Listing Summary

POSITION SUMMARY

The essential function of this position is to create and design insightful graphical illustrations that effectively enhance the City’s ability to communicate complex information to all of its stakeholders in an easily digestible manner.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Transform City briefs and reports into creative visual layouts to be presented in front internal and external stakeholders.
• Plan, design, and create graphics and visual layouts for monthly, quarterly and annual reports, brochures, magazines, billboards, the city website, maps, posters, banners, fliers, advertisements, logos, social media, and promotional items.
• Transform reports into visually appealing PowerPoint presentations.

• Develop 2D visual designs that incorporate vector graphics, web design, typography, illustrations, and video.
• Design and develop eye-catching event swag, event materials, and seasonal art for print and digital use.
• Create visually stunning motion graphics and animations for various digital media platforms. Use video software to design and implement captivating motion graphics projects.
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Suite with an emphasis on After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator.

• Prepares specifications for printers and works with internal and external printing and duplication services.
• A strong understanding of layout, typography, shape, and color work.

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelor’s degree in graphic design, fine art, illustration, product design, or a closely related field is preferred, but not required; and four (4) years of experience.   Completion of an equivalent apprenticeship will be considered. Knowledge of Adobe Suite. 

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrate excellence in writing, proofreading, and editing.
• Excellent research, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback to improve performance.
• Interacts and communicates clearly with coworkers, citizens, and vendors in a courteous, friendly matter.
• Manages difficult situations, responds promptly to needs, solicits consultant feedback to improve service, responds to requests for service and assistance and meets commitments.
• Exhibits tact, consideration, and patience in difficult situations.
• Approaches sudden, unexpected challenges effectively with confidence.
• Punctual, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Organizes or schedules other tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

May work an adjusted schedule for addressing system issues or assisting in events occurring after 5:00 p.m. such as meetings, or planned events.

REQUIREMENTS INCLUDED IN THIS CLASS SPECIFICATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO MODIFICATION IN ORDER TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WHO ARE OTHERWISE QUALIFIED TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE JOB.