Graphic Designer-Exhibits Program

22nd DAA/Del Mar Fairgrounds; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

22nd DAA/Del Mar Fairgrounds seeks a Graphic Designer III to create and produce high‑quality graphics for exhibits across a variety of fairs and events. You will participate in planning, decorating, and presenting exhibits, delivering print and multimedia materials, and serving as a design consultant to other departments.

The role requires designing complex graphics, coordinating with teams, and ensuring impactful visuals for large-scale shows and spaces.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding of graphic design principles.
• Ability to translate complex ideas into visuals for large exhibits.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce graphics for exhibits and events.
• Assist with planning, decoration, and display of exhibits.
• Provide creative consultation across departments and ensure print/media quality.

Skills

Communication

Creative thinking

Team collaboration

Visual storytelling

Education

Professional certificate/degree in art or design

Tools

Graphic design software

Job description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Supervisor I (Creative Services Supervisor), the duties of the Graphic Designer III include, but are not limited to the designing and creation of graphics for exhibits at the 22 nd District Agricultural Association (22 nd DAA). This may include competitive and non-competitive exhibits such as special theme exhibits, photography and arts, woodworking, livestock and farm, flower and garden shows, Farm 2U, and/or special exhibits. Assists with the planning, decorating, and presentation of exhibits. The duties of the Graphic Designer III include, but are not limited to, creating and producing high-quality materials for print, multimedia, and other exhibit needs. This position serves as a design specialist, responsible for the development and production of complex, graphic design projects, and serves as a creative consultant to other departments.

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Working Conditions

Work environment is primarily performed in a standard office with artificial light and climate control. At times, work may be performed outdoors; before, after (set-up/tear-down) and during the annual Fair and for event/space tours and coordination. Work activities involve working in an office setting; sitting for prolonged periods of time; bending neck in an upward and downward flexion and side-to-side turning of neck; pushing and pulling file drawers; moving bank boxes up to 25 pounds; and operating standard office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine finger dexterity and fine coordination including the use of a computer keyboard, mouse, calculator, telephone, and radio. Work activities involve the abilities to verbally communicate and hear to express and exchange information, see to perform assigned tasks, and read, write, and speak English at a level required for successful job performance.

Special Requirements

IF NEW to State Service: Individuals new to State service must have list eligibility to gain employment with any State agency. Individuals must take and pass the Graphic Designer III online exam to be eligible prior to receiving a job offer.

For exam information and instructions, visit the following link:

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• A certification or degree from an accredited or recognized professional institute or body in the program areas of art, design, visual communications, and computer graphics;
• Knowledge of the Principles of graphic design; graphic design software applications;procedures for creating traditional and/or electronic files for publication;
• Experience with the principles and techcniques of three-dimensional exhibit preparation;
• Experience with large-scale graphics, spatial layouts, and architectural integration;
• Experience in translating complex statistics and workflows into clear, digestible visuals at a large fair, event center, or similar venue;
• Experience and knowledge of large-format materials, pre-press setups, and substrate limitations;
• Ability to communicate effectively; use the elemetns of design to create page layouts; learn and apply new software; produce freehand drawing and color illustrations

Benefits

Our Amazing Perks!

There are many benefits to joining our team, we have a Comprehensive Employee's Benefits Package which includes: Health and wellness benefits (e.g., medical, dental, vision, etc.); Time off benefits (e.g., paid vacation, sick leave, professional development days, personal holidays, 11-paid holidays per year, etc.); Financial security benefits (e.g., California Public Employees' Retirement (CalPERS) pension upon retirement, 401(k), life insurance for excluded employees: supervisors / managers, etc.).

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.