Graphics Designer

Position Overview

Responsible for layout and design of digital assets and publications, including the Garland City Press, and creation of various graphics for City departments. The role also involves photography, copywriting, and editing skills. Compensation: $61,069 - $67,621 (Depending on qualifications and experience).

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, analyze, and create visual solutions and design layouts for publications, brochures, flyers, maps, forms, signage, and digital applications.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of City logo and marketing artwork as outlined in the Brand Standards Guide.
• Perform copywriting, editing, and proofreading of publications and materials.
• Collaborate with departments and partners to determine design needs and develop layouts for departmental approval.
• Act as liaison to print companies and City departments to manage orders, resolve print issues, negotiate delivery dates and invoices.
• Work across design platforms to create and modify digital content.
• Support website content updates for the department.
• Provide photography services and maintain digital files for both print and digital use.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job.
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Valid Class C Texas driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or a related field of study.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in graphic design for an agency, company, or city municipality.
• Fluency in Vietnamese (written and spoken) is a plus.
• Comprehensive knowledge of computer graphic design for both print and digital projects.
• Understanding of artwork processes, graphic art techniques, and display setups.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat DC).
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to design on PC.
• Skilled in photography and photo editing.
• Capability to execute original artwork including posters, brochures, and signs.
• Familiarity with typography, pagination, and color theory for creating appealing marketing collateral.
• Ability to draw, recreate, and convert images to vector artwork.