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Senior Graphic Artist
Description of Duties
This position involves the development of original visual and print media, including the performance of highly skilled art work and graphics. Employees coordinate the complete process of production of printed material, including needs assessment, design, and the supervision of the publications purchasing process, which may include specification development and oversight of the bidding process. This position differs from Graphic Artist by virtue of the expanded responsibility for, and independent judgement involved in, the production of agency publications. Employees work under the general supervision of the department head with leeway allowed in setting work priorities.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:
(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, Fine Arts, Art, Graphic Design, or a related field, plus three (3) years of full time or its equivalent part time or volunteer* experience in graphic design, desktop publishing, or a related field; OR,
(B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Master’s degree in Mass Communications, Fine Arts, Art, Graphic Design, or a related field, plus two (2) years full time or its equivalent part time or volunteer* experience in graphic design, desktop publishing, or a related field; OR,
(C) Any equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.
Special Requirements:
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test for employment with Monroe County Government.
