Design Director, JPL DesignLab - NASA (Pasadena, CA)
We are seeking an exceptional design director: a designer and leader to steer, elevate and inspire the DesignLab of a world-leading center in space exploration.
DesignLab encompasses graphic and web designers, illustrators, installation designers and visual strategists. The design director will set the creative direction of the team in service of space exploration, Earth science and public outreach. The director also will oversee the JPL brand: how we build employee-focused campaigns to foster a collaborative culture based upon the values of the Lab.
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Inclusion is a core value at JPL. Because our mission attracts brilliant minds from all over the world, and from all backgrounds, you must be able to approach each individual and design challenge with an empathetic heart, an open mind, and a commitment to careful listening. The Lab depends on our Lab Engagement team – which encompasses DesignLab, internal communications, cultural strategy and history – to reflect the range of lived experiences among our approximately 10,000 colleagues. In particular, you must be able to demonstrate commitment to inclusion and accessibility both as a leader and a design practitioner.
In your role as Design Director, you will address these core questions:
How can JPL use art and design to spark enthusiasm for space exploration and Earth science in wider audiences?
How can the Lab create a stronger brand and cohesive graphic and visual identity, internally and externally?
What unexplored synergies exist among the varied talents and aptitudes within DesignLab?
How should we better leverage outside culture through creative influencers and unique, unexpected partnerships?
How can you be a manager and a practitioner, someone who leads by example and whose leadership is exemplary?
Qualifications:
Typically requires a Bachelors in Arts, Design or other related artistic discipline with 9 years of related experience; Masters with 7 years of related experience; or PhD with 5 years of related experience
Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a design profession
A history of exceptional creative and/or branding work
Outstanding oral and written communication skills and ability to understand, structure and present complex information clearly to all audiences
Experience working in a large organization and collaborating with significant stakeholders, customers, influencers and service providers outside your unit
Advanced knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, concepts and techniques in graphic design, printing (offset and digital), publications design and production, and web design and UI/UX best practices
Strong typographical skills and interest
Experience with building internal and external brands, developing strategic plans and corporate style guides, and managing design processes and creative workflows
Proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat
Valued: Curiosity and passion for science and exploration.
JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work-life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date.
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The hiring range displayed below is specifically for those who will work in or reside in the location listed. In extending an offer, Jet Propulsion Laboratory considers factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s job related skills, experience, knowledge, and relevant education/training. Hiring range for this job may be adjusted based on primary work location outside of Pasadena, California. This adjusted range will be provided to candidates by the Recruiter when applicable.
The typical full time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California.
$116,688 - $155,168