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About The Position

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: high school diploma or equivalent and five years of experience in commercial art or illustrating; completion of a program of study in commercial/advertising art or studio or applied art from a vocational/technical school, commercial art school, or community college and three years of experience in commercial art or illustrating; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in art and one year of experience in commercial art or illustrating.
• Possess a valid Class E Driver License.
• Pass the numerically based work sample at the established minimum passing score.
• Knowledge of graphic design formats, techniques, and composition options; visual design theory; and print and mail production.
• Skill in computer applications used in graphic design; preparing exhibits, displays, and three-dimensional models; preparing renderings; using freehand and mechanical methods to produce graphic materials; and producing accurate, detailed reproductions from memory, photographs, or direct objects.
• Ability to design illustrations, exhibits, displays, and models; obtain factual information; transform verbal information and data into artwork; and advise others on effective display types.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and work cooperatively with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet strict deadlines with close attention to detail, multitask in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to change, deliver timely quality results, and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Be willing to obtain additional training appropriate to job functions.
• Pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
• Occasional travel is required; some weekend and evening travel is required for reviews and attendance or presentations at conferences and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, coordinate, produce, and maintain graphic materials for the Division of Food, Nutrition and Wellness, ensuring visual consistency and compliance with FDACS standardization guidelines.
• Design and prepare mechanical illustrations and imaging for outreach, promotional, and training materials in print and electronic media.
• Develop layouts, illustrations, and photography; determine copy space; select, size, and arrange illustrations; prepare original artwork and photographs for publication; and maintain files of design work, images, and illustrations.
• Procure and prepare outreach materials from vendors, review and approve vendor work, and ensure the quality and consistency of program information in outreach and education marketing materials.
• Assess division needs and determine appropriate graphic design formats, techniques, and composition options in accordance with graphic arts standards and division and department goals.
• Participate in creative strategy meetings.
• Write and prepare bid specifications for printing requests, review proofs for accuracy, and coordinate graphics production elements to meet deadlines.
• Assist with bureau emergency management functions during periods of disaster.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave benefits
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers