Title: Designer
Requisition Id: 3214
Salary: $44,568 - $55,608
Salary Grade: S7
Job Location: Commission Headquarters (JEFFE1) (This position requires full time residency in the state of Missouri.)
Closing Date: July 24, 2024
Our Culture: The Missouri Department of Conservation supports a culture of trusted professionals that is dedicated to our mission, responsible stewards, and believe in One MDC.
To learn more about the job, feel free to contact the hiring supervisor- Stephanie L Thurber at Stephanie.Thurber@mdc.mo.gov or at573 5224115x3849.
Applicants are required to provide a portfolio of work samples. Please submit samples as a website link or file attachment via email. Samples must be received by the closing date July 24, 2024.
Summary/Objective
This position primarily provides high-quality, dynamic print design and layout services for the monthly Missouri Conservationist magazine, as well as a variety of print publications and marketing products. Our ideal candidate is a quick study and creative multi-tasker with strong editorial design experience, typography, and print production skills. You have an eye for the details. You are comfortable and confident accepting and giving feedback with a team. You consistently meet deadlines with inspiring ideas and a great attitude.
Essential Job Duties
- Design magazine department pages, feature articles, and special editions.
- Assist in photo research and coordination and art direction of articles and photo shoots.
- Select appropriate photos, art, fonts, etc. for publications.
- Supply caption writing.
- Follow and maintain branding standards and style guides.
- Provide creative direction and guidance to other designers, editors, and photographers.
- Create original illustrations, graphics, and maps.
- Assist with photo color corrections.
- Complete final proofing and distribution preparation.
- Create accessible/508-compliant digital publications.
- Manage digital archives.
- Assist with ad design and print marketing.
- Perform quality control activities on third party contracts.
Ancillary Job Duties
- Serve on internal and external committees.
- Write and submit contract bid printing specifications for publication print production.
- Award bids for printing, coordinate the printing process, and ensure quality control through delivery of the final product at MDC Distribution Center.
- Ensure contract compliance and timely invoice payment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Art, Journalism, Communications, Conservation, or related.
- At least two (2) years of editorial experience in four- to six-color design with computers.
- Must maintain a current, valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to use office equipment, such as copier, multi-line phone system, scanner, and computer.
- Proficiency in Adobe CC Software application, especially InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Ability to create accessible/508-compliant publications preferred.
- Process superior visual and graphic aesthetic.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Be an active collaborator with writers, editor, designers and others on creative solutions.
- Ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships.
- Ability to work independently and organize workload to meet strict deadlines.
- Professional writing and editing skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to travel and stay overnight, as needed.
- Ability to work varying shifts and hours, as needed.
Work Environment
- Work is performed in standard physical office setting or telework home environment.
Physical Abilities
- Regularly remain in a stationary position, whether sitting or standing.
- Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
- Position self to access items on shelves, under desks or in high or low areas.
- Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
- Clarity of vision, three-dimensional vision, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
- Regularly lift up to 10 pounds, correctly lift up to 25 pounds.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.
Exemption Status/Special Notes
This position has been determined to be Exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.
Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.
MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.
The Department of Conservation will only hire United States citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification" (Form I-9) and produce requested documentation after employment.
Candidates seeking initial employment or re-employment must submit to a drug screen following offer of employment.
All persons employed with the state of Missouri shall file all state income tax forms and pay all state income taxes owed.
Nearest Major Market: Jefferson City
Nearest Secondary Market: Columbia Missouri