GRAPHIC DESIGNER SENIOR
Arizona State Government, Phoenix, AZ, United States
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
REHABILITATION & REENTRY
Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements. The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER SENIOR Job Location:
Address: Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) 4441 East McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85034 https://corrections.az.gov/
Posting Details:
Salary: $61,200.00
Grade: 20
Closing Date: 04/19/2026
Job Summary Are you an expert Graphics Designer? Do you have at least 5 years of experience working at a medium to large-sized business? Have experience mentoring Junior Graphic Designers? This is the next step in your Executive-level Graphics Designing career. Join our Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) team of professionals. Apply today!
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking an expert Graphic Designer. This position is responsible for leading and executing Arizona Correctional Industries creative initiatives across all channels. Balances strategic thinking with hands‑on production, supporting brand development, campaign creativity, and marketing execution. Ensures visual consistency across the brand while maintaining high standards of quality and performance. Also collaborates closely with internal stakeholders, incorporates feedback, manages priorities, and contributes creative solutions that extend beyond assigned deliverables.
For further information about the Arizona Correctional Industries, visit: https://aci.az.gov/
Job Duties
Develops creative concepts aligned with brand standards and campaign objectives
Contributes to brand evolution, visual systems, and strategic direction across channels
Executes high-quality and creative content across print collateral, signage, marketing materials, social graphics, digital ads, presentations, and other brand assets
Ensures accuracy, consistency, and production readiness
Partners with marketing, sales, leadership, and cross-functional teams to interpret creative briefs, manage feedback cycles, and deliver projects on time and within scope
Serves as a creative resource for external partners and collaborators, ensuring brand alignment across co‑branded materials, joint campaigns, and partnership initiatives
Maintains brand standards across all creative outputs
Reviews work for consistency, accessibility, compliance, and accuracy
Identifies opportunities to improve creative workflows, templates, tools, and production efficiencies
Stays current with design trends, tools, and best practices
Drives on State business
Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of:
Graphic design principles, typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy
Brand strategy and visual identity systems across multiple platforms
Digital marketing design requirements (email, social, web, paid media)
Print production processes, file preparation, and vendor specifications
Project work flows, creative briefing, and feedback management processes
Creating and maintaining structured design systems that enable efficient production and long‑term brand growth
Familiarity with co‑branding standards and partnership marketing environments
Skill in:
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects or Premiere a plus)
Strong visual storytelling and concept development
Effective presentations and communication when working with stakeholders
Detail‑oriented production, with high‑quality control standards
Ability to:
Balance creative strategies with hands‑on execution
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners
Serve as a creative resource for third‑party partnerships and cobranded initiatives, interpret creative briefs, and ask strategic clarifying questions
Work independently with minimal supervision
Adapt to evolving priorities and organizational needsElevate visual standards while maintaining operational efficiency
Mentor and develop creative talent, fostering growth, accountability, and high design standards across the team
Translate strategic objectives into compelling visual executions
Manage multiple brands and maintain visual consistency
Incorporate and respond constructively to feedback
Selective Preference(s)
At least five (5) years working at a medium to large-sized business
At least three (3) years of mentoring jr. graphic designers
Portfolio showcasing both designs in print and digital work
Pre-Employment Requirements Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation and a drug test.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class‑appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2‑10‑207.11). In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
Benefits
Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave — up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
Contact Us The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255‑2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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GRAPHIC DESIGNER SENIOR Job Location:
Address: Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) 4441 East McDowell Road Phoenix, Arizona 85034 https://corrections.az.gov/
Posting Details:
Salary: $61,200.00
Grade: 20
Closing Date: 04/19/2026
Job Summary Are you an expert Graphics Designer? Do you have at least 5 years of experience working at a medium to large-sized business? Have experience mentoring Junior Graphic Designers? This is the next step in your Executive-level Graphics Designing career. Join our Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) team of professionals. Apply today!
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking an expert Graphic Designer. This position is responsible for leading and executing Arizona Correctional Industries creative initiatives across all channels. Balances strategic thinking with hands‑on production, supporting brand development, campaign creativity, and marketing execution. Ensures visual consistency across the brand while maintaining high standards of quality and performance. Also collaborates closely with internal stakeholders, incorporates feedback, manages priorities, and contributes creative solutions that extend beyond assigned deliverables.
For further information about the Arizona Correctional Industries, visit: https://aci.az.gov/
Job Duties
Develops creative concepts aligned with brand standards and campaign objectives
Contributes to brand evolution, visual systems, and strategic direction across channels
Executes high-quality and creative content across print collateral, signage, marketing materials, social graphics, digital ads, presentations, and other brand assets
Ensures accuracy, consistency, and production readiness
Partners with marketing, sales, leadership, and cross-functional teams to interpret creative briefs, manage feedback cycles, and deliver projects on time and within scope
Serves as a creative resource for external partners and collaborators, ensuring brand alignment across co‑branded materials, joint campaigns, and partnership initiatives
Maintains brand standards across all creative outputs
Reviews work for consistency, accessibility, compliance, and accuracy
Identifies opportunities to improve creative workflows, templates, tools, and production efficiencies
Stays current with design trends, tools, and best practices
Drives on State business
Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of:
Graphic design principles, typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy
Brand strategy and visual identity systems across multiple platforms
Digital marketing design requirements (email, social, web, paid media)
Print production processes, file preparation, and vendor specifications
Project work flows, creative briefing, and feedback management processes
Creating and maintaining structured design systems that enable efficient production and long‑term brand growth
Familiarity with co‑branding standards and partnership marketing environments
Skill in:
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects or Premiere a plus)
Strong visual storytelling and concept development
Effective presentations and communication when working with stakeholders
Detail‑oriented production, with high‑quality control standards
Ability to:
Balance creative strategies with hands‑on execution
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners
Serve as a creative resource for third‑party partnerships and cobranded initiatives, interpret creative briefs, and ask strategic clarifying questions
Work independently with minimal supervision
Adapt to evolving priorities and organizational needsElevate visual standards while maintaining operational efficiency
Mentor and develop creative talent, fostering growth, accountability, and high design standards across the team
Translate strategic objectives into compelling visual executions
Manage multiple brands and maintain visual consistency
Incorporate and respond constructively to feedback
Selective Preference(s)
At least five (5) years working at a medium to large-sized business
At least three (3) years of mentoring jr. graphic designers
Portfolio showcasing both designs in print and digital work
Pre-Employment Requirements Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation and a drug test.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class‑appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2‑10‑207.11). In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
Benefits
Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave — up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short‑term and long‑term disability options
Exceptional retirement program
Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
Incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Retirement Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
Contact Us The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 255‑2430. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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