Graphics/Printing Specialist

Graphics/Printing Specialist

Salary

$26.08 Hourly

Location

County Administration Building 300 Monroe Avenue NW Grand Rapids

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2507-271-106

Department

Central Services

Opening Date

06/20/2025

Closing Date

7/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

QUESTIONS

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the successful individual will oversee the production of media materials from pre-production through finishing for the creation of reports, presentation materials, newsletters, brochures, forms, wide format, vinyl and other print, audio-visual and electronic communications media. Will design and format print and electronic media using desktop publishing, graphics and other software applications (such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat) and will provide manual graphics and typesetting services. Will offer advice and recommend layouts, color selection and other design elements to produce the customer end-product. Will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and repair equipment. This position will also be responsible for filling in for the County messenger / mail-processing clerk in their absence.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree or sixty credit hours in Printing Technology, Graphic Design, Computer Graphics, or other relevant field, and five years of experience in commercial printing and reprographics required or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. The successful candidate will possess a thorough working knowledge of digital copiers and printing equipment; personal computers, desktop publishing, graphic design, image editing and other applications software; computerized typography and typesetting techniques; digital imaging, printing, duplicating, and finishing equipment. Must be knowledgeable in the principles and practices of graphic design and layout. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients from all levels and departments of the County. Individual must be able to raise, lower and move boxes of paper and other supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without mechanical or other devices. The ideal candidate will have working experience with Abode Creative Suite software products. Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license.

Bachelor's degree in Printing Technology, Graphic Design, Computer Graphics, or other relevant field and some experience as a lead worker is desired.

Submit a portfolio of illustrations, designs, or other graphics along with resume.

Employer

Kent County

Address

300 Monroe Ave. NW

Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503

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