City of Thornton, Colorado
Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator
City of Thornton, Colorado, Brighton, Colorado, United States, 80602
Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator
Under general direction, this role develops and assigns graphic design services for printed and digital promotional materials for all Recreation programs, facilities, special events, and festivals, and supports the Recreation Division (including the golf course) with all marketing efforts including social media.
Responsibilities
Manage the production of the Thornton Activities Guide, including design, layout, translation, printing, and mailing.
Design and create original artwork from concept to camera‑ready stage for printing on paper, web, apparel and other promotional items, as well as unique artwork for displays and kiosks.
Create brochures, flyers, postcards, posters, etc. for internal and external promotions using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat and Photoshop.
Provide graphic design services for printed material using desktop publishing and traditional production techniques.
Maintain scheduling and develop artwork for the department's lobby televisions.
Assist in the design and distribution of electronic communications.
Develop static advertising for the city's local TV station and schedule/upload artwork via web applications.
Design and write ads for various printed publications to promote recreation programs, events, and festivals.
Conduct copy‑editing of text submitted by staff, including flyers, brochures, programs, and posters.
Takes photographs for activity guide covers, brochures, programs, posters, web promotion and social media.
Conduct underwriting, sponsorship, and activities related to the Recreation Division’s programs, special events and festivals.
Build relationships with businesses that contribute in‑kind and monetary items to programs, events, festivals, and facilities and assist in fulfilling rights and benefits outlined in sponsorship packages.
Assist with the coordination and implementation of all special events and festivals, including Thorntonfest, Fourth of July, Harvest Fest, Winterfest, etc.
Design and produce “Levels of Service” presentations every few years for presentation to City Council.
Manage advertising budgets and develop an advertising schedule.
Prepare routine narrative and/or statistical reports.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design or related field; five years of graphic design experience, including multi‑media graphic design experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Licensing / Certification Requirements May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of the city of Thornton recreation program goals and objectives.
Knowledge of marketing, advertising, and promotion.
Knowledge of management principles, including supervision and training.
Knowledge of recreation programs, facilities and special events.
Knowledge of graphic design, layout and production techniques.
Knowledge of photography and use of photographic materials.
Knowledge of basic recreation philosophy.
Knowledge of desktop publishing and creative design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, Photoshop, Excel, Word, Publisher and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of municipal government functions and processes.
Skill in creating documents for marketing, advertising, and promotion.
Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Skill in dealing tactfully and effectively with the public.
Skill in the design, illustration and layout of artwork for advertising and marketing documents.
Skill in using word processing and graphics development software on desktop publishing systems.
Skill in planning, developing, recommending, coordinating and organizing recreation services and programs.
Skill in customer service.
Ability to design, illustrate, and photograph.
Ability to work with the public.
Ability to exercise initiative and judgment, and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to assist with special events and projects.
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays or flexible schedules.
Ability to proof and edit written materials.
Ability to use personal computers and a variety of software packages.
Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, co‑workers, other city staff, vendors, and the public in the completion of projects.
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.
Ability to use a digital camera and scanner.
Ability to handle multiple work assignments and meet deadlines.
Physical and Mental Requirements While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to talk, hear, and make repetitive motions. This position is mostly light work; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. The employee is required to have close visual acuity. The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Anticipated Timeline Interviews will be held January 28–30, and the ideal start date for this position is mid‑February.
Application Instructions Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important. Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration. Please include a portfolio of your work, either as an attachment or a link, with your application.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions, which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre‑determined positions.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industry Government Administration
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Responsibilities
Manage the production of the Thornton Activities Guide, including design, layout, translation, printing, and mailing.
Design and create original artwork from concept to camera‑ready stage for printing on paper, web, apparel and other promotional items, as well as unique artwork for displays and kiosks.
Create brochures, flyers, postcards, posters, etc. for internal and external promotions using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat and Photoshop.
Provide graphic design services for printed material using desktop publishing and traditional production techniques.
Maintain scheduling and develop artwork for the department's lobby televisions.
Assist in the design and distribution of electronic communications.
Develop static advertising for the city's local TV station and schedule/upload artwork via web applications.
Design and write ads for various printed publications to promote recreation programs, events, and festivals.
Conduct copy‑editing of text submitted by staff, including flyers, brochures, programs, and posters.
Takes photographs for activity guide covers, brochures, programs, posters, web promotion and social media.
Conduct underwriting, sponsorship, and activities related to the Recreation Division’s programs, special events and festivals.
Build relationships with businesses that contribute in‑kind and monetary items to programs, events, festivals, and facilities and assist in fulfilling rights and benefits outlined in sponsorship packages.
Assist with the coordination and implementation of all special events and festivals, including Thorntonfest, Fourth of July, Harvest Fest, Winterfest, etc.
Design and produce “Levels of Service” presentations every few years for presentation to City Council.
Manage advertising budgets and develop an advertising schedule.
Prepare routine narrative and/or statistical reports.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design or related field; five years of graphic design experience, including multi‑media graphic design experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Licensing / Certification Requirements May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of the city of Thornton recreation program goals and objectives.
Knowledge of marketing, advertising, and promotion.
Knowledge of management principles, including supervision and training.
Knowledge of recreation programs, facilities and special events.
Knowledge of graphic design, layout and production techniques.
Knowledge of photography and use of photographic materials.
Knowledge of basic recreation philosophy.
Knowledge of desktop publishing and creative design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, Photoshop, Excel, Word, Publisher and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of municipal government functions and processes.
Skill in creating documents for marketing, advertising, and promotion.
Skill in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Skill in dealing tactfully and effectively with the public.
Skill in the design, illustration and layout of artwork for advertising and marketing documents.
Skill in using word processing and graphics development software on desktop publishing systems.
Skill in planning, developing, recommending, coordinating and organizing recreation services and programs.
Skill in customer service.
Ability to design, illustrate, and photograph.
Ability to work with the public.
Ability to exercise initiative and judgment, and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to assist with special events and projects.
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays or flexible schedules.
Ability to proof and edit written materials.
Ability to use personal computers and a variety of software packages.
Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, co‑workers, other city staff, vendors, and the public in the completion of projects.
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.
Ability to use a digital camera and scanner.
Ability to handle multiple work assignments and meet deadlines.
Physical and Mental Requirements While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to talk, hear, and make repetitive motions. This position is mostly light work; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. The employee is required to have close visual acuity. The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Anticipated Timeline Interviews will be held January 28–30, and the ideal start date for this position is mid‑February.
Application Instructions Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important. Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration. Please include a portfolio of your work, either as an attachment or a link, with your application.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions, which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre‑determined positions.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industry Government Administration
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