Graphic Designer Job at Guilford County in Greensboro

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Guilford County’s Graphic Designer creates artistic designs and other visual marketing communications materials that deliver information to intended audiences through imagery in support of Guilford County programs, initiatives and projects.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This role emphasizes the county’s focus on Successful People, Strong Community, and Quality Government , supporting the Guilford County brand and messaging to enhance internal and external engagement across departments, boards, and commissions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Creates visual elements, digital and print using advanced design principles in typography, color theory, scale and composition.
• Collaborates with Communications / Public Relations staff to develop ideas and concept designs that are both artistically interesting and engaging while effectively communicating information and ideas to the target audience.
• Maintains and updates project tracking on Monday.com, coordinating access with collaborators and ensuring alignment across teams.
• Identifies and executes all steps necessary to move projects from concept to completion.
• Performs related duties as required.

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Fine Arts, Communications, or a related field, and five (5) or more years of experience in graphic design, preferably in a public administration setting; or, any equivalent combination of education and related experience sufficient to demonstrate the ability to effectively perform the essential functions of the role.

Preferred Qualifications :

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Normal office environment primarily involving sitting, standing, bending, walking and operating personal computers and copying machines. There is little or no exposure to hazardous environmental conditions.

Driving is Essential

Driving is an essential requirement of this position, whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver’s license and that the driving record is compatible with the county’s driving criteria.

If a personal vehicle is operated for county business, proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County’s vehicle use policy.

Special Note : This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with a physical abilities checklist which can give further details about that one specific position. Those documents should be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal defensible personnel decisions.

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