Creative Design Specialist

ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY • Elkhart, IN

7d • $22 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

The Creative Design Specialist creates visual materials to capture the attention of current and potential audiences for library programs, resources, special events, and other initiatives. The role executes marketing strategy through contemporary design using original illustrations, existing art or images, and text, while maintaining consistent visual communication as part of the patron experience across the library’s five locations. The specialist works with staff across the organization to support brand management and collaborates with the marketing team to attract new audiences and improve customer experience. The position is based at the Main Library in the Marketing and Public Relations department and reports to the Department Head – Marketing and Public Relations. It is a full-time, non-exempt role with occasional evening and weekend work and occasional local and long-distance travel. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in graphic design or a relevant field from an accredited school plus at least one year of professional-environment experience, or at least five years of professional-environment experience.
• Portfolio required.
• Advanced experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Ability to create original designs and layouts or adapt existing graphics accurately and creatively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to develop visual elements for marketing initiatives.
• Ability to assist and guide coworkers in maintaining brand consistency.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize projects, and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to think creatively to solve problems, develop marketing opportunities, and promote the library to the community.
• Ability to plan and manage a budget and perform basic mathematical tasks.
• Ability to understand modern library services, materials, and standard office and library equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, learn and adapt, and communicate clearly with tact and courtesy.
• Above-average written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to understand business and professional materials and effectively present information to library personnel, Board of Trustees members, and current or potential vendors.
• Ability to speak, hear, and see; sit for extended periods; occasionally reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl; and occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing for the public sector, such as government, schools, or libraries.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with staff throughout the organization to ensure consistency in visual promotions and contribute to library brand management.
• Use critical thinking and work with the marketing team to develop solutions that attract new audiences and improve the customer experience.
• Participate in planning and report to the department head on design-related work, including current projects, upcoming assignments, long-range goals, and budget, office, and printing needs.
• Provide internal creative services and products as needed.
• Stay current on artistic and technological advancements in graphic design relevant to the job.
• Perform designated administrative and clerical duties as needed.
• Follow library and personnel policies, procedures, and work standards; attend work regularly and on time; maintain confidentiality; and monitor library communication venues.
• Participate in meetings, conferences, continuing education, community engagement, and special projects as required.
• Address or assist with issues concerning the safety of library staff and users, and the security and maintenance of library buildings and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree