Graphic Designer 2 Job at StateJobsNY in Albany

Bachelor's degree in an art or design field such as art, drawing, painting, illustration, digital design, or interactive media and two years of experience; or an associate's degree in the same fields and four years of experience.Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Communications Design, Video, or a related field; experience producing multimedia communication projects for social media; demonstrated proficiency in Adobe CC, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, InDesign; demonstrated video editing experience to help create short-form and long-form video content; demonstrated conceptual planning, creative design, and typography skills; demonstrated experience following art direction, receiving feedback and collaborating on layouts; demonstrated exceptional organizational and time management skills, including handing multiple projects simultaneouslyDuties Description Develop and design compelling, engaging content (static graphics, editorial/press related graphics, infographics, motion graphics, reels, video cutdowns, etc.) to engage followers and grow audiences across social platforms, including but not limited to: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and other emerging channels; assist in the coordination of the workflow of creative assets through the production process; work in partnership with the social media team to create cohesive social media assets that can be leveraged on organic and paid social media; review all materials that are produced and ensure that approvals have been secured and that the final product is accurate, in the appropriate format and meets the outlined digital needs; work closely with the creative design team to ensure consistency in brand voice and visual style across all social channels, while always looking for ways to elevate and evolve the brand; experiment and master new design tools, features, and functionalities to create content, engage with fans, and increase reach; support additional digital design efforts as needed. This may include design of website ads, banners, graphics, and more; troubleshoot and support hardware and software problems that interfere with the creation and/or delivery of content; provide design support to appropriate staff; perform other appropriate related duties.Additional Comments We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:• Holiday & Paid Time Off• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)• Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System• Shift & Geographic pay differentials• Affordable Health Care options• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost• NYS Deferred Compensation plan• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds• And many more...For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htmSome positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name Human Resources Management Group, MV/GD2/3391Telephone 5184861812Fax 518-473-3395Email Address resume@health.ny.govAddressStreet Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State PlazaCity AlbanyState NYZip Code 12237Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MV/GD2/3391 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MV/GD2/3391, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.