Graphic Designer
City of Grande Prairie
Date: 1 week ago
City: Grande Prairie, Alberta
Contract type: Part time
The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play.
Our Communication Department is looking for a dedicated Graphic Designer to join the team.
Position Responsibilities
We're looking for a creative and personable individual with extensive industry knowledge and experience to manage highly-visible graphic design projects from start to finish.
As a member of the Communications Department, you will be responsible for delivering the City's visual identity through the development and implementation of resources, standards, and quality assurance processes that apply to all departments and facilities. Your ability to lead by example, manage conflict and clearly communicate in visual, verbal, and written form is critical.
The successful candidate will demonstrate previous experience, artistic abilities and project management skills through a digital portfolio included in application.
Key Responsibilities Include
The standard workweek consists of an average of 35 hours, with the specific schedule being determined by the immediate supervisor.
Compensation
Starting Salary $36.11 per hour as per the Out-of-Scope Agreement.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package. What We Offer | City of Grande Prairie (cityofgp.com)
Diversity & Inclusion
The City of Grande Prairie is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individuals with unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome, support, respect and value all members of the community.
Selection Process
We appreciate your interest in our organization, and we thank you in advance for your application. Candidates selected for an interview will be notified via phone or email.
To efficiently manage the high volume of applications we receive for each job posting, we are unable to address job-specific inquiries prior to the interview stage. However, if you progress to the job interview stage, we will gladly answer any questions you may have.
Our Communication Department is looking for a dedicated Graphic Designer to join the team.
Position Responsibilities
We're looking for a creative and personable individual with extensive industry knowledge and experience to manage highly-visible graphic design projects from start to finish.
As a member of the Communications Department, you will be responsible for delivering the City's visual identity through the development and implementation of resources, standards, and quality assurance processes that apply to all departments and facilities. Your ability to lead by example, manage conflict and clearly communicate in visual, verbal, and written form is critical.
The successful candidate will demonstrate previous experience, artistic abilities and project management skills through a digital portfolio included in application.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Wield complex industry standard software with superior proficiency to produce digital assets.
- Analyze the client's needs in order to generate ideas and design concepts.
- Apply knowledge of colour theory, typography, and trends to produce effective products.
- Prepare sketches, layouts, and other graphical elements to illustrate complex ideas.
- Employ artistic ability to draw digital illustrations/artwork for use in projects.
- Tactfully transform constructive criticism into effective product improvements.
- Edit and process raw digital photos for display and archival in the media gallery.
- Independently manage corporate design projects from start to finish.
- Evaluate design project requests and assign appropriate priorities to each.
- Coordinate and schedule project work in alignment with priorities.
- Facilitate requirements gathering activities and develop creative briefs.
- Coordinate the printing and production of physical materials.
- Inspect the final product and resolve production issues.
- Complete tasks as assigned.
- Work collaboratively with team members to achieve project goals.
- Participate on project teams to provide expert advice and perspective.
- Liaison for City staff and external design agencies.
- An undergraduate degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Minimum of two (2) years in a related field of study, such as graphic design or visual communications.
- Minimum of two (2) years recent work experience as a graphic designer.
- At least one (1) year of experience working in a design agency.
- Broad range of experience producing assets for print, online and industrial (signage).
- Proficiency with Adobe's Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Formal project management training and experience leading projects independently.
- A talent for digital illustration.
- Photography experience an asset.
The standard workweek consists of an average of 35 hours, with the specific schedule being determined by the immediate supervisor.
Compensation
Starting Salary $36.11 per hour as per the Out-of-Scope Agreement.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package. What We Offer | City of Grande Prairie (cityofgp.com)
Diversity & Inclusion
The City of Grande Prairie is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individuals with unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome, support, respect and value all members of the community.
Selection Process
We appreciate your interest in our organization, and we thank you in advance for your application. Candidates selected for an interview will be notified via phone or email.
- To apply for this position, please utilize the "Apply Now" tab on this web page to submit your comprehensive cover letter and up-to-date resume.
- Our application review process includes a thorough evaluation of all submissions. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview scheduling.
- This posting will be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.
To efficiently manage the high volume of applications we receive for each job posting, we are unable to address job-specific inquiries prior to the interview stage. However, if you progress to the job interview stage, we will gladly answer any questions you may have.
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