Review Vacancy
AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52293 to $66494 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in an art or design field such as art, drawing, painting, illustration, digital design, or interactive media and two years of experience; or an associate’s degree in the same fields and four years of experience.
*For part-time/freelance experience, please also complete total number of hours worked
for each firm/agency.
PLEASE NOTE: Please read this posting in its entirety and follow the specific instructions on applying for this position.
Duties Description Under the general direction of the Associate Public Information Specialist (Communication Lead) for the Redesign Project, the Graphic Designer 2 will manage the development and creation of materials and resources designed to:
• Provide NYSLRS members, retirees, and beneficiaries with information about their NYSLRS benefits;
• Educate employers and business partners about their roles and responsibilities; and
• Inform customers about the new web-based self-service application, Retirement Online.
The Graphic Designer 2 will be a critical liaison between Redesign Project staff and Retirement Communications as phases of Retirement Online are implemented. The Graphic Designer 2 will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following activities:
• Manage and coordinate Redesign design activities, including, but not limited to intranet, web, print, multimedia and video projects.
o Work with Communication Lead and Retirement Communications Bureau to determine content and design needs based on the Redesign Project strategic communication plan.
o Meet with representatives of interested groups, both internal and external, to present materials and discuss the impact the new pension administration solution will have on members, retirees and employer partners.
o Lead the concept development of design and marketing solutions.
• Propose communication and marketing solutions that fulfill the business needs of NYSLRS and the Redesign project.
o Recommend design approach, including the use of illustrations, graphics and content.
o Recommendations take into account the purpose and objective of the project and the target audience.
• Act as liaison with Retirement Communications design, multimedia production and content staff.
• Manage workflow and approvals for Redesign-related work.
o Confer with Communication Lead, Redesign staff, Communications Bureau staff, IT Specialists, representatives from other bureaus/divisions and/or division management to discuss project objectives, scope, design features, target audience, due dates and format.
o Confer with Communication bureau supervisors to set project priorities.
o Advise appropriate personnel regularly regarding the progress of the projects.
o Ensure project milestones and deadlines are met.
o Arrange for all appropriate approvals. Follow up on approvals as necessary to ensure projects are produced within the required time period.
• Serve as creative lead for design activities, including, but not limited to intranet, web, social media, print, multimedia and video projects.
o Use professional design software (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) to create or oversee the creation of projects or elements of projects (graphics, illustrations, etc.).
o Create or oversee the creation of web technologies for Intranet and Internet application.
o Oversee the creation of interactive media rich applications conducive to enriching user experience for our web (or other) audience. Ensure ADA compliance and usability considerations are applied consistently.
o Assist in the digital video production process, including conceptualization, storyboarding, video/audio taping and editing.
• Develop content for various media, including, but not limited to intranet, web, social media, print, multimedia and video projects.
o Confer with editors, writers and other staff to conceptualize content needed based on project objectives, design elements, format and target audience.
o Recommend direction, style, tone, perspective, form and format of finished product.
o Manage social media content and customer interactions
o Manage customer engagement on social media.
• Maintain production calendar.
• Represent Redesign in meetings with Redesign staff and Retirement bureau representatives where design and content presentation questions are discussed.
• Supervise subordinate designers, conduct performance evaluations with subordinates, review subordinates' projects to determine if they conform to bureau/industry standards.
o Directly supervise Graphic Designer 1.
o Act as mentor to ensure subordinate designers become familiar with the workflow and techniques unique to this business and its objectives.
o Train staff and evaluate performance.
Additional Comments DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Superior project management skills. Proven ability to manage projects within scope and deadlines while meeting project objectives.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple, large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Ability to manage in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills. Ability to build effective teams and foster collaboration.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Graphic design experience.
• Storyboard development experience and superior illustration skills.
• Superior knowledge of html, html 5. Working knowledge of xml, JavaScript, Adobe Captivate.
• Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier, After Effects, Final Cut 7, Adobe InDesign, and Bridge.
• Superior knowledge of web-based and electronic media communications.
• Substantial organizational experience in managing social media campaigns that includes content development, workflow management and customer engagement.
• Strong working knowledge of content management systems (WordPress, Drupal, Joomla!).
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruit@osc.state.ny.us
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Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter in addition to the REQUIRED template to recruit@osc.state.ny.us no later than July 29, 2016. Please reference Item # 07238-OSCrlt in the subject line and on the cover letter.
PLEASE NOTE: All candidates MUST complete this template - http://www.osc.state.ny.us/recruit/docs/7238_Template_07_2016.doc- in full to demonstrate they meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates will be selected for interview based SOLELY on the contents provided by them on this template.
IMPORTANT: It is imperative that you provide specific examples to demonstrate your experience for each of the required qualifications listed below. Please ensure that you have fully described how you meet the qualifications by providing a FULLY DETAILED description of your experience. Any ambiguity, vagueness, or omissions will not be decided in the candidate’s favor.
***This position is located in Albany, New York and requires on-site work only. Remote work site, freelance employment cannot be accommodated***
When responding, please include the reference number and letters listed in this section. The GOER ID # should not be included.