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Form of workWho We Are
The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,080 full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment.
What We Do
The Information Technology Department is recognized among municipalities as a premier provider of technology infrastructure and services. The department's mission is to make information available anytime and anywhere by facilitating citywide and intergovernmental knowledge sharing and ensuring access to reliable, innovative, and cost effective technologies.
The City of Beverly Hills is seeking an outstanding Graphic Designer to assist in print production support and graphic design. The ideal candidate will have experience working in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. This candidate will perform technical graphic design duties to implement City branding for internal and external communications and signage.
The ideal applicant will have experience with RIP software for wide format printing. This position will be expected to work with print production equipment (wide format printer, cold press and cold laminator, vinyl cutter, freehand cutter, and more) as well as work with production materials such as paper, banner and vinyl substrates; foam board, corrugated plastic, aluminum sign blanks and matboard; laminating film, vinyl film and adhesive film, etc.
Someone in this position should have excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, flexibility with changing priorities, a willingness to listen to and apply feedback, strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize projects, as well as be able to work independently and in a small team environment. We are looking for a team player that has outstanding technical and soft skills, customer service ethic, and enjoys working with a diverse group of people. This position reports directly to the Multimedia Services Manager or designee.
Selection Process
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and whose interests and experience appear to meet the desired qualifications of the position will be invited to participate in the next steps of the recruitment process which will include:
- Supplemental Questionnaire
- Be sure to include updated resume
- Portfolio Review
- Please include attachment of portfolio or link to online portfolio
- Virtual Oral Interview(s)
- Technical Project (tentative)
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including detailed responses to all supplemental questions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials. Applicants will be notified of their status approximately 2-3 weeks after the close of the recruitment. Candidates who are successful and placed on the eligibility list for Graphic Designer, may be used for other departments.
Conviction History
As a finalist for a job, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
Conclusion
Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of Beverly Hills.
Disaster Service Workers
All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
DEFINITION
To perform graphic design duties to assist in implementing City branding for internal and external communications and signage; to perform all aspects of graphic design (from initial concept to final production) including print media (newsletters, invitations, programs, brochures, postcards, posters, etc.), digital media (social media campaigns, website graphics, PowerPoint presentations), branding, production, and related projects; and to provide technical support to an assigned supervisor.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Facilitate project interaction with clients from concept to completion. Suggest best practices and design concepts based upon clients' request, budget, and deliverable timeframes.
- Provide comprehensive design and print production support; perform all aspects of graphic design (from initial concept to final production) including print media (newsletters, invitations, programs, certificates, brochures, postcards, posters, etc.), digital media (social media campaigns, website graphics, PowerPoint presentations), branding, production, indoor/outdoor signage, and related projects.
- Create innovative design solutions to effectively communicate City information visually, within established branding guidelines and design standards set forth by the Senior Graphic Designer.
- Collaborate with client to brand and create visual identities for City events and initiatives.
- Design and prepare artwork for the City's website.
- Photograph landmarks to supplement designs.
- Perform print production requests as needed
- Produce signage for City fleet vehicles as needed.
- Produce nameplates and nametags for City Council, Commissions, Committees, Staff, and other dignitaries for special events and meetings.
- Prepare, organize, and provide materials for displays and exhibits; may assist with set up of displays and exhibits as needed.
- Uphold an organized filing system to maintain project archives.
- Maintain machinery and production inventory; communicate with vendors as required.
- Assist new or existing staff in learning departmental practices and protocols, methods, and procedures.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
- Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
- Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
- Performs related tasks as assigned.
Experience and Training:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two years of responsible graphic design experience.
Training:
Equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college with major course work in Graphic Arts, Graphic Design, Applied Arts, or a related field.
License and Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
Knowledge of:
Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques of graphic design.
The application and use of a variety of graphic design/layout software applications, e.g. Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, PhotoShop, Acrobat Pro), and assortment of production tools.
Pre-production techniques for both digital and print mediums.
Principles, techniques, tools, and materials used in the production of graphics, displays, architectural signs, presentations, and web page design, linking, and page posting.
Applicable safety practices and procedures.
Customer service techniques, methods, and practices.
Ability to:
Perform all aspects of graphic design (from initial concept to final production) including print media, digital media, branding, production, indoor/outdoor signage, and related projects.
Intermittently, review and evaluate documents related to unit operations; observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret, and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve issues with staff.
Ability to deliver the proposed communication package within the agreed upon budget and timeline.
Work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and deadlines.
Make independent judgments and decisions based on standard policy or procedure.
Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
Operate and use standard office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
