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Job Description
About This Position
Under minimal supervision, this position assists with consistent branding, promotion, and dissemination of information.
Job Description:
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.- Creates comprehensive design strategies and packages tailored to customer needs
- Designs and produces websites, motion graphics, style guides, advertisements, promotional materials, print collateral, illustrations, logos, and photography for a wide variety of marketing materials and platforms
- Assists with web and social media presence, development, appearance and updates
- Monitors and coordinates all stages of production to complete projects
- Advises and consults with vendors producing bid specifications, documentation, and contracts for vendors
- Assists in the planning and development of digital advertising, promotional campaigns and strategies
- Acts as art director and liaison for individual projects and client programs
- Assists with the development of long-range strategic marketing plans
- Research best practices, emerging technology, user behavior, interface content, and industry and cultural trends
- Acts as a steward of the brand look and feel and ensures that all creative broadcast across all channels lives up to the highest quality of the City’s visual standards
- Collaborates with stakeholders to effectively drive communications and to ensure consistency of brand identity
- Works within the content management system to implement and maintain a consistent and engaging visual web presence
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:- May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.- Knowledge of marketing practices and procedures, design principles, and media industries.
- Knowledge of content management systems, Drupal experience preferred.
- Knowledge of current and emerging web publishing standards and best practices related to accessibility, usability and writing for the web.
- Knowledge of multimedia formats related to audio, video, and interactive technologies.
- Knowledge of user-centered design process, specifically related to accessibility and Web standards.
- Skill in design, illustrations, infographics and data visualizations.
- Skill in typography, color and layout composition.
- Skill in CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and prototyping and wireframe creation tools.
- Skill in analytical and conceptual approaches to design.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in project management to assist project managers in work estimates and planning.
- Ability to craft graphic elements, assets, and visual treatments that adapt and flow with responsive design systems.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and remain flexible through multiple revisions from concept to completion while keeping keen attention to detail.
- Ability to manage time and schedules.
- Ability to work on projects of all scales and types, both collaboratively and independently.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public as well as to work collaboratively with marketing, development, and project management specialists.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to articulate design rationale, user-understanding and empathy and an understanding of brand.
- Ability to work with Adobe Creative Cloud.
Minimum Qualifications:- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) college or university with major coursework in related discipline or certificate in graphic design, plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience related to the job.
- Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with shooting and editing professional photography.
- Experience with video creation
Notes to Candidate:
The City of Austin Development Services Department (DSD) assists homeowners, business owners, and contractors when they build, demolish, remodel or perform any type of construction to ensure compliance with applicable city and building codes.
Position Overview:
DSD is seeking a Digital Graphic Designer for a temporary assignment in our Communications Office.
Location:
6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, TX 78752
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Telework maybe available.
Pay Range:
$29.89 - $37.37 per hour
Employment Application:
The City of Austin Employment Application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. A detailed, complete employment application is required.- Please be sure to detail on the application all relevant employment to be considered as part of your qualifications.
- This detailed application will be evaluated for the qualifications and will be used to establish base pay if you are selected for this position.
- Be sure to provide job titles, number of employees supervised and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position including all job duties and responsibilities.
Post Interview Verification:- If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, DSD-HR will contact the current and former employer, as well as the professional references listed in the application. Please ensure the contact information on the application is accurate.
- Top candidates will also be required to provide proof of education from an accredited organization, copies of any professional licenses or certificates listed on the application and a copy of your DD-214 if claiming veteran’s preference
Assessment(s):
Candidates selected for interview may undergo a skill/competency-based assessment(s).
Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Critical Employee:
Critical employees are considered necessary and vital and support activities that impact City or department operations. This work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees who are able to work at an alternative work location are required to do so. Schedules may be modified, and employees may be reassigned to another area during extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to provide essential services.
Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.
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JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM
At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles - Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity - that anchor our delivery of services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.
What Makes the City of Austin Special?- Make a Difference : Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
- Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
- Competitive Benefits : Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
- Retirement Security : Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
- Sustainable Transportation Options : Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
- Focus on Wellness : Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
- Career Growth : Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Modern Workspaces : Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.
By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.
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EEO Statement for City of Austin:
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
Closing Date/Time: 2026-05-22 -
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