Graphic Designer

Position Title:Graphic Designer To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here. **PLEASE UPLOAD OR PROVIDE A LINK(S) TO SOME OF YOUR GRAPHIC DESIGN EXAMPLES WHEN SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION** Tell me more….. The purpose of this position is to support the City of Peoria's brand and utilize graphic design techniques to promote city programs, events, policies, and strategic priorities. This is accomplished by collaborating with the Office of Communications Team and other city departments to provide professional level graphic design, desktop publishing services, and coordinating printing and distribution of completed work. To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here. Key Responsibilities: • Collaborates with all city departments and council support staff to understand design needs and provide expert guidance, ensuring high-quality final products. • Creates original graphic content including illustrations, artwork, typography, and photography for various campaigns and special projects. • Designs and produces a wide range of materials such as forms, brochures, newsletters, manuals, reports, charts, maps, promotional items, flyers, web pages, print and digital ads, banners, signage, PowerPoint templates, and branded stationery. • Plans and evaluates technical aspects of design production including typesetting, printing processes, photography, and related equipment. • Edits and refines copy for print advertisements and other communications materials. • Manages all aspects of print and production vendor relationships, including sourcing and evaluating vendors, negotiating pricing, maintaining quality standards, and overseeing timelines and issue resolution. • Leads citywide design projects by setting priorities, managing timelines and budgets, and establishing clear procedures for successful project delivery. • Assesses and recommends computer hardware and software based on current project needs and evolving technologies. • Delivers high-quality work under tight deadlines, especially for time-sensitive or high-priority projects. • Proofs final drafts of all materials to ensure accuracy and consistency in copy and design before production. • Provides guidance and direction to interns and temporary graphic design staff as needed. Why Peoria? Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered. About Peoria The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria. If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you! Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria We are: P-Professional~E-Ethical~O-Open~R-Responsive~I-Innovative~A-Accountable Application Process: Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone. During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department [email protected] 623-773-7100. An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency ~ Oportunidad de Empleo con Derechos Iguales.Requirements: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: • Bachelor's degree in art, graphic design, or related field or equivalent experience. Experience: • Minimum of five years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position. • Additional education cannot be substituted for experience. Licenses and Certifications: • Valid Arizona Driver's License required upon hire. Preferred/Desirable Qualifications: • Experience in a municipal or government setting. • Experience with scoping and capturing photographs for use in print and web design. • Project management principles and techniques. • Strong customer service skills Preferred Software Experience: • Adobe Creative Suite / Cloud • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Adobe Stock • AI platforms Compensation: Min $68,681.00 - Mid $85,164.00