Careers and internships at the Nelson-Atkins
The employees who support the Nelson-Atkins are considered among its greatest assets — and the jobs they perform integral to the richness of the institution.
Current Openings We employ full-time, part-time, temporary, and seasonal personnel — as well as offer internship opportunities — across several areas of the museum. Here are the roles currently available.
Position: Visual Designer
Location:
Kansas City, MO
Job Id: 1418
# of Openings: 1
Visual Designer Status: Full Time
Starting Salary Range: $46,762 - $52,653 per year(commensurate with experience and qualifications)
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art | Kansas City, MO
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is seeking a talented and collaborative
Visual Designer
to join our Strategic Marketing Solutions team. This role offers the opportunity to shape how audiences experience exhibitions, programs, and museum initiatives through compelling visual storytelling across print, digital, and environmental platforms.
If you are passionate about design excellence, detail-oriented craft, and creating meaningful audience experiences within a mission-driven cultural institution, we invite you to apply.
About the Role The Visual Designer creates high-quality visual assets that support exhibitions, marketing campaigns, institutional communications, and guest engagement initiatives. Working closely with internal partners across Marketing, Curatorial, Education, Development, and other teams, this role delivers polished, on-brand design solutions that enhance how the Museum connects with audiences.
This position reports to the Senior Visual Designer and collaborates as part of a creative team dedicated to excellence in design and storytelling.
What You’ll Do Develop visual assets for digital, print, and environmental applications in alignment with established brand standards
Translate project goals into thoughtful, audience-centered design solutions
Prepare production-ready files and ensure technical accuracy across deliverables
Coordinate with external vendors and fabricators as needed
Manage assigned design projects, timelines, and deliverables with professionalism and accountability
Contribute creative ideas that strengthen workflows and elevate design quality
What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, or related field
2–4 years of professional design experience
Strong portfolio demonstrating layout, typography, and visual storytelling expertise
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and standard design tools
Experience producing both digital and print materials
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Why Join the Nelson-Atkins? We are a vibrant, free-admission museum with a world-class collection spanning 5,000 years of global creativity. We are committed to scholarship, accessibility, and diversity—and to creating a sense of belonging for all. Here, you’ll join a team that believes art can inspire, challenge, and transform—and that every visitor should feel welcome to explore and be moved by what they see.
Compensation
Our compensation philosophy values both market competitiveness and internal fairness, ensuring that every employee’s contribution is recognized and rewarded.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Onsite wellness center and fitness classes
Paid parental leave or family leave
Work-Life Balance
Generous paid time off and ten calendar holidays
35-hour work week for most positions (M-F)
Professional Growth
Conference attendance or travel support
Free access to exhibitions and reciprocal admission to partner museums
Access to continuing learning with our Learning Management System
Employer retirement contributions
Life and disability insurance
Culture & Mission
An inspiring, art-filled work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive
Opportunities to attend exclusive exhibition previews, lectures, and community events.
Non-Discrimination The Nelson-Atkins is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact the People & Culture department.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art conducts pre-employment background checks as part of our selection process.
Salary information is a general guideline only. The Museum considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Launch your career in the arts — or explore a new field — through hands-on internship experiences. Although internships are offered across a variety of areas in the museum, roles are commonly found in education, photography and videography, design, branding, and curatorial affairs.
If an internship is not posted above, there are currently no internships available.
Our benefits support your health, well-being, and future:
Wellness & Life Insurance Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Retirement Savings & Paid Time Off
Employee Perks & Museum Discounts
*Part-time benefits may vary.
Values and culture We’re guided by a mission that make the Nelson-Atkins a great place to work and thrive:
Respect : Every voice is valued.
Collaboration : Creativity thrives across teams.
Stewardship : We care for our guests and the art collections.
Growth : We offer opportunities for professional and personal development.
We’re proud to share that the Nelson-Atkins is WELL certified. That means our buildings meet a global standard that supports human health and well-being — through clean air and water, comfortable spaces, and thoughtful design that enhances the employee experience. Read more about the museum’s WELL Certification.
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Current Openings We employ full-time, part-time, temporary, and seasonal personnel — as well as offer internship opportunities — across several areas of the museum. Here are the roles currently available.
Position: Visual Designer
Location:
Kansas City, MO
Job Id: 1418
# of Openings: 1
Visual Designer Status: Full Time
Starting Salary Range: $46,762 - $52,653 per year(commensurate with experience and qualifications)
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art | Kansas City, MO
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is seeking a talented and collaborative
Visual Designer
to join our Strategic Marketing Solutions team. This role offers the opportunity to shape how audiences experience exhibitions, programs, and museum initiatives through compelling visual storytelling across print, digital, and environmental platforms.
If you are passionate about design excellence, detail-oriented craft, and creating meaningful audience experiences within a mission-driven cultural institution, we invite you to apply.
About the Role The Visual Designer creates high-quality visual assets that support exhibitions, marketing campaigns, institutional communications, and guest engagement initiatives. Working closely with internal partners across Marketing, Curatorial, Education, Development, and other teams, this role delivers polished, on-brand design solutions that enhance how the Museum connects with audiences.
This position reports to the Senior Visual Designer and collaborates as part of a creative team dedicated to excellence in design and storytelling.
What You’ll Do Develop visual assets for digital, print, and environmental applications in alignment with established brand standards
Translate project goals into thoughtful, audience-centered design solutions
Prepare production-ready files and ensure technical accuracy across deliverables
Coordinate with external vendors and fabricators as needed
Manage assigned design projects, timelines, and deliverables with professionalism and accountability
Contribute creative ideas that strengthen workflows and elevate design quality
What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, or related field
2–4 years of professional design experience
Strong portfolio demonstrating layout, typography, and visual storytelling expertise
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and standard design tools
Experience producing both digital and print materials
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Why Join the Nelson-Atkins? We are a vibrant, free-admission museum with a world-class collection spanning 5,000 years of global creativity. We are committed to scholarship, accessibility, and diversity—and to creating a sense of belonging for all. Here, you’ll join a team that believes art can inspire, challenge, and transform—and that every visitor should feel welcome to explore and be moved by what they see.
Compensation
Our compensation philosophy values both market competitiveness and internal fairness, ensuring that every employee’s contribution is recognized and rewarded.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Onsite wellness center and fitness classes
Paid parental leave or family leave
Work-Life Balance
Generous paid time off and ten calendar holidays
35-hour work week for most positions (M-F)
Professional Growth
Conference attendance or travel support
Free access to exhibitions and reciprocal admission to partner museums
Access to continuing learning with our Learning Management System
Employer retirement contributions
Life and disability insurance
Culture & Mission
An inspiring, art-filled work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive
Opportunities to attend exclusive exhibition previews, lectures, and community events.
Non-Discrimination The Nelson-Atkins is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact the People & Culture department.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art conducts pre-employment background checks as part of our selection process.
Salary information is a general guideline only. The Museum considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Launch your career in the arts — or explore a new field — through hands-on internship experiences. Although internships are offered across a variety of areas in the museum, roles are commonly found in education, photography and videography, design, branding, and curatorial affairs.
If an internship is not posted above, there are currently no internships available.
Our benefits support your health, well-being, and future:
Wellness & Life Insurance Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Retirement Savings & Paid Time Off
Employee Perks & Museum Discounts
*Part-time benefits may vary.
Values and culture We’re guided by a mission that make the Nelson-Atkins a great place to work and thrive:
Respect : Every voice is valued.
Collaboration : Creativity thrives across teams.
Stewardship : We care for our guests and the art collections.
Growth : We offer opportunities for professional and personal development.
We’re proud to share that the Nelson-Atkins is WELL certified. That means our buildings meet a global standard that supports human health and well-being — through clean air and water, comfortable spaces, and thoughtful design that enhances the employee experience. Read more about the museum’s WELL Certification.
#J-18808-Ljbffr