Graphic Artist
Job description
This position is located at MCAGCC Twentynine Palms, CA. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a GRAPHIC ARTIST NF3 for MCCS.
Why Choose MCCS?
Here at MCCS, we believe in meaningful connections, opportunities to build and develop skills that will span throughout your entire career, and creating positive relationships that will last a lifetime. We provide Marines, Sailors, and families with everyday services and support. We believe in serving those who serve.
Joining our world-renowned team also comes with some amazing benefits:
Part-time and Full-time vacancies are eligible for the following Employee Benefits (20-40 hours a week):
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 5% employer match
- NAF Pension Plan, employee contribution only 1% (may be eligible to buy back up to 5 years of military service)
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Inexpensive life insurance (up to 3X annual salary)
- Flexible spending accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
- Short Term Disability Insurance (up to 60% of annual salary)
- Immediate annual and sick leave accrual
- Tax-free shopping
- Professional training opportunities to build and develop new skills.
- Access to MCCS facilities such as the child development centers, gyms, movie theaters, bowling centers, pools, golf course, auto skills center, outdoor recreation and more!
Major Duties
Designs and executes graphic elements, layouts, and printed and/or digital media using Adobe Creative Cloud software programs. Plans and executes the development of graphic designs in Adobe Creative Cloud software programs for small and largescale campaigns, and branding projects in coordination with the presentation of printed and/or digital media. Provides digital campaign materials for the website, various social media platforms, digital newsletters, tv’s, large monitors and marquees. Updates the marquees internally as needed. Must be able to manage documents on the web site on a real-time basis, troubleshoot and resolve problems. Design and implement web formatted designs in a Content Management System (CMS) platform. Designs digital and print publications to include the Life in 29 digital newsletter, the annual Guide Book and the Business Development Kit. All creative materials designed are to follow MCCS branding and style guides and receive review and guidance from supervisor. Creates, produces and delivers in house professional signs, posters, banners, cut vinyl, as well as designs for outsourced largescale materials and smaller prints like business cards and postcards. The variety of in house and outsource materials are used for creating campaigns that increase sales and promote program participation. Works closely with the Digital Media Manager to ensure programs and events are disseminated to reach target audiences. Occasionally works at special events and provides photographic support for MCCS functions.
Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Acknowledges customers, smiles and makes eye contact. Asks questions to determine, verify and solve problems. Checks for satisfaction on the quality of goods and services. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.
Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Uses required safety equipment and observes safe work procedures. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.
Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Three years of experience preferred that demonstrates knowledge directly related to the above duties. A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or other related field is a plus. Graphic Artist must have strong computer skills with knowledge and experience working with the following software programs: Photoshop (advanced), Illustrator (intermediate), In Design (intermediate) and CMS (advanced). HTML and XML coding a plus. Photography skills is a plus. Must possess strong creative written and oral communication skills as well as skills in conceptualizing, strong layout, composition, and understanding of design components (typography, grid, imagery, hierarchy, space). Ability to organize workload and meet tight production deadlines while juggling multiple jobs. Graphic Artist must have the ability to focus on the details and also see the big picture of the work and what the clients’ needs are. Must have motivation and a great deal of initiative and flair for Graphic Design and marketing. This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.
Closing Statement
Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
- Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
- If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
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