COMMERCIAL GRAPHIC ARTIST

SUMMARY:

The Commercial Graphic Artist is responsible for designing and preparing art work and print material. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

TYPICAL FUNCTIONS:

Receives requests for various art work and print materials, such as pamphlets, posters, charts, graphs, brochures, and reports.

Designs and creates visual artwork to be used in television production and/or print media using computerized videographic systems and/or conventional art techniques, and confers with requestor for approval.

Collects and chooses images of multiple formats to be viewed and scans or converts images to appropriate digital format.

Proofs job for format, pastes up, and lay outs materials, and produces copy or sends to printer.

Converts artwork to specific printing and bindery requirements set by printing companies as needed.

Advises management on technical aspects of producing visual art, such as lighting, shadow, or color.

Reviews and approves final proofs.

Recommends purchase, repairs, and updates of equipment to supervisor.

Plans and executes camera-ready artwork and digital photography as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of art and print layout and design techniques. Knowledge of computer software usage in graphic design and artwork. Knowledge of printing equipment. Ability to create design and layout using computer software upon request.

Ability to prepare materials for printing. Ability to produce camera-ready artwork and digital photography.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus two years of specialized training in commercial art, graphic design, or a related field; plus two years of experience in advertising, printing, graphic design, or a related field.

Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.