Public Communications Visual Designer

City of Valdosta; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Valdosta is seeking a Creative Services Coordinator to support the Public Information Office with visual design, layout, and presentation materials for city communications. The role ensures clarity, accessibility, and branding consistency across citywide initiatives.

The position provides production support for campaigns, reports, and presentations, collaborating with the Media and Communications Coordinators and Main Street division as needed to deliver cohesive visual content.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of graphic design principles, layout, branding, and visual communication practices.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and the use of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and other job-related tools.
• Knowledge of preparing visual materials for both digital and print formats.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards related to visual and public-facing communications.
• Skill in organizing work, managing multiple design projects, and meeting deadlines.
• Skill in oral and written communication is sufficient to collaborate with City staff and departments.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, media design, or a related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• One to two years of relevant experience in media, public relations, or digital communications is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce visual materials to support City communications, including layouts, graphics, templates, signage, presentations, reports, and informational materials.
• Prepare visual materials in direct support of the Public Information Officer / Community Relations and Marketing Manager, including graphics, layouts, reports, briefing materials, presentations, and campaign assets.
• Translate approved written content and messaging into visually clear and accessible formats for public distribution.
• Provide visual layout and formatting support for public-facing website content, focusing on presentation and readability rather than technical functionality or system maintenance.
• Develop and maintain City-approved and Main Street-approved design templates and visual assets to ensure consistency across departments and initiatives.
• Provide graphic design support for Public Information Office campaigns, programs, and special initiatives under the direction of the Public Information Officer / Community Relations and Marketing Manager.
• Provide graphic design and visual content support for Main Street division promotions, events, and initiatives, as requested.
• Prepare graphics and formatted materials for use by the Communications Coordinator and Media Coordinator across their respective communication platforms.
• Assist with image and video formatting, resizing, and visual enhancement for communications use, without serving as the primary content capture or publishing role.
• Maintain organized libraries of approved design assets, templates, and visual materials.
• Prepare files and specifications for print production or external vendors and ensure compliance with branding standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

City of Valdosta is seeking a Creative Services Coordinator to support the Public Information Office with visual design, layout, and presentation materials for city communications. The role ensures clarity, accessibility, and branding consistency across citywide initiatives.

The position provides production support for campaigns, reports, and presentations, collaborating with the Media and Communications Coordinators and Main Street division as needed to deliver cohesive visual content.