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City of Philadelphia · 2 hours ago

Creative Media Specialist

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$65K/yr - $72K/yr

10+ years exp

The City of Philadelphia is a vibrant employer that values inclusion and innovation. They are seeking a Creative Media Specialist to design high-quality graphic assets for various city departments, ensuring brand consistency and effective communication across digital and print platforms.

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Responsibilities

Design and produce creative assets for campaigns, presentations, reports, marketing materials, social media, and web applications

Develop strong visual concepts that communicate ideas clearly and align with organizational goals

Apply advanced graphic design skills in layout, typography, and color theory to create polished, professional work

Adapt designs across formats to ensure visual consistency across print and digital channels

Incorporate illustration and original artwork into projects when appropriate to enhance creativity and storytelling

Ensure brand consistency through use of established design systems, templates, and style guides

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret project needs and deliver solutions on time

Stay current with graphic design trends, tools, and best practices, applying new techniques to elevate creative output

Provide feedback and guidance to junior designers or interns when applicable

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines without compromising quality

Qualification

Graphic Design ExpertiseAdobe Creative CloudUI/UX DesignIllustration SkillsProject ManagementCollaboration & CommunicationCreative ExecutionProfessional MindsetProduction Knowledge

Required

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Illustration, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)

2–4 years of professional design experience in an agency, corporate, or in-house creative environment

Portfolio that demonstrates advanced graphic design skills, with samples of branding, layout, and illustration work preferred

10+ years of experience in creative services, digital design, and visual communications

5+ years in a creative leadership role, including direct management of teams

Demonstrated experience leading large-scale web and digital design projects, ideally for public service or civic tech

Strong portfolio that includes branding, campaign work, and UI/UX projects

Familiarity with design systems, wireframing tools (e.g., Figma), and accessibility best practices

Knowledge of government, nonprofit, or mission-driven environments is preferred

Strong foundation in layout, typography, color theory, and composition

Ability to develop visually compelling and professional designs that align with brand identity and project goals

Digital or traditional illustration abilities highly desirable, with the capability to integrate hand-drawn or vector artwork into design projects

Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign); familiarity with Figma and other collaboration tools helpful but not required

Understanding of preparing files for both print production and digital publishing

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Skilled at presenting ideas, explaining design choices, and incorporating feedback in a constructive manner

Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in both independent and team environments

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents

Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan

Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Generous retirement savings options are available

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