Graphic Designer

The Graphic Designer designs and produces art and materials for library publications and publicity media while maintaining the library’s brand. This includes creating illustrations, newsletters, ads, brochures, and other promotional materials.

Responsibilities

• Designs and produces art for all library publications and publicity media, including illustrations, newsletters, ads, brochures, letterhead, booklists, billboards, calendars of events, annual and seasonal reports, flyers, web and social media
• Develops visual/graphic portions of special campaigns as directed, including design of special logos and print materials
• Develops library signage
• Design and build library floats for parades
• Proofreads, writes and edits copy as needed
• Scans, edits and takes photographs for print materials and the web page
• Maintains computer and hard copy files of art work
• Operates equipment involved in material production, including laminating/mounting machine, paper cutter, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic arts or related field
• Three years or more job-related experience
• Computer experience including graphic art software (Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat)
• Ability to work day, evening, and weekends hours
• Knowledge of marketing department practices and procedures

Key Skills

• Graphic design
• Visual design
• Branding
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Microsoft Office
• Project management
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Collaboration
• Design thinking
• Problem-solving
• Creativity
• Time management
• Organization
• Prioritization
• Leadership

Benefits

• Deferred compensation 457(b) retirement plan
• Pension plan
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits
• Paid time off