Graphic Artist na St. Johns River Water Management District

Graphic Artist 

Office of Communications 

Job Summary: This is advanced professional work primarily focused on developing graphic design layouts, infographics, and illustrations. This position also assists in producing a wide variety of graphics, photography, video, web, print and digital presentation materials using original or computer assisted art or reproductions. 

Job Duties Include: 

• Develop and execute visually appealing layouts for various print and digital media, ensuring consistency and alignment with brand guidelines. Create original illustrations and graphics that enhance the visual storytelling of our projects. Explore and implement diverse art styles and concepts to keep designs fresh and innovative.
• Collaborate with team to develop and maintain brand identity across all platforms. Ensure all designs adhere to brand standards. Design and maintain a library of templates for presentations, reports, and other materials to streamline the design process and ensure consistency.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and deliver effective design solutions. Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and make necessary revisions to designs in a timely manner.
• Provides support for other members on the Creative Services team in regard to web updates, photography, videography, and content editing.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in communications, Broadcasting/video production, marketing, journalism, web design, graphic design, digital media, illustration or a related field and two years of professional experience in art design, graphics, or video-related field.
• Professional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
• Strong print layout experience with portfolio samples of multi-page books, magazines or reports.
• Knowledge of communications outreach strategies and best practices.

Preferred Experience: 

• Proficient using Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, etc.); HTML and CSS; Microsoft Office; Web design and user experience (UX) principles; Project management workflows like Planner, Asana, Jira or Trello.
• Design principles, problem solving, typography, color theory, composition, written and oral communication, data management.
• Work independently, handle multiple projects at one time, effectively organize project development, take constructive criticism and adapt designs accordingly.

Licenses: 

Requires a valid Florida driver license. 

Travel: 

General office environment; field work for off-site nature/scenic photography or other outside studio work, as necessary. 

Additional Details: 

Starting Salary Range: $54,537.60 - $68,161.60 

Starting salary is based on qualifications and experience. 

Benefits include Florida Retirement System, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, paid leave and holidays, professional development and wellness program. 

Your application will receive careful consideration and, if selected for an interview, you will be contacted to schedule an appointment. St. Johns River Water Management District participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the Unites States.  

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans will receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply.  

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans’ Preference/Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace 

Location: Palatka 

Closing Date:  September 8, 2025