Transit Communications Graphic Designer & Signage Lead

King-County,-W; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Metro’s Mobility Division seeks a Service Information Graphic Designer to plan, design, and produce transit signage, maps, and related materials. You will oversee branding and production, coordinate with planners and shops, and ensure accessibility and equity in visuals.

The role requires leadership across projects, strong Adobe skills, and experience with government signage standards. Hybrid schedule with office and on-site work in Seattle area.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years in design, visualization, and production across print, digital, multimedia, and exhibits.
• Advanced proficiency in Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro with XML and scripting.
• Ability to develop graphics, publications, maps, and wayfinding across media.
• Knowledge of print, large-format production, pre-press, and vendor coordination.
• Strong writing, documentation, and proofreading skills for audience needs.
• Understanding of marketing, graphic communications, and brand standards.
• Proficiency with MS Office and collaboration tools; team leadership capability.
• Experience applying equity and inclusive design in communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and production of Metro communications materials: brochures, posters, timetables, maps, and signage.
• Coordinate design workflow, vendor management, and adherence to deadlines.
• Ensure brand and graphic standards across publications, signage, and vehicles.
• Collaborate with Transit Route Facility planners and paint shop for signage production.
• Develop and produce digital signage, displays, and promotional materials.
• Oversee tools and templates and improve design production processes.
• Work with partners like Sound Transit on shared projects when needed.
• Provide guidance and support across diverse teams and projects.

Skills

Graphic design

Wayfinding

Layout design

Branding

Vendor management

Leadership

Communication

Quality control

Project coordination

Multimedia production

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Acrobat Pro

XML

Scripting (InDesign)

Job description

King County Metro’s Mobility Division seeks a Service Information Graphic Designer to plan, design, and produce transit signage, maps, and related materials. You will oversee branding and production, coordinate with planners and shops, and ensure accessibility and equity in visuals.

The role requires leadership across projects, strong Adobe skills, and experience with government signage standards. Hybrid schedule with office and on-site work in Seattle area.