Graphic Artist/Illustrator - TP65010817
Description
Agency
Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division
Tryon Palace Historic Sites , Gardens
Job Classification Title
Graphic Designer I (S)
Position Number
65010817
Grade
NC05
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.
Description of Work
This position is responsible for designing and producing published materials for Tryon Palace. The responsibilities of the position are diverse, fast paced and collaborative. This position is expected to maintain Tryon Palace’s look, brand, and messaging across all published materials including marketing collateral, advertising, in-house publications, development/membership materials, invitations, signage, digital ads and communications, exhibit signage, brochure layout and design, calendars and others.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Design of all marketing, promotional and informational material for Tryon Palace and the North Carolina History Center, to include print and digital advertisements, brochures, posters, publications, signage, event maps, web page images, invitations, in-house exhibits, and other.
- Work in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) and with Microsoft Office skills to creatively collaborate on designs and produce print and digital collateral.
- Provide electronic media support with photo editing for print and digital needs.
- Use efficient time management skills for planning and making monthly advertising deadlines and other project deadlines, while working on multiple projects at a time.
- Work collaboratively with the Public Affairs team on planning and executing special projects, fundraising events and other Tryon Palace events and programming.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.
Recruitment Range: $33,902.00 - $46,000.00
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:
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Experience applying branding and image in the design of graphics, advertising, publications, signage, and promotional materials.
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Experience with interactive media products and software (HTML, PHP, MySQL, Wordpress, JavaScript)
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Experience in photography and video editing (Final Cut Pro), multimedia design, or motion graphics production.
Position/Physical Requirements
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Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.
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Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
This position is located at
529 S. Front St.
New Bern, NC 28562
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Associate's degree in visual/graphic design, commercial art or related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution:
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High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma
AND
two years of experience in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or related to the area of assignment;
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Section/Unit Description
Public Affairs performs a range of public information and public related work for Tryon Palace. This work includes developing and delivering promotional and informational materials through a variety of information media – print, digital, radio, broadcast and social media. The Public Affairs team also includes Development and Special Events. Together, they work collaboratively to engage the public with Tryon Palace and build support for its mission.
Division Description
Tryon Palace welcomes, inspires, and engages all visitors and patrons to discover eastern North Carolina’s rich and dynamic history. At Tryon Palace, North Carolina’s first permanent colonial and state capitol, we interpret the history of our community and state using living history, programming, and exhibits to present an authentic view. With scholarship and integrity, we preserve and interpret buildings, landscapes, collections, and gardens that tell the story of One History, Many Voices.
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Supplemental and Contact Information
The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.
We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.
Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
- Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
- Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.
- Be sure to complete the application in full . Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date .
Degree/College Credit Verification
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness