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THE TECH MUSEUM OF INNOVATION
FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE
Identity and Graphics Manager


The mission of The Tech Museum of Innovation is to serve as an educational
resource that engages people of all ages and backgrounds in exploring and
experiencing technologies affecting their lives, and to inspire young
people to become innovators in developing technologies of the future.

The Identity and Graphics Manager is a full-time, exempt position reporting
to the Director of Marketing and Public Affairs.  The Identity & Graphics
Manager is responsible for coordinating all aspects of graphic design
throughout The Tech.  The primary responsibility will be to ensure
uniformly high quality and consistency in use and application of The Tech's
approved visual identity elements.

Responsibilities:
* Review and recommend to the Director of Marketing and the President for
approval, modifications, or disapproval of graphic design proposals for
exhibits, signs, publications, collateral, advertising production for mass
media and direct mail, web-site, wayfinding systems, and all other
materials connected with The Tech and its mission.
* Design, develop budget, and present for approval all new graphic
materials developed internally by The Tech's graphic design staff.
* Manage all outsourced graphic design contracts, including advertising and
direct marketing agencies. Negotiate pricing and secure approvals of all
outsourced contracts when assigned.  In close collaboration with Exhibits,
Development and Marketing, coordinate the work of contracted and pro bono
designers and agencies.   Brief contracted and pro bono designers and
agencies on The Tech's identity elements and manage for consistency with
the approved identity materials.
* Provide regular reports and recommendations on internal developments or
outsourcing of graphic materials based on the needs and budgets of various
departments, pro bono opportunities, available staff, and scheduling.
* Coordinate with all departments, particularly Exhibits, On-Line Services,
Programs, Development and Marketing, with respect to internally and
externally produced graphic design in terms of design criteria, production,
scheduling and budgeting.
* Supervise and manage Marketing Department's graphic designers and
graphics production personnel.
* Manage the ongoing operation of graphics production equipment and
workspaces.
* Prepare and present for approval an annual graphic design budget.
Support the development of annual graphic design budgets for other
departments.

Requirements:
* A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in graphic design with a background
and understanding of corporate identity systems.
* Experience in managing graphic identity projects with demonstrated
ability to maintain the corporate identity integrity in all graphics,
stationary, publications, signage, advertising, and in electronic
applications.
* A strong sense of aesthetics and graphics, and  knowledge of the
principles and application of design in creating and sustaining a corporate
image, and a branding of an organization.
* Experience and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
* Proven ability to supervise staff and manage projects within budget.
* A self-starter, creative, cost-conscious with a high degree of energy and
dedication.

Application Procedure:
The Tech offers excellent benefits including paid health, dental, vision
and life insurance.  Please send cover letter and resume with salaray
history to The Tech Museum of Innovation, 145 W. San Carlos Street, San
Jose, CA  95113, Attn: Human Resources.  FAX:  (408) 279-7149.  Ascii text
file to [log in to unmask] (please do not send attachment.)  No phone calls
please.  The Tech Museum of Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
with a strong commitment to diversity.  (http://www.thetech.org)
07/01/97



Susan Wageman
Grants Manager                          [log in to unmask]
The Tech Museum of Innovation           (408) 279-7178
145 West San Carlos Street              fax (408) 279-7149
San Jose, CA  95113  USA                http://www.thetech.org