Graphic Designer

City of St. Charles; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA

HSA

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Benefits

Job summary

City of St. Charles is seeking a Graphic Designer to develop visually compelling materials for the City’s communications, marketing, and events. You will design for print, digital, social channels, newsletters, and the City website while ensuring brand consistency across all platforms.

The role requires at least 2 years of professional experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite. Familiarity with web design and CMS is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, digital media, or related field.
• Solid knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with web design and content management systems.
• Photography editing skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively under tight deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop high‑quality graphic elements for print and digital communication and marketing materials.
• Support the design and production of marketing campaigns—including social media content, targeted emails, online advertising, special event promotions, and other City communication initiatives.
• Create shareable digital content such as photographs, social media graphics, short videos, blog visuals, and other multimedia assets.
• Assist the Communications and Marketing team with the execution of new projects and take on additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Coordinate with team members to produce strategic digital content that reflects industry best practices and aligns with City branding and communication goals.

Skills

Graphic Design

Time Management

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, digital media, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Content Management Systems

Photography editing

Job description

Job Title Graphic Designer

Department Communication and Marketing

Posting Date November 9, 2026

Closing Date for Resumes/Applications Open Until Filled

Starting Pay $59,578.84 / Annually

Benefits Offered Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Life and Disability Insurance; FSA; HSA; Lagers Pension- L6 Tier and Deferred Compensation program; Paid Vacation; Paid Holidays; Employee Assistance Programs and Educational Benefits.

Exempt/Non-exempt Exempt

Status Full-time

The Graphic Designer develops creative design concepts and visual content to support the City's communication, marketing, and special event initiatives. This includes-though is not limited to-design for the City magazine, electronic newsletters, flyers, posters, collateral materials, videos, the website, and social media channels. The role helps ensure brand consistency and strengthens the overall effectiveness of the City's communication efforts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Develop high‑quality graphic elements for both print and digital communication and marketing materials.
• Support the design and production of marketing campaigns-including social media content, targeted emails, online advertising, special event promotions, and other City communication initiatives.
• Create shareable digital content such as photographs, social media graphics, short videos, blog visuals, and other multimedia assets.
• Assist the Communications and Marketing team with the execution of new projects and take on additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Coordinate with team members to produce strategic digital content that reflects industry best practices and aligns with City branding and communication goals.

Skills and Capabilities

• Self‑motivated, hard‑working, and well‑organized, with resilience in adapting to evolving timelines, requests, and deliverables.
• Excellent graphic design skills with proven professional experience.
• Ability to prioritize workload and resources across multiple projects based on short‑and long‑term needs.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience as a graphic designer
• Solid knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with web design and content management systems
• Photography editing skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively under tight deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Marketing, Digital media, or related field
• Additional qualifications in web design or animation are a plus

Work Environment

• The office environment is typical with no unusual requirements.

The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify