Required Qualifications and Skill Sets:
•Bachelor's degree or higher in a creative field
•Proficiency in programs such as Adobe Suite, Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•Minimum of two years' experience in graphic design
•Attention to detail
•Portfolio of work with a range of creative projects
•Time management and organizational skills
•Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, and web
•Experience with both print and digital media
Duties Description The New York State Senate is seeking a dedicated graphic designer. Your duties will include developing graphics for print and digital platforms including mailers, banners, posters, and related materials.
Responsibilities Include:
•Create and design various materials for print and digital
•Select colors, fonts, images, and layouts
•Ensure projects are completed in a timely manner with a quality product
•Advise best practices and optimizations throughout design projects
•Work with a wide range of media and graphic design software
•Manage multiple projects
•QA design for errors
•Create visualizations that convey accurate messaging for the project
Additional Comments Starting salary is $45,000 - $50,000, commensurate with education and experience.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a link to a website or portfolio of their work. Submissions that do not include a cover letter and examples of work will not be considered.
This recruitment will remain open until filled.
The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that include a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:
•Dental insurance
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
•Health insurance
•Life insurance
•Paid time off
•Parental leave
•Retirement plan
•Tuition reimbursement
•Vision insurance
•Wellness Program
The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Hiring Coordinator
Telephone n/a
Fax n/a
Email Address jobs@nysenate.gov
Address
Street 5 Southwoods Boulevard
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12211
Notes on Applying Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a link to a website or portfolio of their work to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include a cover letter and examples of work will not be considered.