Penn Foster
Temporary - Digital Graphic Designer
Penn Foster, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Position Information
Posting Title : Temporary - Digital Graphic DesignerJob Requisition Number : COA089563Position Number : T62003Job Type : Part-TimeDivision Name : Austin TransportationMinimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) college or university with major coursework in related discipline or certificate in graphic design, plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience related to the job.Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Notes to Applicants
The temporary Digital Graphic Designer within the Transportation and Public Works Department is responsible for the development and design of graphic materials to support public outreach through printed and digital materials. This role will primarily support the graphic needs for the department’s social media channels and websites. The Digital Graphic Designer will be responsible for the development and design of the following materials, among others: one-page factsheets, web pages, social media graphics and assist other team members with creating annotated maps.Working for the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more.Please provide a link to your portfolio in the “Other Documents” section of the application.This position may require a skills assessment.
Pay Range
$27.90 – $34.17 per hour
Hours
Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Excellent visual design skills, and ability to distill complex information through informational graphics.Experience with developing compelling graphics and visual materials in accordance with an established brand.Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Illustrator and InDesign.Experience designing materials for social media on a corporate or professional level.Experience planning and developing promotional, marketing, advertising, or communications materials through all phases of development and production.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Creates comprehensive design strategies and packages tailored to customer needs.Designs and produces websites, motion graphics, style guides, advertisements, promotional materials, print collateral, illustrations, logos, and photography for a wide variety of marketing materials and platforms.Assists with web and social media presence, development, appearance and updates.Monitors and coordinates all stages of production to complete projects.Advises and consults with vendors producing bid specifications, documentation, and contracts for vendors.Assists in the planning and development of digital advertising, promotional campaigns and strategies.Acts as art director and liaison for individual projects and client programs.Assists with the development of long range strategic marketing plans.Researches best practices, emerging technology, user behavior, interface content, and industry and cultural trends.Acts as a steward of the brand look and feel and ensures that all creative broadcast across all channels lives up to the highest quality of the City’s visual standards.Collaborates with stakeholders to effectively drive communications and to ensure consistency of brand identity.Works within the content management system to implement and maintain a consistent and engaging visual web presence.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of marketing practices and procedures, design principles, and media industries.Knowledge of content management systems; Drupal experience preferred.Knowledge of current and emerging web publishing standards and best practices related to accessibility, usability and writing for the web.Knowledge of multimedia formats related to audio, video, and interactive technologies.Knowledge of user-centered design process, specifically related to accessibility and Web standards.Skill in design, illustrations, infographics and data visualizations.Skill in typography, color and layout composition.Skill in CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and prototyping and wireframe creation tools.Skill in analytical and conceptual approaches to design.Skill in oral and written communication.Skill in project management to assist project managers in work estimates and planning.Ability to craft graphic elements, assets, and visual treatments that adapt and flow with responsive design systems.Ability to manage multiple projects and remain flexible through multiple revisions from concept to completion while keeping a keen attention to detail.Ability to manage time and schedules.Ability to work on projects of all scales and types, both collaboratively and independently.Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public as well as to work collaboratively with marketing, development, and project management specialists.Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.Ability to articulate design rationale, user-understanding and empathy and an understanding of brand.Ability to work with Adobe Creative Cloud.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.
Information For City Employees
If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
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Posting Title : Temporary - Digital Graphic DesignerJob Requisition Number : COA089563Position Number : T62003Job Type : Part-TimeDivision Name : Austin TransportationMinimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) college or university with major coursework in related discipline or certificate in graphic design, plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience related to the job.Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Notes to Applicants
The temporary Digital Graphic Designer within the Transportation and Public Works Department is responsible for the development and design of graphic materials to support public outreach through printed and digital materials. This role will primarily support the graphic needs for the department’s social media channels and websites. The Digital Graphic Designer will be responsible for the development and design of the following materials, among others: one-page factsheets, web pages, social media graphics and assist other team members with creating annotated maps.Working for the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more.Please provide a link to your portfolio in the “Other Documents” section of the application.This position may require a skills assessment.
Pay Range
$27.90 – $34.17 per hour
Hours
Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Excellent visual design skills, and ability to distill complex information through informational graphics.Experience with developing compelling graphics and visual materials in accordance with an established brand.Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Illustrator and InDesign.Experience designing materials for social media on a corporate or professional level.Experience planning and developing promotional, marketing, advertising, or communications materials through all phases of development and production.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Creates comprehensive design strategies and packages tailored to customer needs.Designs and produces websites, motion graphics, style guides, advertisements, promotional materials, print collateral, illustrations, logos, and photography for a wide variety of marketing materials and platforms.Assists with web and social media presence, development, appearance and updates.Monitors and coordinates all stages of production to complete projects.Advises and consults with vendors producing bid specifications, documentation, and contracts for vendors.Assists in the planning and development of digital advertising, promotional campaigns and strategies.Acts as art director and liaison for individual projects and client programs.Assists with the development of long range strategic marketing plans.Researches best practices, emerging technology, user behavior, interface content, and industry and cultural trends.Acts as a steward of the brand look and feel and ensures that all creative broadcast across all channels lives up to the highest quality of the City’s visual standards.Collaborates with stakeholders to effectively drive communications and to ensure consistency of brand identity.Works within the content management system to implement and maintain a consistent and engaging visual web presence.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of marketing practices and procedures, design principles, and media industries.Knowledge of content management systems; Drupal experience preferred.Knowledge of current and emerging web publishing standards and best practices related to accessibility, usability and writing for the web.Knowledge of multimedia formats related to audio, video, and interactive technologies.Knowledge of user-centered design process, specifically related to accessibility and Web standards.Skill in design, illustrations, infographics and data visualizations.Skill in typography, color and layout composition.Skill in CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and prototyping and wireframe creation tools.Skill in analytical and conceptual approaches to design.Skill in oral and written communication.Skill in project management to assist project managers in work estimates and planning.Ability to craft graphic elements, assets, and visual treatments that adapt and flow with responsive design systems.Ability to manage multiple projects and remain flexible through multiple revisions from concept to completion while keeping a keen attention to detail.Ability to manage time and schedules.Ability to work on projects of all scales and types, both collaboratively and independently.Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public as well as to work collaboratively with marketing, development, and project management specialists.Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.Ability to articulate design rationale, user-understanding and empathy and an understanding of brand.Ability to work with Adobe Creative Cloud.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.
Information For City Employees
If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
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