Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System is hiring: TDA - Graphic Des

Overview

Graphic Design Artist – TDA (57924) – Texas Department of Agriculture, Marketing & Public Outreach Division. Location: Austin, TX. Regular, Exempt position. Travel up to 10% of the time. Salary: $4,900.00 – $5,300.00 per month. Posting date: Sep 19, 2025. Closing date: Oct 4, 2025.

Organization and Location

Organization: Department of Agriculture. Location: Austin, TX (SFA OFFICES AUSTIN - 11 FLOOR, 1700 N. Congress St. #1100, Austin 78701).

What You’ll Do

The Graphic Design Artist will perform complex design, graphic, multimedia, print, and communications work for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Marketing & Public Outreach Division. You will combine creative design expertise with communications support to develop impactful visual and multimedia content. You will be responsible for producing and managing agency creative assets, including digital graphics, publications, print materials, and interactive media, while ensuring brand consistency and high production quality. This position works under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and produce graphics, multimedia content, and interactive materials for print and digital platforms.
• Review and approve agency design proofs and internal drafts for consistency, accuracy, and quality, ensuring that all creative deliverables adhere to the agency’s brand guidelines.
• Plan and develop the writing, layout, and design of the monthly agency newsletter as well as other print and digital publications.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the communications and print vendors, coordinating production schedules, proofs, and quality control to ensure all materials meet agency visual standards.
• Assist in creating graphics for social media channels and agency website pages to boost engagement and visual appeal.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of agency style guidelines to ensure consistent branding.
• Work with senior staff to create public information and educational materials under the guidance of the Director of Communications.
• Follow all TDA policies and procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in graphic design, fine arts, journalism, public relations, communications, or related field. One year of related work experience may substitute for one year of college.
• Two (2) years of professional design experience.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.).
• Experience with online design tools/websites such as Canva or Flipsnack.
• Experience in writing, editing, and producing various communication materials.
• Experience in brand development, including design and production of logos and related visual elements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, TweetDeck).
• Experience managing and creating content for social media platforms in a professional capacity.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of graphic and multimedia design, production methods, animation, typography, color theory, layout and composition, printing processes, and publishing standards.
• Skill in using graphic design software and multimedia packages.
• Ability to plan and execute graphic design and multimedia projects, communicate brand guidelines effectively, exercise sound judgment and discretion, and maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Normal office environment. May involve exposure to dust/allergens. Mostly sedentary but may require walking, standing, lifting up to 30 pounds, and extended computer work. May require extended hours, evenings, weekends, and travel up to 10%.

Telework & Work Hours

The agency does not offer telework. Employees are required to be physically present for work. Core hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; limited service windows outside these hours.

Application & Employer Information

Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the CAPPS Recruit supplemental questions. We do not sponsor visas. EEO: TDA is an equal employment opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations available in interviews on request. E-Verify participation required for new employees.

Additional notes: You may check application status in CAPPS Career Center. A skills exercise may be conducted at the interview. For inquiries, contact HR as posted.

Driver’s license: A valid government-issued Texas driver’s license in good standing may be required; out-of-state licenses may require an official driving record.