Hours: Full-Time - 35 Hours
Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

Only candidates who are permanent in the Graphic Artist title or those who are reachable on the Open Competitive List (Exam #4123) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.

The NYC Department of Design and Construction seeks a Graphic Designer that can make an immediate contribution within our Creative Services unit. The selected candidate will join an active studio and collaborate with writers, illustrators, video producers, and other designers on a wide variety of identity and outreach projects executed across print, video, digital, and environmental media. The Graphic Designer will lead projects through all phases of the design process, from concept development to implementation and will work to maintain and build upon the current brand standards and visual language. Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to think on a strategic level while designing elegant solutions for complex problems. The selected candidate should be familiar with creating sharable content and have experience with motion graphics. The selected candidate will thrive in a team environment but also have the ability to work independently and drive projects efficiently to final execution.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All applicants, including City Employees:
Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

GRAPHIC ARTIST - 91415

(1) A baccalaureate degree, with a major in fine or graphic arts, from an accredited college and one year of full-time paid experience as a commercial or graphic artist; or
(2) A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus two years of training in a technical school approved by a state’s Department of Education or comparable governmental agency, in oils, water colors, painting, design, black and white, layout, computer graphics, and other art media, and three years of acceptable full-time paid experience as a commercial or graphic artist.
To be qualified for assignment to Assignment Level II, individuals must have:
(a) at least one year of experience as a Graphic Artist, Assignment Level I; or
(b) the Qualification Requirements described in "1" or "2" above, plus two additional years of acceptable specialized paid experience conceptualizing and initiating graphic art projects.

Preferred candidate will have completed a college or post-graduate degree in design, and must have a minimum of three years of full-time experience as a graphic designer. Candidates should have an interest and understanding of current graphic design trends and tools. Interest in architecture, urban design, and New York City is a plus. Candidates must have a portfolio demonstrating a range of visual communication skills, analytical ability, strong typography, and exceptional creative talent. Role requires one who is self-motivated, detail oriented, well-organized, and able to work under deadlines. Candidates must have strong communication, presentation, and production skills. Technical knowledge and expertise using Adobe Creative Cloud is essential. Knowledge of motion graphic software, such as Adobe After Effects, and basic HTML knowledge are a plus. Candidates must provide a link or attach a PDF of your portfolio for review.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.