Graphic Designer I

Summary

Develops presentations, graphics, and other types of media-based materials for internal and external usage.

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description.  These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

• Designs pictures, drawings, and graphic materials using computers or other media.
• Edits materials and presentation drafts for graphic clarity prior to sending to print.
• Communicates artistic themes in flyers, posters, advertising, handbooks, or other presentation mediums.
• Build and maintain project management skills in order to set schedules, determine workload allocation etc.
• Maintains files and records of graphic designs; ensures the timely completion of all work presented to the graphics unit.
• Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
• Ensure all artistic work follow the correct branding while being inventive and imaginative in developing original and creative products

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure and Certification

N/A

Supervision

This position may have supervisory responsibility.

Competencies

• Active Learning
• Creativity
• Flexibility And Adaptability
• Listening
• Accuracy And Attention To Detail
• Graphic Design
• Graphic Tools
• Graphic Visualization
• Multimedia Tools
• Knowledge Of Specific Publishing Software
• Content Evaluation

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