NEOGOV · 20 hours ago
Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator
City of Thornton; Trail Winds Recreation Center, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$79K/yr - $104K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator to join the City of Thornton's Parks, Recreation, & Community Programs department. The role involves developing and assigning graphic design services for promotional materials and supporting marketing efforts for various recreation programs and events.
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Responsibilities
Manages the production of the Thornton Activities Guide. Responsible for creating design and layout as well as coordinating the translation, printing, and mailing of this publication
Designs and creates original artwork from concept to camera-ready stage for printing on paper, web, apparel and other promotional items, as well as "one-of-a-kind" artwork for displays, kiosks or other unique promotional avenues
Creates brochures, flyers, postcards, posters, etc. of internal and external promotions using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat and Photoshop. Provides graphic design services for printed material using desktop publishing as well as traditional production techniques
Maintains scheduling and develops artwork for department's lobby televisions. Assists in the design and distribution of electronic communications. Develops static advertising for the city's local TV station. Schedules and uploads artwork via web applications
Designs and writes ads to be used in various printed publications, to further promote recreation programs, events and festivals
Conducts copy editing of text submitted by staff including, but not limited to, flyers, brochures, programs and posters
Takes photographs for activities guide cover and inside pages, various brochures, programs, posters, web promotion and social media purposes
Conducts underwriting, sponsorship and activities relating to the Recreation Division's programs, special events and festivals
Builds relationships with businesses who contribute in-kind and monetary items to programs, events, festivals, and facilities by assisting in fulfilling rights and benefits as laid out in sponsorship packages
Assists with the coordination and implementation of all special events and festivals including, but not limited to, Thorntonfest, Fourth of July, Harvest Fest, Winterfest, etc
Designs and produces "Levels of Service" presentation every few years for presentation to City Council
Manages advertising budgets and develops advertising schedule
Prepares routine narrative and/or statistical reports
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design or related field
Five years of graphic design experience, including multi-media graphic design experience
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department
Knowledge of the city of Thornton recreation program goals and objectives
Knowledge of marketing, advertising, and promotion
Knowledge of management principles including supervision and training
Knowledge of recreation programs, facilities and special events
Knowledge of graphic design, layout and production techniques
Knowledge of photography and use of photographic materials
Knowledge of basic recreation philosophy
Knowledge of desktop publishing and creative design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, PhotoShop, Excel, Word, Publisher and Power Point
Knowledge of municipal government functions and processes
Skill in creating documents for marketing, advertising, and promotion
Skill in communicating clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
Skill in dealing tactfully and effectively with the public
Skill in the design, illustration and layout of artwork for advertising and marketing documents
Skill in using word processing and graphics development software on desktop publishing systems
Skill in planning, developing, recommending, coordinating and organizing recreation services and programs
Skill in customer service
Ability to design, illustrate, and photograph
Ability to work with the public
Ability to exercise initiative and judgment, and make decisions within the scope of assigned authority
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to assist with special events and projects
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays or flexible schedules
Ability to proof and edit written materials
Ability to use personal computers and a variety of software packages
Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, other city staff, vendors, and the public in the completion of projects
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities
Ability to use a digital camera and scanner
Ability to handle multiple work assignments and meet deadlines
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options
Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
Flexible Spending Plan
Retiree Health Savings Plan
Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plans
Short & Long-term Disability Plans
Paid Holidays
Vacation & Sick Leave
Multilingual Incentive Pay
Recreation Pass
Wellness Program - Learn more [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ecAZ5bF8G3UKkXFWVXFFrqVAbC4DQyjc/view?usp=sharing)
In-House Training Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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