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Leadership:

• Responsible for the Graphic Design department leading its commitment in delivering industry leading solutions and practices
• Collaborates with department leaders to define process and establish effective and efficient studio workflow
• The voice of the internal and external Luci graphic branded materials, that aligns with Luci values
• Works with the Chief of Staff, other department leads, and other leadership to develop metrics (quantitative and qualitative) for tracking team and project  performance
• Fosters a collaborative environment in being an excellent communicator, guide, and by enabling staff to learn and develop their technical graphic design skills with clear and specific expectations
• Assigns graphic design team members to projects based on areas of strength and opportunities for further growth development
• Provides leadership and support to all members of the graphic design team for general quality control oversight and problem solving
• Encourages and  provides resources for the team to remain current, grow, and be on the pulse of design 

‍Management:

• Evaluates department efficiencies; assess, intake feedback and propose system improvements; helps the team assess client and internal feedback with a proactive and practical approach
• Collaborates with other project leads to distribute workload to appropriate team members, maximizing resources while simultaneously providing growth opportunities for team members
• Research and implement new strategies to enhance technical skills and delivery amongst team members
• Continuously work with other studio leads to improve processes
• Support and maintain a culture of respect and honesty
• Encourage and establish best practices for team growth and individual autonomy

 Quality Control Specific

• Elevates the quality of all external graphic deliverables, maintaining a high-level of sophistication, refinement, and attention to detail
• Oversees the establishment and execution of project typographic graphics standards and hierarchical approaches
• Work with graphic design team members to ensures that all of their deliverables best represent the conceptual and strategic goals of their projects
• Encourages creative problem-solving based on provided assets, budgets or limitations
• Keeping a close eye on the continued developed of Luci brand collateral and business development materials, ensuring they are on-trend, relevant and representative of Luci brand values

 Project Specific:

• Maintains a well-integrated design team that keeps each project cohesive, relevant, accessible, on trend, and on brand.
• Responsible for project design, leadership, and ongoing team communication through the life of a project
• Collaborates with Interpretive and 3D projects lead on establishing the design concept and look and feel of a space through the use of finishes, color and composition.
• Evaluates and manages graphic project budgets
• Establishes and manages team project templates, style guides, and workflow for all assigned projects
• Develop clear communication guides and communication flow within the team
• Establish clear tasks to team members, manage calendar deadlines, and conduct regular check-ins
• Act as a liaison between Graphics, Strategy, Exhibit Design teams and Project Managers to ensure successful execution of project and client goals
• Manage expectations and output from external design vendors, media partners and freelancers, providing guidance and direction.

• A bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field 
• Experience of at least 10 years in environmental and exhibition graphic design Experience in a leadership or management role, including supervising a design team, managing projects, and overseeing the creative process from concept to completion.
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).  Knowledge of emerging design tools and technologies is also beneficial.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are important for interacting with team members, clients, and other stakeholders. 
• Leadership skills, including the ability to provide constructive feedback, mentorship, and guidance to team members.
• Experience in project management, including the ability to manage timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Experience in shaping the overall creative direction of a brand or organization. Strategic thinking and the ability to align design initiatives with broader business goals