Graphic Arts Designer

Duties Description The New York State Senate is seeking a dedicated graphic designer. Your duties will include developing graphics for print and digital platforms including mailers, banners, posters, and related materials.

Responsibilities Include:

Create and design various materials for print and digital
Select colors, fonts, images, and layouts
Ensure projects are completed in a timely manner with a quality product
Advise best practices and optimizations throughout design projects
Work with a wide range of media and graphic design software
Manage multiple projects
QA design for errors
Create visualizations that convey accurate messaging for the project

Minimum Qualifications Required Qualifications and Skill Sets:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a creative field
Proficiency in programs such as Adobe Suite, Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Minimum of two years’ experience in graphic design
Attention to detail
Portfolio of work with a range of creative projects
Time management and organizational skills
Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, and web
Experience with both print and digital media

Additional Comments Salary range is $45,000 to $50,000, commensurate with experience. This is a full-time 35-hour per week position located in Albany, NY.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and not something that simply repeats the information in your resume.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.

The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Sick time
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Wellness Program

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.