Graphic Designer

Akron-Summit-County-Public-Library; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Akron-Summit County Public Library in downtown Akron is seeking a Graphic Designer to join a creative team on-site at the Main Library. The role focuses on creating and preparing artwork for branding, publications, and promotional materials.

You will collaborate with staff to guide the design process, support layout development, and contribute to marketing efforts. A graphic-design education and proficiency with design software are required, with evening/weekend availability as needed.

Qualifications

• Some college coursework or Associate’s degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• Knowledge of content production and marketing principles.
• Skill in visual art production and graphic design.
• Proficiency with graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to pass criminal background checks and lift light objects; irregular hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Create, design, and prepare physical and digital artwork and design concepts.
• Design and prepare layouts for Library publications.
• Function as an internal marketing consultant to guide the creative design process.

Skills

Graphic Design

Marketing Principles

Visual Art

Computer Proficiency

Background Check

Education

Some college coursework or Associate’s degree in Graphic Design

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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Graphic Designer

Full Time Paraprofessionals Main Library, Akron, OH, US 1 Attachments

Salary Range: $19.67 To $19.67 Hourly

ABOUT THE LIBRARY

Since 1874, the Akron-Summit County Public Library (ASCPL) has been an essential community asset. We’ve been recognized nationally as one of the finest public libraries in the United States due to our excellent customer service, collaborative community involvement, and high level of customer and employee satisfaction.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, voluntary benefits (health, dental, and vision), ASCPL-provided life insurance, and retirement through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The ASCPL is hiring a Graphic Designer to support our Mission Statement to provide resources for learning and leisure, information services, meeting spaces, and programs for all ages that support, improve, and enrich individual, family, and community life.

The Graphic Designer works full-time (37.5 hours per week) with a creative team on-site at Main Library in downtown Akron to support the layout, design, and preparation of the Library’s branding, design, and promotional artwork. Duties include creating, designing, and preparing physical and digital artwork and design concepts; designing and preparing layouts for Library publications; and functioning as an internal marketing consultant with the Library’s employees to help guide the creative design process.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Required:Some college coursework or Associate’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field. Knowledge of creative content production and marketing principles and practices. Skill in visual art production. Skill in graphic design and with graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite and/or similar technologies and tools. Understanding of the principles of intellectual freedom. Ability to use a computer and job-related software or systems applicable to the essential functions of the job. Ability to pass criminal background and education verification checks. Ability to lift light objects (less than 25 pounds) and carry them short distances (50 feet or less). Ability to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Two or more years of related experience.

THE AKRON-SUMMIT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY IS AN EQUAL OPPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER