Graphic Design and Production Specialist

• Creates print and digital media projects for the district that meet customer needs and comply with brand standards, as appropriate. (60%)
• Liaise with clients and/or district employees to discuss objectives of projects, handling multiple clients and projects daily
• Produce drafts and concepts to customers for use within the district
• Create templates and revise outdated documents to reflect current needs
• Ensure the outgoing documents and projects comply with brand standards as appropriate
• Determine arrangement of copy and font to create consistency across departments
• Find and utilize high-quality graphics
• Proofread copy, and offer suggestions for any changes
• Create visual communications in an aesthetically pleasing way to convey messages and ideas
• Provides districtwide print and production services to ensure high-quality, timely, and cost-effective deliverables. (30%)
• Set up jobs for prepress and print
• Operates black digital printing press, Ricoh C7210s color digital printing press, booklet maker, iJet color envelope press, and large-format poster printers
• Operates bindery equipment such as collator, industrial cutter, punch drill, industrial stapler, and folder to complete printed jobs
• Maintains inventory of paper and supplies
• Demonstrates effective performance and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and customer satisfaction. (5%)
• Collaborates with Publications staff and building staff to meet project deadlines
• Responds in a timely manner to questions and concerns
• invites suggestions and feedback
• Develops and applies creative methods to establish and maintain positive customer relations
• Recognizes and acknowledges the needs and concerns of others
• seeks solutions
• Ensures compliance with applicable district, state, and local policies, rules, and regulations. (5%)
• Understands and complies with district and state safety regulations
• Understands and complies with local and district safety codes
• Ensures satisfactory completion of annual safety inspections
• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned

• Associate degree in graphic design or a relevant certificate
• Two (2) years of prior work experience in graphic design or a related field
• Expertly utilizes the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, with a primary focus on Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, to create high-impact visual layouts that are optimized for both digital viewing and physical print production
• Ability to utilize platforms and applications, such as Canva, to tweak or co-create design projects when needed
• Demonstrates a high degree of creative innovation by translating abstract communication goals into compelling visual narratives that align with brand standards
• Maintains rigorous attention to detail in typography, layout, and color management to ensure all deliverables are error-free and technically sound before reaching the press
• Demonstrates knowledge of digital printing, press operations, and bindery production techniques, with an understanding of print chemistry and quality standards
• Adept at working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail
• Provides clear and professional communication with staff, departments, and stakeholders, fostering positive customer service relationships
• Maintains effective collaboration with colleagues to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables
• Demonstrates adaptability, reliability, and accountability in performing daily tasks and responding to evolving departmental needs

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits