Multimedia/Graphic Designer

Job Title: Multimedia/Graphic Designer

Job ID: 158160 (Onsite)

Client: State of Mississippi - MDCPS

Duration: At least 2 Years from projected start date

Location: Jackson, MS 39211

Closing Date: 5/6/2026 at 2.00 PM

Required Skills:

Professional Experience: 1-3 years of professional experience in graphic design, digital media, or a related field.Technical Proficiency: Proven experience using the Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) to create professional design assets.Multimedia Production: Demonstrated experience in digital photography and videography, including shooting and basic post-production editing using DSLR/Mirrorless CamerasWeb & Digital Support: Experience performing website content updates through a Content Management System (CMS) and distributing external digital communications.Content Planning: Experience developing or maintaining a professional content calendar for social media platforms.Design Fundamentals: Applied knowledge of typography, color theory, and layout as evidenced in a professional portfolio or resume
Preferred Skills:

Digital Accessibility: Experience designing for WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance and creating accessible PDFs or web content.Web Accessibility TestingRemediating PDFs for AccessibilitySpecific CMS Proficiency: Previous experience specifically using Drupal for website management.Motion Graphics: Familiarity with Adobe After Effects or Premiere Pro for creating animated social media content.PDF accessibility: CommonLookLighting & Audio GearDigital Asset Mgmt in OneDrivePublic Sector Experience: Prior experience in government, non-profit, or public sector communications.Advanced social media Tools: Experience using professional scheduling and analytics platforms (e.g., Sprout Social, Hootsuite, or Airtable).Communication Style: Ability to translate complex agency information into clear, "jargon-free" public-facing content.

Job Description:

The Multimedia Designer will support the External Communications team by performing the following duties:

Design & Branding: Create brand-aligned graphics and visual assets for social media and digital platforms using the Adobe Creative Suite.

Content Coordination: Develop and manage a proactive social media content calendar and assist in the distribution of external digital communications.

Web Maintenance: Perform regular website updates and content entry via Drupal, ensuring all digital assets meet accessibility and accuracy standards.

Multimedia Production: Provide on-site photography and videography for agency events, including basic editing and optimization for web and social use.

Quality Control: Apply core design principles (typography, layout, and color theory) to ensure a consistent, professional image across all agency mediums

Employment Type: FULL_TIME