Full Job Description
Requisition No: 518141
Agency: Department of Lottery
Working Title: GRAPHICS DESIGNER – 36000881
Position Number: 36000881
Salary: $31,863.36
Posting Closing Date: 12/19/2021
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for the creation, development, coordination, production and maintenance of graphic materials for the Florida Lottery, while ensuring internal and external brand consistencies of lottery products are maintained.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Each employee is expected to be knowledgeable of the Lottery’s Responsible Gaming program, including the No Underage Play and Play Within Your Means messaging, and will ensure retailers and players are aware of the program and provided information, as necessary.
- Design and prepare layouts, incorporating illustrations and photography for the development of effective marketing and sales graphics for use in the Florida Lottery information and promotion programs.
- Design and develop graphics that include the following: print collateral, corporate identity, product information guides, posters, logo designs, banners and interior graphics, promotional items, brochure and publications page layouts, internet and digital media content for all Lottery product brands.
- Maintain and protect the brand guidelines, brandmark identity and usage of the Lottery’s game products.
- Create mock-ups and drafts, scan photography and convert artwork into digital/electronic images.
- Create web graphics in collaboration with IT department.
- Provide samples of finished layouts to Graphics Manager and/or Deputy Secretary of Marketing, and other members of team for review and approval.
- Communicate daily with Graphics Manager and Graphics Team.
- Participate in creative strategy meetings to determine project specifications and to develop concepts, production and execution timelines.
- Participate in team meetings to explore, share design techniques and be proactive in innovative ways to convey the Lottery’s mission and the value of its services.
- Write and prepare bid specifications for printing requisitions.
- Inspect proofs for accuracy while adhering to production standards to ensure a quality product and/or services.
- Attendance is an essential function of the position.
- Total hours in workweek: 40
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Advanced level skills in Adobe Creative Suite design software and also MS Office software.
- Skilled in the operation of Mac computer.
- Skilled in the operation of Mac computer.
- Knowledge of the print production process, design principles, color theory applications and graphic art standards.
- Skilled in typography and visual composition and their effectiveness in selling a consumer product in a variety of retail environments.
- Ability to anticipate, trouble-shoot and problem-solve in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Ability to quickly conceptualize and design via pencil sketches for quick review.
- Knowledge of and basic experience in web design and motion graphics.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to take direction and accept feedback.
- Ability to work independently and to multitask.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
Other job-related requirements for this position:
Successful passing of a criminal background check (state, local, and national) is required).
The completion of high school, or the equivalent, resulting in the awarding of a high school diploma or the equivalent, such as the General Education Development (commonly referred to as a GED) award.
Maintains strict confidentiality of information learned while working with the Florida Lottery, whether learned through assigned duties or through working with other units. The types of confidential information may include, but are not limited to, payroll information, budget matters, policy decisions, tax matters, employee disciplinary issues, and other personnel data.
Agency Benefits:
If hired, as employee of the Florida Lottery, you will be provided the benefits listed below:
- Approximately 97.5% of the premium for individual or family health insurance
- 100% of the premium for individual or family dental insurance
- Employer contributions to the Pension Plan or Investment Plan; contribution levels will vary based upon Pay Plans.
- 100% of the premium for basic life insurance
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
