Graphic Designer

State of Maryland•Baltimore City, MD

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Introduction The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland. GRADE 17 LOCATION OF POSITION Office of Communications 200 West Baltimore Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201 Hybrid schedule available POSITION DUTIES The Graphic Designer will report to and work closely with the Senior Graphic Design and Communications Team to develop compelling and effective graphics and imagery concepts to support visually telling the story of MSDE that engages, informs, and inspires stakeholders. As a member of the Communications team, the Graphic Designer will work on various communication projects that promote MSDE initiatives both internally and externally, collaborating with other agency offices and divisions. Projects will include web design, digital design (social media graphics, presentations, etc.) and print design (reports, 1 pagers, brochures, posters, manuals, etc.). The graphic designer will help ensure quality agency branding and messaging, ensuring that all materials are consistent with MSDE’s multi-year strategic plan and Blueprint for Maryland’s Future initiatives. Position Duties include: Creates innovative design solutions for a variety of print and digital materials, including but not limited to brochures, posters, infographics, reports, social media graphics, websites, and presentations. Utilize design software such as Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) to create manuals, booklets, and visual graphics, content/graphics for social media and web platforms and visually appealing PowerPoint presentations. Ensures all design solutions align with brand guidelines, standards, and templates. Collaborates with MSDE offices and divisions to develop promotional materials. Transforms complex data and information into visually compelling and easy-to-understand infographics and data visualizations. Stays up-to-date with the latest design trends and emerging digital technologies. Integrates innovative design practices into agency materials and campaigns to engage the public effectively. Conducts thorough reviews and proofreading to maintain accuracy and error-free deliverables.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Five years of administrative staff or professional work.
One year of the required experience as a graphic designer OR Completion of graphic design coursework that includes using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)

Nice To Haves

Proficient with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) to create effective graphics for web and printed communications pieces (for example: annual reports, manuals, brochures, and trade show displays).
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
Proficient with Pre-press and knowledge of print production.
Knowledge of Canva
An online portfolio link must be provided or uploaded with the application

Responsibilities

Creates innovative design solutions for a variety of print and digital materials, including but not limited to brochures, posters, infographics, reports, social media graphics, websites, and presentations.
Utilize design software such as Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) to create manuals, booklets, and visual graphics, content/graphics for social media and web platforms and visually appealing PowerPoint presentations.
Ensures all design solutions align with brand guidelines, standards, and templates.
Collaborates with MSDE offices and divisions to develop promotional materials.
Transforms complex data and information into visually compelling and easy-to-understand infographics and data visualizations.
Stays up-to-date with the latest design trends and emerging digital technologies.
Integrates innovative design practices into agency materials and campaigns to engage the public effectively.
Conducts thorough reviews and proofreading to maintain accuracy and error-free deliverables.