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JOB
Topping many national lists for city growth and desirability, it is safe to say that Boise is no longer a hidden gem. One of our greatest attributes is the connection between our leaders and residents. We are dedicated to fostering a transparent and supportive relationship with the community we serve. The City of Boise is seeking to add another creative and energetic Graphic Designer to our Community Engagement team. If you are looking to contribute to your local community, build relationships, and foster our vision of “A City for Everyone,” we invite you to apply.This position: Creates, designs, and develops visually impactful and engaging material from often complex informationDesigns in various media ranging from print to web, with particular expertise in print design and productionWorks independently with significant creativity and under general supervisionHas potential for a hybrid work scheduleTo provide a safe and healthy workplace for all City of Boise employees, residents, and community members, new employment offers are contingent upon the applicant providing proof of up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination process according to current CDC guidance to the City, on a confidential basis, or receiving an exemption from the vaccination requirement as a legally required medical or religious accommodation two weeks prior to the applicant’s scheduled start date.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Maintains brand and design standards and best practices, leverages new media and modern best practices to provide fresh approaches to projects. Conceptualizes, designs, and produces a variety of communication and marketing materials that inspires and engages target audiences and reach project goals. Produces materials that range from logo development, brochures, infographics, event displays, signage, websites, social web pages, presentations, and videos. Works closely with the internal departments to support and produce their needs and the needs of their clients. (40%)Develops and designs artwork and performs quality-control proofing. Revises design until acceptable results are obtained. Selects photographs for print processing. Plans layouts and writes printing specifications, including paper stock, size, and face of type, binding systems, and multi-color reproductions. Assists with the planning, organizing, and implementing of promotional programs or campaigns. Manipulates and formats photographic images in digital formats for electronic and/or web-based documents and applications. Keeps informed of industry trends, best practices, comparative and competitive reviews, and evolving technologies. (30%)Consults with internal and external customers on project specifications, considering budget and end-use. Obtains printing cost estimates. Enters project specification orders into print management software. Processes address verification to vendors and prepare for variable data printing. Performs special administrative projects as assigned. Works closely with production staff and outside vendors to assure the quality of the final product. Provides excellent project management and client services in creating graphic materials and services for the City’s 13 departments and the Mayor’s office with a focus on the end-user. Provides timely and proactive deliverables and updates. Maintains print, video, and photography relationships and quotes to produce creative materials on time and within budget. (30%)Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge, Experience, And TrainingBachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Commercial Art or a related fieldThree years of graphic design experience with a high level of proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, InDesign, and PhotoshopStrong working knowledge of Microsoft. PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel Or an equivalent combination of education and or experienceKnowledge/AbilityProven experience in designing for traditional (print) and non-traditional forms (digital, events, and experiential) of media to connect with audiences Take complex ideas and distill them into meaningful visual communicationsHighly organized, able to self-manage a heavy volume of assignments with various deadlines and multiple internal clientsKnowledge of branding best practicesDemonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, positive energy with a get-it-done-right attitudeFlexibility to adjust to change, personalities, and shifting priorities at a moment’s notice demands from the organization it supportsWillingness to help complete the work of the team as a wholeComposed and professional in stressful situations, ranging from interpersonal conflict to emergency situationsDisplays an attitude of cooperation and can work harmoniously with all levels of city employees and community membersPreferred Knowledge, Experience, And TrainingFive years of graphic and print design experience with a high level of proficiency in design softwareKnowledge of the web industry and web programmingFamiliarity with content-management software, WordPress, HTML, CSS, PHP, and other web-related conceptsTwo years of experience with Adobe Creative Suite softwareKnowledge of imposition software such as Imposition WizardLicensing And Other RequirementsValid state-issued driver’s licenseSpecial RequirementsApplicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process RegulationDriving Record Check
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical EffortsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is rarely lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. The noise level is always moderate. Work includes the sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision. Employees will sit. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.Working EnvironmentThe work environment will include inside conditions.#CityofBoiseHR |
