Hybrid Library Page - Library for the Performing Arts / Performing Arts Museum, Creative Design and Exhibitions bei The New York Public Library
The New York Public Library · New York, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in New York
Are you a design student with a passion for the performing arts, storytelling, or public spaces? The New York Public Library has been a vital resource for books, information, and inspiration for over 100 years—and design plays a key role in how we share that with the public. As a Page in the Creative Design & Exhibitions department, you’ll gain firsthand experience supporting design work within a library and museum context. This opportunity offers exposure to exhibition design, visual communication, and the creative processes behind public-facing materials. You’ll work alongside experienced designers and learn how your skills can contribute to cultural institutions. We’re looking for creative, motivated individuals with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. A friendly, collaborative attitude is essential—you’ll be a valued part of the team and a representative of the Library.
- Current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited school
Under the direction of a Page supervisor, the Library Page:
- Supports the graphic and exhibition design team on ongoing exhibitions and branded projects and engages in each phase of the design process
- Helps maintain brand standards across all organizational communications as appropriate
- Assists designers and Supervising Museum Maintainer during installation and removal of exhibitions
- Helps organize and maintain files
- Projects high standard of service both within the exhibitions team and with internal Library clients
- Performs other related tasks as needed
Required Education, Experience & Skills
- Current enrollment in a degree program at an accredited school
- Proper employment certificate for minors under 18 as required by NYS law
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator), Mac environments, and Google Applications
- Strong organizational skills and ability to follow detailed instruction in a fast-paced environment
- Superb interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
- Demonstrated reliability and professionalism
- Passion for design and typography
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of Google SketchUp or Vectorworks is a plus
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All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
- Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
- Be Resourceful in solving problems
- Be Curious in all aspects of your work
- Be Welcoming and Inclusive
- Navigates customer interactions and escalates issues to the manager
- Assists in identifying collection condition issues for the manager
- Office setting
- Public library setting
- Some work in performance, gallery/museum space, and other exhibition spaces throughout the library.
- Moderate lifting required (up to 25 lbs)
- Pushing book trucks
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Schedule
- 19 hours per week
This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.