Visual Communications Specialist

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

14d•$50,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Arizona Auditor General serves as an independent source of impartial information concerning State and local governmental entities and provides specific recommendations to improve the operations of those entities. We achieve our mission through the thoroughly specific research, audits, and investigations of our professional team members who educate stakeholders through our reports, alerts, and reviews. Since 1969, our office has continued to innovate, grow, and become one of the most highly regarded leaders in our field. Join our team and make a positive difference in your community by promoting better government for all Arizona’s citizens. We look forward to working with you! Creatively combine branding, color theory, and typography to promote an Office-wide approach to report graphics, style, and design. Create aesthetically pleasing images that accompany written text for external reports and internal projects based on relevant research or industry standards. Collaborate with leadership and audit teams on visual solutions to communicate the right messaged based on organizational needs. Give and receive professional, timely, and effective feedback on designs while providing suggestions for improvement and innovation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years’ relevant experience; a 4-year college degree counts as 2 years’ experience and a 2-year college degree counts as 1 year of job experience.
Strong background in information design.
Experience in design theory, design techniques, tools, and principles with a portfolio highlighting various digital and print designs.
Strong knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Products (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Publisher) and ; Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro). Most importantly, InDesign.
Professional interpersonal and communication skills for use will all levels of stakeholders.
Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines.
Ability to work independently and produce high-quality, accurate work in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Creatively combine branding, color theory, and typography to promote an Office-wide approach to report graphics, style, and design.
Create aesthetically pleasing images that accompany written text for external reports and internal projects based on relevant research or industry standards.
Collaborate with leadership and audit teams on visual solutions to communicate the right messaged based on organizational needs.
Give and receive professional, timely, and effective feedback on designs while providing suggestions for improvement and innovation.

Benefits

Generous paid vacation and sick leave with 10 paid holidays per year.
Medical insurance, with the employer covering 90% of the premium cost.
Retirement plan with 100% employer match of the 12% employee contribution and additional deferred compensation options.
Business casual dress.
Flexible Monday through Friday work schedules and telecommuting options.
Continuing education provided and paid for by the employer.
Tuition assistance program for those who qualify.
Clear path to advance your career.
Dental and vision insurance.
Long-term disability insurance and optional short-term disability insurance.
$15,000 life insurance policy and options to purchase additional coverage and supplemental coverage for dependents.
Optional flexible spending accounts.