Austin Aviation - Graphic Designer - Full-time

h2bspan style="font-size:14pt"JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM/span/b/h2h2span style="font-size:14pt" /span/h2h2span style="font-size:12pt"At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation#39;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 – anchors in delivering 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./span/h2pspan style="font-size:14pt" /span/ph2bspan style="font-size:14pt"What Makes the City of Austin Special?/span/b/h2p/pullipbspan style="font-size:12pt"Make a Difference/span/bspan style="font-size:12pt": Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation./span/p/lilipbspan style="font-size:12pt"Value and Innovation /span/bspan style="font-size:12pt": Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives./span/p/lilipbspan style="font-size:12pt"Competitive Benefits/span/bspan style="font-size:12pt": Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits./span/p/lilipbspan style="font-size:12pt"Retirement Security/span/bspan style="font-size:12pt": Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees#39; Retirement System./span/p/lilipbspan style="font-size:12pt"Sustainable Transportation Options/span/bspan style="font-size:12pt": Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure./span/p/lilipbspan style="font-size:12pt"Focus on Wellness/span/bspan style="font-size:12pt": Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support./span/p/lilipbspan style="font-size:12pt"Career Growth/span/bspan style="font-size:12pt": Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities./span/p/lilipbspan style="font-size:12pt"Modern Workspaces/span/bspan style="font-size:12pt": Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration./span/p/li/ulh2span style="font-size:14pt" /span/h2h2span style="font-size:14pt"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./span/h2pspan style="font-size:14pt" /span/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pAbout Austin-Bergstrom International AirportbrOwned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is an economic engine, supplying over 74,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Central Texas region. Now, as we build the airport’s largest improvement program in its history, we are redefining the travel experience in one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team behind Journey With AUS, the airport’s expansion and development program, where bold ideas, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a shared commitment to excellence are taking flight.p style="text-align:inherit"br / /ph2bJob Description:/b/h2pbPurpose:/b/ppUnder supervision, perform graphic design duties that contribute to both the promotion and dissemination of information of a department and/or Citywide. These duties may contribute to any or all of the following areas: Marketing, public relations, media relations, and publication of documents for internal and external education and communication./pp/ppbDuties, Functions and Responsibilities:/b/ppEssential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned./pullipDesigns develops, and produces and creates illustrations, logos and art work for a wide variety of marketing materials for meetings, presentations, trade shows, and other events./p/lilipPerform photography work (graphic design, events, etc.) for publication in newsletters or inclusion in reports./p/lilipMonitors all stages of production to complete projects (design the work and incorporate others#39; ideas). Coordinates all aspects of producing marketing materials./p/lilipAdvises and consults with vendors (photo labs, photographers, printers, etc.). Produces bid specifications, documentation, and contracts for vendors./p/lilipAssists in the planning and development of advertising/promotional campaigns/strategies./p/lilipDesigns and edits newsletters for internal and external use./p/lilipDevelops and updates Intranet and Internet web sites. Use computerized graphic software to produce final product./p/lilipPlans and works on assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations./p/lilipMay have primary responsibility for larger individual projects or act as an art director for client programs. May act as a liaison on behalf of these programs./p/lilipAssists with the development of long range strategic marketing plans./p/li/ulp/ppbResponsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:/b/ppMay lead or supervise others./pp/ppbKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:/b/ppMust 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./pullipKnowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of art work./p/lilipKnowledge of marketing practices and procedures, design principles, and media industries./p/lilipKnowledge of graphic layouts for product illustrations, company logos, internet and intranet websites./p/lilipKnowledge of sample layouts based on layout principles and esthetic design concepts./p/lilipSkill in oral and written communication./p/lilipSkill in using computers and related software./p/lilipSkill in planning and organizing./p/lilipSkill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing./p/lilipAbility to use computer software to generate new images./p/lilipAbility to understand advanced visual problem-solving skills, conceptualization and project management skills./p/lilipAbility to come up with unusual ideas about a given topic or situation./p/lilipAbility to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged./p/lilipAbility to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities./p/lilipAbility to lead others./p/lilipAbility to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public./p/li/ulp/ppbMinimum Qualifications:/b/pullipGraduation with a Bachelor#39;s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major coursework in Graphic Design or a certificate in Graphic Design, plus three (3) years of relevant work experience./p/lilipExperience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years./p/li/ulp/ppbLicenses and Certifications Required:/b/pullipNone/p/li/ulp/ppbPreferred Qualifications:/b/pullipAbility to travel to more than one work location/p/lilipAbility to write and conduct research/p/lilipAbility to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities/p/lilipAbility to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public/p/li/ulp style="text-align:inherit"br / /ph2bNotes to Candidate:/b/h2pbPosition Overview:/b/ppThe graphic designers at Austin Aviation will help create a standard in the visual identities. Among the airport there are brands and campaigns that this graphic designer will work with to ensure everything stays consistent. The designer will help with external and internal projects. The designer will work with a marketing team to help develop adverting campaigns and strategies. This person will also help with ensuring all content that is being publishes is withing brand standards. Overall, this person will help with ensuring the visual identity of AUS and Austin Aviation remains consistent across all platforms./pp/ppbAssessment:/b/ppA skills assessment will be required for this position./pp/ppbSalary Range/b:/pp$27.77 - $33.95/pp/ppbTravel:/b/ppThis position requires traveling to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties. A driving record verification will be conducted. 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./pp/ppbApplication Information:/b/ppA detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary. Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes. The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application./pp/ppbVeteran:/b/ppVeteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview./pp/ppbCriminal History Records Check:/b/ppThe top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10-year criminal background check and security threat assessment./pp/ppbLanguage:/b/ppMust have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English./pp/ppbOvertime: /b/ppOvertime may be required with or without notice./pp/ppbWork Hours:/b/ppMonday-Friday/pp8:00 AM-5:00 PM/ppbHours may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work./b/pp/ppbGood Standing – Department/Division Postings:/b/ppEmployees, in good standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employees must remain in good standing through the top candidate selection phase at which time the good standing status will be re-verified./pp/ppbImportant Note to Applicants:/bbr /Please be aware that the iJob Posting Close Date/i reflects the bfinal day to apply/b, but the posting will bclose at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed/b. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time./pp/ppWe also recommend that you bsave or print a copy of the job posting/b for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system./pp/ppbDepartment may close this job posting at any time after 7 days/b/pp/ppbBenefits:/b/ppWorking with Aviation provides a number of health and welfare benefits see a href="https://youtu.be/LKq6jxN3Uc8" target="_blank"City of Austin Promotional Benefits Overview/a and click a href="http://www.austintexas.gov/department/active-employee-benefits" target="_blank"HERE /ato learn more./ppSee us in action: a href="https://www.youtube.com/#64;AUSAirport/videos" target="_blank"Austin-Bergstrom International Airport - AUS - YouTube/a  /pp style="text-align:inherit"br / /pp style="text-align:left"EEO Statement for City of Austin:/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"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#39;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./pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"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./p