The Graphic Designer performs various duties for departments throughout the South Carolina State Library. This position will coordinate design, printing, layout, and artwork for newsletters, brochures, booklets, and educational materials for the agency.
The Graphic Designer will conduct a range of tasks with responsibilities which may include:
• Conceptualize, design, and develop graphics, typography, and layout for printed materials
• Apply current and emerging graphic design trends
• Successfully communicate conceptual ideas and design rationales visually, verbally, and in writing, with user advocacy a constant priority
• Coordinate agency’s editorial committee and provide copy editing and proofreading skills on internal and external documents
• Collaborate internally and externally regarding graphic design
• Centralize all graphic design efforts of the agency divisions and departments
• Troubleshoot related design issues with users
• Work closely with agency’s Web Developer to develop website content, such as written copy, graphics, video, and audio for agency websites
• Designs and implements training opportunities for internal and external customers
Minimum and Additional Requirements:
• An associate degree in art and experience in graphics software programs, prefer a bachelor’s degree in media arts or related area
• Knowledge of principles, procedures, and methods of graphic arts
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques involved in layout, graphic art work, design, and print processes
• Ability to evaluate photos and art of the accurate display of editorial content
• Ability to design and construct exhibits and displays for educational programs
• Excellent design/creativity skills and motion graphics design and production
• Familiarity with video editing and/or video creation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated understanding and/or working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suites: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, and related products
Additional Comments
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age (over 40), sex, including pregnancy and childbirth (or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
The State Library actively promotes professional development and learning opportunities for staff. Work takes place in an office environment. Some overnight travel is required.
• Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from consideration for employment.
• Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work/salary history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed in lieu of a completed state application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
• Please include a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Reference and background check will be conducted.
- Starting salary range $33,494 - $40,000 depending on experience.
- Benefits Include: vacation (15 days per year); sick leave (15 days per year); holidays (13 days per year), standard benefits package and South Carolina State Retirement System.
All applications must be submitted online at GovernmentJobs.com. Application Deadline - July 7, 2019.
If you have any questions concerning this job posting, please email Deborah Pack, Human Resources Director at dpack@statelibrary.sc.gov.
