GRAPHIC DESIGNER SENIOR

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking an expert Graphic Designer. This position is responsible for leading and executing Arizona Correctional Industries creative initiatives across all channels. Balances strategic thinking with hands-on production, supporting brand development, campaign creativity, and marketing execution. Ensures visual consistency across the brand while maintaining high standards of quality and performance. Also collaborates closely with internal stakeholders, incorporates feedback, manages priorities, and contributes creative solutions that extend beyond assigned deliverables.

Requirements

• Knowledge of graphic design principles, typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy
• Knowledge of brand strategy and visual identity systems across multiple platforms
• Knowledge of digital marketing design requirements (email, social, web, paid media)
• Knowledge of print production processes, file preparation, and vendor specifications
• Knowledge of project work flows, creative briefing, and feedback management processes
• Knowledge of creating and maintaining structured design systems that enable efficient production and long-term brand growth
• Familiarity with co-branding standards and partnership marketing environments
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects or Premiere a plus)
• Strong visual storytelling and concept development
• Effective presentations and communication when working with stakeholders
• Detail-oriented production, with high-quality control standards
• Ability to balance creative strategies with hands-on execution
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners
• Ability to serve as a creative resource for third-party partnerships and cobranded initiatives, interpret creative briefs, and ask strategic clarifying questions
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and organizational needs
• Ability to elevate visual standards while maintaining operational efficiency
• Ability to mentor and develop creative talent, fostering growth, accountability, and high design standards across the team
• Ability to translate strategic objectives into compelling visual executions
• Ability to manage multiple brands and maintain visual consistency
• Ability to incorporate and respond constructively to feedback

Nice To Haves

• At least five (5) years working at a medium to large-sized business
• At least three (3) years of mentoring jr. graphic designers
• Portfolio showcasing both designs in print and digital work

Responsibilities

• Develops creative concepts aligned with brand standards and campaign objectives
• Contributes to brand evolution, visual systems, and strategic direction across channels
• Executes high-quality and creative content across print collateral, signage, marketing materials, social graphics, digital ads, presentations, and other brand assets
• Ensures accuracy, consistency, and production readiness
• Partners with marketing, sales, leadership, and cross-functional teams to interpret creative briefs, manage feedback cycles, and deliver projects on time and within scope
• Serves as a creative resource for external partners and collaborators, ensuring brand alignment across co-branded materials, joint campaigns, and partnership initiatives
• Maintains brand standards across all creative outputs
• Reviews work for consistency, accessibility, compliance, and accuracy
• Identifies opportunities to improve creative workflows, templates, tools, and production efficiencies
• Stays current with design trends, tools, and best practices
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Benefits

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees