Graphic And Multimedia Creative Designer

The Multimedia Creative Designer supports TxDOT's Internal Communications team goal to inform and engage the Department's nearly 13,000 employees across the state of Texas through highly creative and engaging visual communications. This individual works as a digital storyteller across print, digital and beyond. They will serve as the point person for graphics and visual design work for all Internal Communications projects, while adhering to TxDOT's overall brand guidelines.
Essential Duties:

• Create and maintain graphics and upload digital assets in content management system Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) for agency intranet website and digital displays
• Design page layout, cover design, and graphics for TxDOT's internal print publications
• Collaborate with Creative Services section to ensure all designs adhere to agency brand guidelines
• Concept, create and manage all digital and print design for TxDOT's internal communications· Responsible for ensuring all internal communication properties have a cohesive aesthetic and follow visual identity guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Design a variety of content types including but not limited to: print publication layout, digital kiosk displays, animations, illustrations, email and infographics
• Prepare presentations for executives
• Lead visual strategy, project planning from timeline and workflow management, budgeting and communication with stakeholders
• Create and edit videos and animations for use on internal television network

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience: 9 years professional design and graphics experience in an advertising agency, government agency or other corporate setting. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part time equivalent). College education and/or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

• Successful track record of managing projects both independently and as part of a team; ability to use art and design to make complex ideas or information easy to understand
• Firm understanding of best practices for modern communications and visual design as it relates to the use of content, digital channels, websites, video animations and printed magazines etc.
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere) and other leading design software
• Submit link to online portfolio
• Experience with website content management systems

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher
• Knowledge of web accessibility (WCAG 2.0. A, AA, etc.)
• Experience with videography, photography and lighting skills
• Degree in Design, Media Production, UX, Fine Arts, Communication Design or related discipline

Competencies:

• Current knowledge of industry guidelines and procedures on print design and production
• Ability to manage design projects from beginning to end and meet deadlines
• Strong understanding of visual marketing and stays up to date with design trends and shifts
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams in a professional manner
• Current knowledge of industry guidelines and procedures on website, animation graphics, storyboarding and video editing
• Self-starter requiring limited daily management from supervisor

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity; view a computer screen
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Position Information
Are you a creative thinker looking to help build a vision from the ground up for a small team at one of Texas' premiere state agencies? TxDOT's Internal Communications team is looking for a multimedia designer to help amplify and redefine its visual footprint across the state. The successful candidate in this newly-created role will play a vital part in establishing the Internal Communication team's brand identity and impact. They should be a self-starter and willing to bring unique ideas, while working within the organization's visual and creative style.
Join TxDOT's Communication Division, where we value employee work-life-balance. Our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include hybrid teleworking, flexible work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness centers and hiking trails, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.
Benefits And Perks
At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Retirement Pension
• Low Turnover

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Job
Exec/Admin/Clerical/Legal
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Level
Non-Management
Job Posting
Jun 27, 2023, 11:14:48 AM
State Job Title/s
Creative Media Designer IV
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Applicant Information
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information