Public-Impact Graphic Designer for Transportation Projects

WSP in the U.S.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Graphic Designer to provide visual design support for Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise construction projects and related agency initiatives. The role creates clear, accessible graphics for community outreach, public information, and project communications throughout all phases.

The position supports the Customer Experience Division by delivering materials that meet FDOT and Enterprise standards, follow branding, and simplify complex information for public audiences.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in graphic design or an equivalent field.
• 5+ years of experience in visual design or a related field.
• Experience working at a department of transportation or other government entity.
• A portfolio demonstrating a range of design techniques and skills.
• Ability to work independently and interdependently with teams and demonstrate initiative.
• Knack for project management, demonstrated technical prowess, impressive design sensibilities, and a rigorous and proactive work ethic.
• Fluency in PC environments and proficient in Adobe Creative (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suites and other creative software and social media design needs).
• Proficiency with PowerPoint and presentation development.
• Experience with web design, website layouts, wireframes, storyboards, integrating graphics, audio and video and creating elements such as icons and banners.
• Knowledge of trends in creative design, processes, products, and digital media.
• Knowledge of Section 508 standards, the Americans with Disabilities Act and other standards.

Responsibilities

• Create graphics, illustrations, diagrams and visual materials for construction outreach and public information.
• Develop layouts for construction alerts, detour maps, public meeting boards, fact sheets, project newsletters, mailers and social media graphics.
• Prepare visuals that support project phasing, lane closures, staging, noise walls, bridge work, access changes and other construction activities.
• Convert engineering information, plan sheets and technical details into public-friendly visuals.
• Support all phases of a project including PD&E, design, right of way and construction.
• Produce graphics for digital platforms, presentations, signage, brochures and internal communications.
• Ensure all materials follow agency branding, plain-language standards and communication requirements.
• Respond to graphic design requests from multiple corridors and project offices.
• Manage concurrent tasks and deadlines while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Participate in project meetings as needed to understand design requirements.
• Prepare files for print, digital release or public distribution.
• Maintain organized project files and design assets for each corridor or project.
• Ensure all materials are ADA-friendly, properly formatted and ready for distribution.
• Conduct quality reviews to confirm accuracy of project data, maps and construction information prior to release.
• Strong proficiency in visual communication, layout design and converting technical information into easy-to-understand public-facing graphics.
• Ability to adapt style and design approach to various project phases and communication needs.
• Comfort working within government brand guidelines and approval processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage short-turnaround requests.
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple project managers and communication leads.

Skills

Graphic design

Project management

Independent work

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

WSP is seeking a Graphic Designer to provide visual design support for Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise construction projects and related agency initiatives. The role creates clear, accessible graphics for community outreach, public information, and project communications throughout all phases.

The position supports the Customer Experience Division by delivering materials that meet FDOT and Enterprise standards, follow branding, and simplify complex information for public audiences.