Graphic Design and Exhibitions Assistant

The NELDA C AND H J LUTCHER STARK FOUNDATION is seeking a part-time Graphic Design and Exhibitions Assistant to support the Exhibitions department at the Stark Museum of Art and The W.H. Stark House in Orange, TX. In this onsite role, you will help translate exhibition content into polished graphics and also assist with exhibition design, production, installation, and ongoing upkeep under the direction of the Exhibitions Manager.

This position is classified as non-exempt and reports to the Exhibitions Manager
. The hourly pay range is $20 to $23
, with an effective date of August 2026
.

• Develop graphic designs for exhibitions, projects, and programs at the Stark Museum of Art and The W.H. Stark House, then submit for review, approval, and finalization by the Exhibitions Manager.
• Collaborate with SMA and WHSH staff to translate exhibition content into clear, visually engaging materials while maintaining appropriate project branding.
• Handle layout and formatting for large-scale exhibition graphics, including wall text, panels, labels, signage, and vinyl materials.
• Ensure graphics are accurate, accessible, legible, and appropriate for diverse audiences.
• Prepare design files for professional printing, fabrication, and installation, including accurate dimensions and file specifications.
• Design the initial layout for the annual Reindeer Trail exhibition, and support updates to graphics, panels, and vinyl as needed.
• Assist with exhibition furniture needs by assessing requirements, designing furniture for objects and/or interactives, and helping build and paint furniture as needed.
• Support exhibition installation under supervision of the Exhibitions Manager, including object movement, hanging, and mounting of artwork and objects.
• Install vinyl wall graphics and panels under supervision of the Exhibitions Manager.
• Prepare artwork and objects for exhibition under supervision, including matting, framing, and making object mounts.
• Help maintain galleries by patching and painting walls and exhibition furniture.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs of the Stark Museum of Art galleries to identify issues such as burned out lights, malfunctioning technology, damaged touch objects, crooked labels, spots on Plexiglas, or condition concerns.
• Maintain exhibition inventories, including supplies, frames, mounts, risers, stanchions, lights, pedestals, and bonnets.
• Create and maintain 360-degree virtual tours of the Stark Museum of Art and The W.H. Stark House using Matterport
  .
• Participate in Collections & Exhibitions department initiatives, planning, and goal-setting in support of Art & History Venues and Foundation priorities.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

• "Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
  , especially Illustrator
  , Photoshop
  , and In Design .
• Experience with 3D modeling software like Sketch Up is a plus.
• Ability to use manual and power tools.
• Art handling preferred; matting and framing, and mount making preferred.
• Knowledge of collections management systems or other relational databases is preferred, such as The Museum System (TMS); data entry preferred.
• Knowledge of museum collections care practices is preferred.
• Undergraduate degree from a college or university majoring in a related field, including Graphic Design, Art, Art History, Museum Studies, History, Anthropology
  , or related.
• Ability to work well in a team and individually, with initiative, strong attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a positive attitude.
• Strong understanding of graphic design principles, branding, and industry-standard practices, including consideration for accessibility and legibility.
• Detail orientation, enthusiasm, capability to perform repetitive tasks, and excellent computer skills.
• Collections & Exhibitions…