Senior Graphic Designer and Marketing Specialist at Arapahoe Libraries

Senior Graphic Designer and Marketing Specialist, Arapahoe Libraries

Impactful Design that Strengthens Community

Are you a designer who's inspired by creating meaningful visual experiences? Do you enjoy using your creativity to help people feel connected to their community?

Arapahoe Libraries is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer/Marketing Specialist to develop digital and print communications that strengthen our brand and encourage people to engage with the library. You'll work with colleagues across the organization to create clear and inviting materials that welcome new users and support current patrons.
This role emphasizes creative design, strong brand consistency, visual storytelling, and collaboration with teams districtwide.

About the Role

The Senior Graphic Designer is part of the Communications Department and supports every Arapahoe Libraries location and team. You'll design branded materials, shape visual approaches for campaigns, and help bring stories, programs, and services to life. You will also contribute to photography and video projects that highlight the people and experiences that make our libraries special.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic design - digital and print

• Creates digital and print materials that support internal and external communication needs.
• Strengthens brand awareness through writing, editing, design, and layout.
• Works closely with team members to support campaigns, initiatives, and organizational projects.
• Partners with staff to understand project goals and deliver creative solutions informed by strong design and production skills.
• Develops and maintains branded templates to support districtwide consistency.
• Protects and upholds established brand standards.
• Creates templates and offers training to help staff apply brand guidelines effectively.
• Provides visual brand support and guidance to peers and staff.

Photography and video collaboration

• Captures high quality photos of staff, resources, and events using library photography equipment.
• Edits photos in Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom for use across marketing channels.
• Collaborates with team members to ensure appropriate photography coverage at major events.
• Supports video projects by partnering with communications colleagues and external production partners.

Writing and editing support

• Writes content for print and digital materials and assists with proofreading and editing across the team.

Social media

• Provides backup support for social media when needed.
• Contributes to other projects and districtwide initiatives as assigned.

What You Will Bring

Advanced design expertise: Ability to create polished, engaging visual communications that reflect strong brand stewardship and thoughtful layout choices.

Collaborative approach: Enjoys partnering with teams, sharing ideas, and contributing to shared goals with curiosity, flexibility, and respect.

Brand mindset: Works comfortably within established brand standards while still bringing fresh ideas and creative clarity to materials and messaging.

Creative problem solving: Uses both design skill and strategic thinking to shape messages and approaches that resonate with diverse audiences.

Independent work style: Comfortable managing a high volume of creative projects with organization, autonomy, and strong time management.

Responsive and adaptive: Able to shift with changing priorities, stay engaged in fast-moving projects, and approach new challenges with resilience and openness.

Welcomes feedback and evolves designs thoughtfully: Approaches creative work with openness, flexibility, and a willingness to refine designs in partnership with the team and stakeholders

Equity-focused perspective: Welcomes diverse perspectives and promotes inclusive practices in design and collaboration.

Alignment to ALD core values: Supports a culture of open communication, mutual respect, creativity, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

Required:

• Four or more years of related graphic design experience
• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, graphic design, or related field
• Advanced skills in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Advanced technology skills for Microsoft 365 and familiarity with MS Teams
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies
• Copywriting and layout experience
• Experience with social media
• Basic photography and editing skills

Preferred:

• Basic skills in video editing software
• Working knowledge of AP style with strong grammar, writing, and editing skills
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools such as email and video

Who We Are

At Arapahoe Libraries, we are a forward thinking, inclusive organization committed to enriching lives and strengthening our community. Guided by our core values of collaboration, equity, and innovation, we believe in the power of curiosity and lifelong learning. Our motto, Let's Find Out, reflects our spirit of exploration and shared discovery.

Let's Find Out Together
If you're excited to use your creativity to help people connect with their library, we'd love to learn more about you. This role offers the chance to shape how our community discovers, explores, and engages through design. If you're ready to bring your ideas, your curiosity, and your collaborative spirit to a place that values innovation and connection, apply today!

Inclusion and diversity are part of our values at Arapahoe Libraries. Qualified applicants who can support the communities we serve are encouraged to apply.