STATE CLASSIFICATION JOB DESCRIPTION |
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Salary Group B18 |
Class No. 2168 |
GRAPHIC
DESIGNER II
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs highly complex (senior-level)
graphics design and consultation work. Work involves assigning and assisting the
graphics staff in conceiving and executing graphics design projects and
designing, laying out, illustrating, and producing graphics communications
materials using computer hardware and software and traditional graphics
methods. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision,
with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Oversees and/or participates in the planning,
development, and production of graphics materials.
Designs and/or produces graphic materials
using computer-based and traditional methods.
Reviews and approves final graphics
production.
Researches, plans, and implements new
operating and production methods.
Prepares operating and production procedures
and reports.
Serves as a liaison with printers,
contractors, and suppliers on media projects and the procurement of materials
and supplies.
Troubleshoots system hardware and software
problems.
Maintains electronic graphics design system
components such as laser printers, scanners, disk drives, and modems.
Maintains traditional graphics equipment such
as reproduction cameras and copiers.
Makes presentations to staff or the public on
the development of agency graphics materials.
May supervise the work of others.
Performs related work as assigned.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Experience and Education
Experience in graphic arts production.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course
work in fine arts, graphics design, or a related field is generally preferred.
Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of computer-based design
workstations and their design capabilities; of traditional graphics production
methods, techniques, and equipment; of design principles; and of printing
processes.
Skill in the operation of graphics design
equipment; and in the use of various graphics design software packages.
Ability to communicate effectively; to plan
the preparation of graphics design projects; to design and produce graphics
materials; and to supervise the work of others.
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State Auditor’s Office |
Revised 9-1-09 |