Design Associate (Graphics and Print)

The Design Associate is responsible for the design and production of visual collaterals across exhibitions, public programmes, and institutional communications at Science Gallery Bengaluru (SGB).

This role focuses on print and physical outputs, including exhibition graphics, publications, and on-ground programme materials. The Design Associate will work closely with the Programmes, Communications, Editorial, and Exhibitions teams to ensure a cohesive and high-quality visual language across all outputs.

Key Responsibilities


1. Design and Production

  • Design and produce visual collaterals for exhibitions, including wall graphics, labels, panels, and wayfinding systems.

  • Design and produce print collaterals for public programmes, including posters, invites, standees, and event materials.

  • Support the design and layout of publications such as catalogues, readers, and reports.\

  • Ensure consistency in visual language across formats and outputs.

2. Print and Fabrication Coordination

  • Prepare print-ready files, ensuring accuracy in layout, scale, colour profiles, bleed, and resolution.

  • Coordinate with printers and fabrication vendors to ensure high-quality production.

  • Support material selection and production decisions in collaboration with internal teams.

  • Review proofs and oversee production timelines to ensure timely delivery.

3. Collaboration and Workflow

  • Work closely with the Programmes, Communications, and Exhibitions teams to translate briefs into design outputs.

  • Incorporate feedback and iterate on designs across multiple stakeholders.

  • Support the development and adaptation of visual identities for different exhibition seasons and programmes.

  • Maintain organised design files and workflows across projects.

4. Programme and Institutional Support

  • Support ongoing programme needs with quick-turnaround design outputs where required

  • Contribute to documentation and archival of design assets

  • Assist in maintaining consistency across digital and print communications

Person Specifications

  • 2–3 years of experience in graphic design with a strong focus on print and physical

  • collaterals.

  • Demonstrated experience designing for print, including publications, large-format graphics, or exhibition-related outputs.

  • Experience taking projects from design to final production, including working with printers and vendors.

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.

  • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple design outputs across timelines.

  • Strong understanding of typography, layout, and visual hierarchy.

  • Working knowledge of print production processes, including pre-press and file preparation.

  • Rigorous attention to detail, especially in print accuracy and output quality.

  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams and respond to feedback.

  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to understand and translate briefs into visual outputs.

  • Interest in current science, technology, and arts and culture contexts.

  • Ability to read and write Kannada is desirable.

  • A degree in design, visual communication, or a related field is required; formal qualifications are secondary to portfolio and demonstrated experience.

Job Title Design Associate

Nature of Employment Full-time, Probation - 6 months

Reporting to Senior Design Associate

Location Science Gallery Bengaluru, Bellary Road (next to IVRI)

Work Hours Wednesday to Sunday; we are a small team of an institution in the establishment phase and therefore looking for people who are able to work flexibly. Late-nights, holiday and weekend work may be required.

Applying for the post:

To apply, please send an email to jobs@bengaluru.sciencegallery.com

• The subject line of the email must carry the job title to which you are applying.

• Please attach (1) a resume and (2) a brief covering letter stating your suitability for the position, keeping in mind the specifications mentioned above. Emails not adhering to the above specifications will be rejected.


Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Response

All applications will be considered with respect to the criteria outlined in the person specification. Personal enquiries on application status will not be entertained. No feedback will be provided at any stage of the application. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted via email.

Ruchita Sud