Graphic Designer

About Art Bridges
Art Bridges Foundation is the vision of philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton. Since 2017, Art Bridges has created and supported projects that bring outstanding works of American art out of storage and into communities. Art Bridges partners with a growing network of over 200 museums of all sizes and locations on nearly 900 projects—impacting more than 5.3 million people across 49 states and Puerto Rico—to provide financial and strategic support for exhibition development, loans from the Art Bridges Collection and Partner Loan Network, and programs designed to educate, inspire, and deepen engagement with local audiences.

For more information, visit artbridgesfoundation.org.

The Position
Job Title:

Graphic Designer

Reports to:

Director of Marketing and Communications

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Location:

Bentonville, Arkansas (On-site)

Date Reviewed:

06/19/2026

Job Description & Responsibilities
The Graphic Designer supports the planning and execution of graphic design and visual communication activities across organizational initiatives, programs, partnerships, and communications projects. Working closely with internal teams, external stakeholders, vendors, and production partners, the role develops high‑quality, brand‑compliant visual assets across print, digital, environmental, and promotional applications. The position collaborates to coordinate design requests, implement brand standards, manage design project intake, prioritize work, coordinate print production, maintain digital design assets, and ensure consistent, accessible, high‑quality visual communications across a variety of platforms.

Exercise independent design judgment to develop, shape, and refine graphic design solutions that represent Art Bridges' programs, partnerships, and institutional priorities across print, digital, and environmental communications.

Produce layouts, graphics, social content, presentations, signage, print collateral, event materials, infographics, and other branded visual assets supporting departments and partner museums, marketing campaigns, and foundation initiatives.

Apply and uphold existing brand guidelines across all output, flagging inconsistencies for resolution.

Develop, refine, and maintain graphic design assets to ensure visual consistency, quality, accessibility, and alignment with brand standards.

Oversee design projects through creative review and approval processes, collaborating with leadership and stakeholders to incorporate feedback while maintaining visual consistency and quality.

Ensure all visual assets align with Brand Standards, visual identity, accessibility expectations, and organizational goals, promoting consistency across communications.

Collaborate with colleagues across departments to advise on design best practices, brand standards, and visual communication approaches.

Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to develop visual communications that support priorities while ensuring on‑schedule delivery.

Production & Project Coordination

Manage design project intake and prioritization, scope requirements, establish realistic timelines, coordinate workload, and proactively communicate priorities and capacity constraints.

Prepare production‑ready files (print specifications, bleeds, color profiles, proofs) and manage handoff to printers and fabricators.

Manage vendor and contractor relationships for print, signage, promotional items, and physical deliverables, sourcing quotes, reviewing proofs, negotiating timelines and pricing, and ensuring quality and brand compliance.

Manage design workflows and task tracking in Asana; maintain working files in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva Pro; store and organize assets in SharePoint.

Maintain organized source files, asset libraries, and version control.

Perform other duties as assigned to support evolving organizational needs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, fine arts, or a related field required.

4–6 years of progressively responsible experience in graphic design, visual communications, brand management, or a related creative discipline.

Experience in nonprofit, foundation, museum, or cultural institutions preferred.

Demonstrated expertise in graphic design principles, visual communication, typography, layout, color theory, and brand identity across print and digital media.

Strong portfolio of high‑quality visual communications across a variety of formats.

Proven experience preparing production‑ready files and coordinating with printers, fabricators, vendors, and partners.

Proven ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple initiatives, and maintain organized, accurate work.

Strong communication (verbal, written, presentation) and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and sound judgment.

Collaborative ability with cross‑functional teams and external partners to support project goals, timelines, and standards.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Asana, SharePoint, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), and Canva Pro.

High level of professional integrity and discretion with sensitive issues.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment
Position requires prolonged use of a computer and telephone, good hand‑eye coordination, bending, stretching, lifting a minimum of 10 pounds, and visual acuity to review written materials. Work is performed on‑site (Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m.‑5 p.m.) in a professional, climate‑controlled office environment. Some travel may be required, including occasional overnight travel and flexible scheduling for business needs.

Art Bridges and DEAI
Art Bridges is committed to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion in all work and decisions. We support colleagues and partners in learning and growing together to make this important work part of our daily lives.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Art Bridges is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Additional Employment Information
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a confidentiality agreement and background check (where permitted by state law). Applicants must provide proper identification verifying eligibility to work in the United States.

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