be essential. F. What are the consequences of not requiring the incumbent to perform the function? If they are significant, the function is more likely to be essential. G. Are there a limited number of employees among whom the performance of the function could be distributed if the incumbent could not perform it? If so, it is more likely to be essential. Job Details Job Family Vacation Category I Pay Type Hourly Hiring Rate 26.81 USD