Graphic Designer B - Job Details

Position Information

Posting Title Graphic Designer B

Job Requisition Number 066764
Position Number 107996
Job Type Full-Time
Division Name Communications/Sales Support
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or Certificate in Graphic Design plus five (5)
years
of relevant work experience.
One (1) year of related experience may substitute for one (1)
year
of required education with a maximum substitution of four (4)
years.

Licenses or Certifications: None.

Notes to Applicants Applicants must submit a resume to be considered. A

cover letter is
optional.
Under supervision, perform graphic design duties that
contribute to
both the promotion and dissemination of information relating
to
Austin Energy or City-wide initiatives or programs. These
duties
may contribute to any or all of the following areas: Marketing,
public relations, media relations, and publication of
documents for
internal and external education and communication.
Posting closes at midnight on Sunday, April 11, 2010.

Pay Range $16.61 - $21.18 per hour

Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 p.m.
Job Close Date 04-11-2010
Departments may close a
posting at their discretion

Type of Posting External

Department Austin Energy
Regular/Temporary Regular
Category Professional
Location 811 Barton Springs Road, Suite 250
Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
and
have experience with print processes.

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans

with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other
related duties may be assigned.

1.Design develop, and produce art work for a wide variety of marketing materials
2.Develop, design, and produce displays for meetings, presentations, trade shows, and
other events
3.Create illustrations and logos
4.Perform photography work (graphic design, events, etc.) for publication in newsletters or
inclusion in reports
5.Monitor all stages of production to complete projects (design the work and incorporate
others' ideas)
6.Coordinate all aspects of producing marketing materials
7.Advise and consult with vendors (photo labs, photographers, printers, etc.)
8.Produce bid specifications, documentation, and contracts for vendors
9.Assist in the planning and development of advertising/promotional campaigns/strategies
10.Design and edit newsletters for internal and external use
11.Develop and update Intranet and Internet web sites
12.Use computerized graphic software to produce final product
13.Train and assist department personnel and other divisions on computer programs
14.Plan, conduct, and lead assignments and projects.
15.Work on assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgement and
initiative are required in resolving
problems and making recommendations.
16.May have primary responsibility for larger individual projects or act as an art director for
client programs.
17. May act as a liaison on behalf of these programs.
18.Assist with the development of long range strategic marketing plans.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

An employee at this level may supervise others for quality assurance, training procedures,
or technical assistance.

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.

Use broad and comprehensive knowledge of marketing practices and procedures, design
principles, and media industries.
Possess a strong understanding of critical thinking, advanced visual problem-solving skills,
conceptualization and project management abilities.

This position does not require a criminal background investigation

EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American 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 TTY (512) 974-2445.

Apply to City of Austin Human Resources: http://bit.ly/9xKBDM