Graphic Designer III
Oklahoma Watch Inc., Oklahoma City, OK, United States
**Job Posting Title**Graphic Designer III**Agency**640 SERVICE OKLAHOMA**Supervisory Organization**Communications**Job Posting End Date**Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.**Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)****Full/Part-Time**Full time**Job Type**Regular**Compensation**The Service Oklahoma (SOK) mission is to ease the stress in navigating government services by providing a best-in-class customer experience. We are Oklahomans helping Oklahomans by providing driver license and motor vehicle services on behalf of the state.
This position has an annual rate of $70.000.00.
The Service Oklahoma offers a generous benefits package, including a benefits allowance to off-set the costs of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans. The Service Oklahoma will match up to 7% towards an employee’s Defined Contribution retirement plan. Our employees receive 11 paid holidays, 15 days of paid annual leave, which increases with every 5 years of service, and 15 days of paid sick leave. Additionally, employees will receive longevity payments based on their years of service with the State of Oklahoma.**Job Description**# POSITION SUMMARYThe Graphic Designer will play a key role in the communications division. This position will produce designs with a high visual impact while ensuring cohesion with the brand identity and meeting all competing deadlines. The Graphic Designer will also perform all design services, producing high- quality graphic design elements for external and internal audiences as well as electronic and print publications and documents.# POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESThis job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities and skills.* Performs the digital and print design work from concept to completion.* Designs a wide variety of digital media including social media graphics, one-page flyers, web graphics and more.* Designs content for internal and external communication including newsletters, digital email content, manuals, forms and more.* Produces and executes design work for web platforms.* Strategizes with the communications team to develop content that drives engagement and increases public awareness of Service Oklahoma’s services.* Manages and organizes a large number of electronic files.* Provides high-quality service to all internal division partners, customers and vendors.* Manages multiple simultaneous projects from beginning to end.* Coordinates with vendors for all print orders (as needed).* Other duties as assigned.# KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES* Expert level knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud programs, including Illustrator CC, InDesign CC and Photoshop CC* Knowledgeable of web graphic standards and experience creating graphics for web platforms, social media, advertisements and other digital content.* Experience in creating marketing flyers, one-pagers, newsletters and reports for various audiences.* Knowledge and skills in copyediting for digital content and publication.* Proficient skills in typography and layout.* Proficient skills in creating publications/graphics that meet accessibility standards.* Knowledge of color theory and management (CMYK, RGB, HEX).* Knowledgeable in offset and digital printing processes, including set-up.* Knowledge and skills in Apple OS X environment and MS Office.* Skills in creativity and attention to detail.* Ability to be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.* Ability to handle high-volume of work assignments.* Ability to be flexible and work well under pressure while meeting all project deadlines.* Organization skills to manage time efficiently while working on multiple projects with varying deadlines.# EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEThe preferred minimum qualifications for this position are:Level II* Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, or a related field, PLUS at least two (2) years of related professional experience* OR an equivalent combination of education and experienceLevel III* Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, or a related field, PLUS at least four (4) years of related professional experience* OR an equivalent combination of education and experiencePreference may be given to candidates who have one or more of the following:* Experience in web development and user experience design.* Applied experience with digital content email and text marketing platforms.# SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS* The schedule for this position may vary and require flexibility, including some early or late shifts, weekends, and occasional overtime, based on the needs of the agency.* This position may require occasional travel. The employee must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel. State vehicles may be available, but reliable transportation may be required for local travel.* This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday.* This position requires employees to be able to stand up to eight hours a day and lift 10-50 pounds on a regular basis, with assistance as needed.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.**Equal Opportunity Employment**The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday .If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: #J-18808-Ljbffr
This position has an annual rate of $70.000.00.
The Service Oklahoma offers a generous benefits package, including a benefits allowance to off-set the costs of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans. The Service Oklahoma will match up to 7% towards an employee’s Defined Contribution retirement plan. Our employees receive 11 paid holidays, 15 days of paid annual leave, which increases with every 5 years of service, and 15 days of paid sick leave. Additionally, employees will receive longevity payments based on their years of service with the State of Oklahoma.**Job Description**# POSITION SUMMARYThe Graphic Designer will play a key role in the communications division. This position will produce designs with a high visual impact while ensuring cohesion with the brand identity and meeting all competing deadlines. The Graphic Designer will also perform all design services, producing high- quality graphic design elements for external and internal audiences as well as electronic and print publications and documents.# POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESThis job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities and skills.* Performs the digital and print design work from concept to completion.* Designs a wide variety of digital media including social media graphics, one-page flyers, web graphics and more.* Designs content for internal and external communication including newsletters, digital email content, manuals, forms and more.* Produces and executes design work for web platforms.* Strategizes with the communications team to develop content that drives engagement and increases public awareness of Service Oklahoma’s services.* Manages and organizes a large number of electronic files.* Provides high-quality service to all internal division partners, customers and vendors.* Manages multiple simultaneous projects from beginning to end.* Coordinates with vendors for all print orders (as needed).* Other duties as assigned.# KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES* Expert level knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud programs, including Illustrator CC, InDesign CC and Photoshop CC* Knowledgeable of web graphic standards and experience creating graphics for web platforms, social media, advertisements and other digital content.* Experience in creating marketing flyers, one-pagers, newsletters and reports for various audiences.* Knowledge and skills in copyediting for digital content and publication.* Proficient skills in typography and layout.* Proficient skills in creating publications/graphics that meet accessibility standards.* Knowledge of color theory and management (CMYK, RGB, HEX).* Knowledgeable in offset and digital printing processes, including set-up.* Knowledge and skills in Apple OS X environment and MS Office.* Skills in creativity and attention to detail.* Ability to be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.* Ability to handle high-volume of work assignments.* Ability to be flexible and work well under pressure while meeting all project deadlines.* Organization skills to manage time efficiently while working on multiple projects with varying deadlines.# EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEThe preferred minimum qualifications for this position are:Level II* Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, or a related field, PLUS at least two (2) years of related professional experience* OR an equivalent combination of education and experienceLevel III* Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, or a related field, PLUS at least four (4) years of related professional experience* OR an equivalent combination of education and experiencePreference may be given to candidates who have one or more of the following:* Experience in web development and user experience design.* Applied experience with digital content email and text marketing platforms.# SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS* The schedule for this position may vary and require flexibility, including some early or late shifts, weekends, and occasional overtime, based on the needs of the agency.* This position may require occasional travel. The employee must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel. State vehicles may be available, but reliable transportation may be required for local travel.* This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday.* This position requires employees to be able to stand up to eight hours a day and lift 10-50 pounds on a regular basis, with assistance as needed.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.**Equal Opportunity Employment**The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday .If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: #J-18808-Ljbffr