Festival Environmental Graphic Designer

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Festival Environmental Graphic Designer is responsible for the design and production of large-scale environmental graphics for the Sundance Film Festival.

Working closely under the direction of the Creative Director, the Festival Environmental Graphic Designer will support the Institute by helping to convey the concept and spirit of the Festival to audiences through the visual aspects of wayfinding.

This temporary position works full time from Wednesday, October 16, 2024 through Friday, January 17, 2025 and will be required to work extended hours, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet key deadlines and respond to on-call needs as assigned.

This position is based out of our Park City, UT office location in order to work onsite in a hybrid capacity throughout its employment.

Top priorities include but are not limited to...

Creating media rich graphic visuals to create a sense of place and enhance identity through large-scale designs for the Sundance Film Festival.

Designing visually appealing building wraps, banners, etc., conveying the ideas, images, and messaging of the Festival.

Designing additional materials as requested.

Creating designs adhering to department schedules to ensure deadlines are met.

Providing graphic assets to outside vendors, partners, outlets, etc. on an as-needed basis.

Collaborate with the Environmental Coordinator and various departments to determine and deliver graphic needs.

Organizing, filing, and archiving all artwork files.

Completing a comprehensive written post-Festival wrap report as directed.

You have the following direct or transferable skill-sets :

Legal authorization to work in the United States.

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2 years of design experience with a background in graphics, brand strategy, designing spatial environments, print design, and production.

Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Design experience with signage and wayfinding, and specifying materials.

Knowledgeable in printing production methods, fabrication, and installation.

Photo manipulation on digital images (resize, crop, add / remove objects, and color correct).

Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to work effectively with a variety of people.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent Typography skills.

You will be successful in this role if you...

Work effectively with internal and external constituents to produce visuals.

Remain organized, self-manage a work schedule, and meet deadlines.

Communicate effectively, presenting your designs and understanding and incorporating feedback to refine the work.

Demonstrate a strong foundation in Adobe Creative Suite.

Problem-solve issues and work collaboratively to support the team.

Collaborate with printing partners to ensure the quality of their deliverables.

In addition to an hourly pay of $20.32, this position is eligible for benefits & perks, highlights include :

Paid sick leave and Institute holidays

Employee assistance program

Employee Wellness Initiatives

Sundance Film Festival passes and benefits (varies each year)