Designer (Creative) Jobs

Posted Date

5/19/2023

Department(s): Communications

Reports to: Manager, Communications (Creative)

FLSA status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: K - $70,000 - $114,268

About CalOptima Health

CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto — "Better. Together.” — is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community’s health. We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring. CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County’s best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay!

About The Position

The Designer (Creative) will provide technical and subject matter expert support for the graphic design of branded materials. The incumbent will be responsible for the graphic design of branded print, electronic and other materials, as well as media campaign development and implementation. The Designer will work collaboratively across the organization to help meet department needs related to print and electronic internal and external communications. The incumbent will be highly creative and organized, have proven print and electronic design experience with a public agency, and possess knowledge of the industry standards in print design and content accessibility.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops creative design briefs for projects by meeting with internal clients and gathering information and data to clarify design issues.
• Completes other projects and duties as assigned.
• Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department.
• Maintains brand standards to ensure a consistent look and feel throughout the agency’s printed materials.
• Develops media campaigns to support the marketing and advertising of CalOptima Health and its programs. Collaborates with internal staff and external agencies on campaigns.
• Creates and maintains tools used for content presentation, such as PowerPoint slides and infographics.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of the most current industry technology, tools and trends to implement improvements to CalOptima Health materials.
• Oversees and maintains graphic files, including CalOptima Health logos, photography and artwork.
• Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.
• Develops design concepts for branded collateral materials, including brochures, ads, postcards, newsletters, flyers, invitations, and other items as needed.

Experience & Education

• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above is also qualifying.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3 years of professional print design and production experience required.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work Environment: Employee must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate noise levels.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee may be required to move about the organization. Employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time, as well as work at the computer for long periods. Employee is required to use hands and fingers, especially for typing on the computer and using the mouse. Must also be able to reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift heavy office supply boxes. Employee must be able to talk and hear, particularly for regular communication on the phone.

About Our Benefits & Wellness Options

At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Monday or Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. Employees also have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options.

CalOptima is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.

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Tracking Code

4298-117