Manager, Advertising Design

About The Kennedy Center

"I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit." - President John F. Kennedy

The Kennedy Center is the nation's cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.

At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.

Why Join Us

We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:

• Staff offers for discount tickets
• Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)
• Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
• Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
• Flexible work arrangements
• We like to have fun! Check out the staff video!

Pay Details

The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $85,000 - $90,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate's skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities.

Job Description

The Manager, Advertising Design will lead a team of designers in creating designs and providing graphic services for materials developed in the Advertising Department, including print and digital advertising, direct mail, social media, collateral, institutional publications, and other materials as required by the Kennedy Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing all design generated by the department to ensure high quality work. Supervise Assistant Manager Advertising Design, Senior Graphic Artists, and Graphic Artist.
• Taking the lead on large-scale projects such as CENTER magazine.
• Creating designs on computer for ads, direct mail, digital marketing, social media, signage, collateral, and other materials as assigned. Specifying printing instructions, reviewing bluelines and other printer's proofs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education in graphic/commercial art and must have at least six years related professional experience including supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in desktop publishing software (Adobe Creative Suite--PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign) in a PC environment.
• Proficient in layout and design and computer-generated artwork production and have a working knowledge of four-color printing process.
• Must provide a portfolio that demonstrates ability and experience.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments under the pressure of tight deadlines; be detail-oriented and organized; able to follow creative direction; and conscientious about following purchasing and routing procedures and taking instructions for edits and changes.