JOB The Graphic Arts Specialist I is responsible for assisting in the design and layout of compelling, clear and concise documents, brochures, posters, signs, maps, presentations, web page layout, etc. for the Chester County Planning Commission (CPCC), County Commissioners and, by special request, other county departments using various desktop publishing computer programs and/or photographic elements. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties, Tasks and Accountabilities:
- Design, layout, and produce a variety of materials for digital and print platforms, including, but not limited to, infographics, brochures, charts and diagrams, reports, web images, and PowerPoint presentations.
- Develop and incorporate graphics into reports and other print and digital publications with an emphasis on responsiveness, timeliness, and accuracy.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest visual communications/graphic design trends.
- Work closely with planners to understand needs and wants for products.
- Follow visual branding/standards as needed.
- Perform photo shoots of planning topics, meetings, and public events.
- Design web pages for CCPC websites.
- Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have:
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Experience and skill in the latest Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge).
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Experience and skill in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Basic Microsoft Outlook skills (Email and Calendar).
