Graphic Artist - Printing and Publications

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The graphic artist creates visual materials to promote the district's brand, enhance communication, and support educational initiatives. They produce digital and print content—such as newsletters, brochures, and event branding—to engage parents, students, and the community.

Requirements

A minimum of a High school diploma and/or equivalent.
One to three years of job-related experience or training.
Extensive experience with InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop are required.
Extensive experience preparing artwork for printing and internet web pages.
Ability to operate wide format equipment, copiers, bindery and finishing equipment
Knowledge of substates
Ability to interpret and carry out written and oral job instructions.
Ability to recognize and maintain acceptable levels of both quality and production output.
Ability to withstand and meet demanding production schedules.
Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
Ability to operate equipment while standing for extended periods of time.
Ability to maintain records accurately.
Ability to work as a leader or team member on group projects.

Nice To Haves

Post high school training/work is preferred.

Responsibilities

Meets regular and predictable attendance requirements.
Operates controls, adjusts and monitors all job-related equipment.
Pays close attention to work details.
Monitors the accuracy, quality and aesthetic appeal of work output.
Meets job specifications and requests with only general supervision.
Gives and receives job-related information.
Works cooperatively with other shop employees.
Ability to read and use information obtained from written sources, visual displays, and measuring devices.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
Knowledge and ability to observe materials in process as a basis for assessing work quality.
Knowledge and ability to fully operate job-related mechanical, technical, and manual devices.
Knowledge and ability to use InDesign, Illustrator & PhotoShop
Knowledge of Fusion Pro/Merged data with print files
Knowledge and ability to illustrate (draw) using computer tools and traditional methods
Ability to make careful precise finger movements.
Ability to be thorough and attentive to details related to the job.
Cross trained for on copiers and bindery equipment.
Workflow knowledge of equipment is imperative.
Operate wide format printers and finishing equipment such as: Xante -33, Canon Arizona, Colorado, Colex, Laminator and additional Wide-format Equipment
Produce high-quality signage and display graphics in rigid and flexible substates
Prepare and package large-format print jobs for delivery or installation
Maintain accurate job tracking and maintenance on the machine
Market Direct Store Front and Avanti Slingshot
Conduct Routine Maintenance and cleaning of print equipment and workspaces
Monitor Inventory Level and communicate supply needs
Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate service calls when necessary
Ensure all jobs meet quality control standards and are completed on time
All other duties as assigned
Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.