Graphic Designer I – Branding, Campaigns, and Media

Job Description:

Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, which is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States.

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking a Graphic Designer in the department’s Branding, Campaigns, and Media program area. This program area leads the development of creative communication strategies and products that strengthen public understanding of and engagement in the region’s air quality and transportation initiatives, manages the department’s brand identity, supports media and public outreach efforts, and produces campaigns that inform and inspire positive behavior change. The individual in this position will support the design, production, and delivery of creative communication materials that promote air quality and transportation initiatives. Applicants who are beginning their communications career and eager to gain experience in a collaborative, mission-driven environment are encouraged to apply. The individual in this position’s official title will be Communications Specialist I. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing relevant work experience, as well as a current resume.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Working with supervisor and staff to implement visual communication projects to ensure consistency with established branding standards, and develop outreach materials to engage the public
• Working with supervisor to design and produce communication materials to support department air quality and transportation outreach goals, including logos, flyers, presentations, advertisements, and digital graphics
• Assisting with department branding efforts by applying established visual identity standards across communication products and coordinating with staff to ensure consistency
• Working with supervisor and department program areas to understand outreach objectives and assist with identifying effective formats, design approaches, and brand applications for communicating with the public
• Assisting supervisor with the development and execution of public education campaigns by creating visual assets and supporting campaign timelines and deliverables
• Drafting for supervisor review, layouts and designs for department publications
• Assisting with graphic design projects from concept through completion, including the development of initial layouts, refinement of designs based on feedback, and the preparation of final files to meet established branding and accessibility standards

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite/Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written with an ability to listen to and follow instructions, collaborate with team members, and present ideas
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, creative, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Required Education and Experience

• Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree
• One year or less of work-related experience

Starting Salary Range

Minimum of $49,022.46 - $58,826.95 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, the North Central Texas Council of Governments has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:

All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:

The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Statement Concerning Employment in a Job Not Covered by Social Security:

• NCTCOG participates in a defined contribution plan as an alternative to Social Security. NCTCOG offers mandatory and elective retirement plans that have been developed specifically for public-sector retirement plan participants.

• Be advised if you are hired by NCTCOG, your earnings from this job are not covered under Social Security (i.e., you will not pay Social Security taxes). This means that you will not earn credits for Social Security retirement or disability benefits in this job. If you retire or become disabled, and you are eligible for a Social Security benefit based on other work, your earnings from this job will not be used to compute your Social Security benefit. Your earnings from this job are subject to Medicare taxes and will count for purposes of the Medicare program. For more information on how you may qualify for Social Security benefits, visit www.ssa.gov.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.