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Job DescriptionONLY CONSIDERING CANDIDATES WITH 5+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE WHO RESIDE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE TO ALBANY, NY- NOT OPEN TO RELOCATION “Join GD Resources for dynamic opportunities in business management and IT, where innovation meets excellence.” About the Company: GD Resources is a Veteran Women-Owned Business Management and Information Technology company committed to excellence. GD Resources provides dynamic opportunities for veterans and professionals alike to contribute to innovative projects and drive success in a collaborative and supportive environment. Join us to make a difference, advance your career, and grow with a company that values integrity, diversity, and continuous improvement. Job Title: Mid-level Graphics Designer Task Order: HBITS-07-14361 Agency: State of New York – Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Location: Hybrid – Albany, NY Duration: 4 Months Rate: Depends on experience Position Overview This HBITS role will be responsible to complete a wide range of design and graphics projects. The ideal candidate will be creative, detail-oriented, and proficient in both print and digital media production. Responsibilities • Work with the Public Information Office to discuss and determine design strategies., • Create and prepare design files for print and social media., • Collaborate with printers and other media producers to ensure that jobs are produced and delivered as specified., • Follow universal accessibility guidelines for documents and publications., • Design custom graphics for use in agency communications., • Create promotional and presentation materials for executive staff and outreach, including PowerPoints, signage, handouts, and similar materials., • Design and update the agency's forms, manuals, and PowerPoints using Microsoft Office Suite and/or Adobe Creative Suite., • Design graphics for the agency website, web-based applications, and videos., • Take photographs at agency events., • Assembles images, typography, or motion graphics to create accessible and memorable designs., • Creates graphics primarily for published, printed, or electronic media, such as brochures and advertisements., • May also be responsible for typesetting, illustration, user interfaces, and web design.Specific Experience Requirements:, • 3 to 5 years of professional experience; able to work independently without assistance., • 4 years of experience using Adobe InDesign to create design files for print materials such as brochures, pamphlets, signage, posters, etc., • 4 years of experience using Adobe Illustrator to create icons and graphics., • 4 years of experience using Adobe Photoshop for photo editing., • 4 years of experience creating digital graphics for social media., • 4 years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite., • 4 years of experience using digital cameras (point-and-shoot)., • 2 years of experience working with outside commercial printers to produce brochures and other materials., • 2 years of experience creating PowerPoint presentations.Education & Certifications:, • Bachelor’s Degree in a design-related field such as Digital Design or Graphic Design., • Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience., • A strong portfolio of work demonstrating print and digital design skills., • Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) preferred.Ideal Candidate Attributes, • Strong understanding of branding and accessibility design standards., • Excellent communication and collaboration skills., • Ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously., • Detail-oriented with strong visual composition skills. Required Documents • Résumé, • Copy of candidate identification (driver’s license, passport, visa if applicable), • Degree/certifications (if applicable), • Three professional references, • Completed Form 2 GDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and benefits. Powered by JazzHR TMCv4HY415