This is advanced skilled graphic design work for the General Services Administration.

Employees in this class are responsible for performing a variety of complex duties in the design and development of graphic materials. Responsibilities include confering with customers to identify design requirements, developing designs which reflect the theme of the project, producing designs rapidly to minimize production costs, maintaining accurate records on design and production services, and operating an advanced computer design workstation and related peripheral equipment. Incumbents exercise considerable independent judgment in the interpretation of customer requirements and in the production of complex graphic design materials from concept to final execution. Supervision is received from a technical and administrative superior who reviews work for achievement of desired results and customer expectations.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Meets with supervisor and customers on graphic design specifications, design alterations and production schedules.

Designs and builds complex design documents including brochures, books, advertising campaigns, special event support materials, 3-D exhibits, special publications, logo design, forms and letterheads on advanced computer design equipment.

Maintains accurate records on job status, production time and component services provided to ensure revenue generation to cover all cost elements of design.

Performs image scanning, image manipulation, photo compositing, photo retouching and special effects on desktop scanning system.

Performs Color Prepress on digital files for reproduction on a lithographic press including setting traps, imposition, replacing FPO art with hi-res images, and troubleshooting output.

Prepares accurate files and documentation for external vendors; visits service bureaus to consult with vendor representatives when graphic design work requires explanation, alterations or proofing.

Maintains, supports and troubleshoots computer design system including dual platform LAN environment and peripherals (scanner, optical drives, Syquest drives and printers); lifts and moves equipment; bends and kneels to access confined spaces to configure, troubleshoot and connect equipment, cables and devices.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of advanced graphic design work.

Considerable knowledge of the operating characteristics and maintenance requirements of advanced computer design systems.

Considerable knowledge of the design of various publications, documents, forms, brochures and other printed materials.

Knowledge of public relations principles and techniques.

Knowledge of graphic design job specifications, production schedules and reproduction costs.

Knowledge of records and forms required in the area of assignment.

Ability to interpret customer requirements for the design of graphic materials.

Ability to operate and maintain advanced computer design systems and peripheral equipment.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and various public and private officials.

Ability to design brochures, exhibits, publications, forms, letterheads and other graphic materials in accordance with customer requirements.

Ability to advise various County officials of appropriate graphic designs and materials.

Ability to perform image scanning, image manipulation, photo compositing, photo retouching and special effects on desktop scanning system.

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