Graphic Designer

The Graphic Design Specialist I is responsible for assisting in the design and layout of compelling, clear and concise documents and collateral, including but not limited to brochures, posters, signs, presentations, etc. for the County of Chester using various desktop publishing programs and/or photographic elements.

• Designs, creates layouts, and produces a variety of materials for digital and print platforms, including, but not limited to infographics, brochures, charts and diagrams, reports, web images, and social media visual content.
• Stays up to date with the latest visual communications/graphic design trends.
• Works closely with county communications team to understand the needs and wants of products.
• Follows visual branding/standards as needed.
• Coordinates printing services.

Required:

• Associate’s degree in Graphic Arts, Design, or a related field, or
• One year of job-related experience or training, or
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Arts/Design or a related field, or
• One or more years of job-related experience or training, or
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Strong creative design skills.
• Ability to accept constructive criticism.
• Ability to conceptualize and design products based on verbal and abstract client directives.
• Strong proof reading and editing skills.
• Ability to meet objectives independently and as part of a team.
• Desire to learn new tasks.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with extended hours, as necessary.

• Design ability for diverse target audiences.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• A valid driver’s license.

Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Latest Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge)

• Ability to sit, walk, talk, and hear frequently.
• Frequent use of hands/fingers for typing and operating standard office equipment.
• Occasional standing, bending, climbing stairs, lifting or carrying items.
• Minimal physical exertion; occasionally reaching above shoulders or working with arms above shoulder height, kneeling, stopping, crouching, squatting, pushing, twisting/rotating at the waist, climbing or working on ladders, and smelling odors from art supplies. 
• Visual acuity to read computer screens and written documents, distinguish colors for artwork, perceive depth (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distance and spatial relationships), and adjust focus (photographs, etc.).

• Office environment, low to moderate noise level.

• This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities required for this job.        Responsibilities may be assigned or changed at any time.

• Relevant background checks, clearance, physicals, drug tests and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.
  • PATCH – Criminal History
  • Child Line
  • FBI Fingerprinting