Graphic Artist - 7010631

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Paid family/other insurance

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a creative, detail‑driven Graphic Designer to join the Graphics Section in Jefferson City. You will design artwork and materials supporting visitor services, interpretive programs, retail, and state park communication across Missouri.

You will create layouts, maps, brochures, signs, and digital artwork using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, with proficiency in a Wacom tablet and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in art, Commercial Art, Graphic Art, Graphic Design, Computer Graphics, or a closely related field, and 0–2 years of graphic design experience.
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration.

Responsibilities

• Develop graphic artwork, layouts, and designs using computer-assisted technology, hardware (including Wacom tablets), and media.
• Create and modify maps, brochures, books, posters, flyers, banners, business cards, retail merchandise, interpretive panels, signs, and web artwork.
• Prepare materials for proofing and production: mockups, file cleanup, and communication with production partners.
• Operate printers, laminators, folding/binding equipment, and trimmers for four-color documents.
• Use project management and task-tracking software to accept, document, prioritize, and complete projects.
• Maintain organized archives of artwork, production files, and project documentation.
• Research and troubleshoot design/software/file issues; collaborate with supervisor as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure priority and adherence to schedules.
• Exhibit professionalism and represent Missouri State Parks positively in all interactions.
• Assist other sections with Visitor Services Program–related projects as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Oral and written communication

Graphic design fundamentals

Adobe Creative Suite

Wacom and digital illustration

Project management tools

Multitasking with deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in art/graphic design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Canva

Basecamp

Microsoft Office Tasks

M365 Outlook Tasks

Job description

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values: Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

This position will be located at 1659 E. Elm Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101.

We are looking for creative, detail-driven individuals who enjoy serving others and contributing to Missouri’s finest natural and cultural resources. As part of our Graphics Section, you will help bring visual stories to life—creating artwork and materials that support visitor services, interpretive programs, retail, and park communication across the state.

• Develop graphic artwork, layouts, and designs using computer-assisted technology, specialized hardware (including Wacom tablets), and multiple forms of media.
• Create and modify maps, brochures, books, posters, fliers, banners, business cards, retail merchandise, interpretive panels, signs, digital artwork, web artwork, and other design projects as needed.
• Prepare materials for both proofing and production, including mockups, file cleanup, and communication with production partners.
• Prepare four-color printed documents and operate relevant equipment such as printers, laminators, folding/binding equipment, and trimmers.
• Use project management and task-tracking software—such as Microsoft Office Tasks, M365 Outlook Task Systems, and Basecamp—to accept, document, prioritize, and complete projects efficiently.
• Maintain organized archives of artwork, production files, and project documentation.
• Research and troubleshoot design, software, and file issues, collaborating with supervisor when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure proper project prioritization and adherence to production schedules.
• Exhibit professionalism, ethical behavior, and a positive representation of Missouri State Parks in all interactions.
• Assist other sections with Visitor Services Program–related projects as needed.

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Partnering: Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, consider the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
• Strong knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, and color.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva.
• Ability to effectively use a Wacom tablet and other digital illustration tools.
• Familiarity with project management and workflow tools such as Microsoft Office Tasks, M365 Outlook Task Systems, and Basecamp.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Equivalent To Those Typically Gained By

• Bachelor’s degree in art, Commercial Art, Graphic Art, Graphic Design, Computer Graphics, or a closely related field, and 0–2 years of graphic design experience. (Additional education or experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis.)

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits & Work-life Balance

Our benefits package and flexible 40-hour work week promotes the mental and physical health of you and your family as you work towards achieving your professional goals. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance.

How We Invest In You

• Exceptional professional development: mentoring from experienced professionals, cross-media training, career advancement opportunities, paid trainings and continuing education tuition assistance.
• Support for professional registrations when required, through paid study materials, fees, study time, test time, exam fees and licensure renewal fees.

Michelle Jensen, Graphics Project Manager at [e-mail]

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Sally Namassy, Recruiter at [e-mail]