Character Designer Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Administrative - Classified/Graphic Artist
Date Posted:
8/3/2026
Location:
District Office
Date Available:
10/01/2026
Closing Date:
08/17/2026
The Greece Central School District believes that all students benefit from a culture where diversity, inclusion, and equity with excellence are valued. Greece Central School District welcomes stakeholders who can collaborate with other staff to ensure that our policies, regulations, practices, programs and services promote equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Salary: $50,000 Minimum
Bargaining Unit (click here for contracts): GUSS Contract
Report Times: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Daily Hours: 8.5 (7.5 Paid)
Work Year: 12 months
Supervisor: Director of Communications
Civil Service Title: Graphic Artist (Non-Competitive)
Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:
(A) Graduation with a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications, Advertising Design, Multimedia Design and Development, Graphic and Multimedia Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, New Media, Videography or a closely related field, or a Bachelor's in Fine Arts, plus one (1) year
paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience in desktop publishing and graphic design, or videography; OR,
(B) Graduation with an Associate's degree in one of the fields mentioned in (A) above, plus three (3) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience in desktop publishing and graphic design, or videography; OR,
(C) Five (5) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience in desktop publishing and graphic design, or videography; OR,
(D) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C) above.
NOTE: Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution
outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: If you are appointed, you will be required to possess a valid license to operate a vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Desired Qualifications:
Advanced knowledge of graphic design principles, including typography, layout, composition, color theory, visual hierarchy and branding;
Strong visual storytelling abilities with the capacity to communicate complex information clearly and effectively;
Thorough understanding of print production processes, file preparation, color management and commercial printing requirements;
Experience working within established brand standards and style guides;
Experience collaborating with external vendors, printers and production partners;
Understanding of accessibility considerations in print and digital communications;
Exceptional organizational and project management skills;
Ability to prioritize work, manage changing deadlines and balance multiple assignments simultaneously;
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, polished work;
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build positive working relationships across departments;
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to identify needs and propose creative solutions;
Ability to receive feedback, revise work efficiently and maintain high-quality standards under tight timelines;
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in a public-school environment;
Knowledge of photography, photo editing and visual asset management;
Also beneficial is familiarity with social media content creation and digital marketing best practices and experience creating and editing short-form video content using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or comparable platforms.
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit:
A resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience;
A professional portfolio (website link or PDF) containing at least 10 original design samples demonstrating publication design, branding, typography and layout expertise;
Portfolios consisting primarily of template-based work (e.g., Canva templates, AI generated designs do not adequately demonstrate the level of expertise required for this position and will be excluded from consideration.
PLEASE NOTE: Selected candidates will be asked to complete a brief design exercise using district-provided assets as part of the interview process.
Position Summary/Responsibilities:
The District Graphic Designer is responsible for maintaining and advancing the visual identity of the school district through the creation of high-quality print and digital communications. Working closely with the Director of Communications and district leadership, this individual will design and produce a wide variety of publications, marketing materials and visual assets that support district initiatives, programs, events and community engagement efforts.
Key responsibilities include:
Design and produce a broad range of print and digital materials, including flyers, brochures, newsletters, reports, posters, infographics, signage, advertisements and other communication pieces;
Manage the layout and design of complex, multi-page publications such as budget publications, strategic planning documents and districtwide communications;
Maintain, apply and help evolve the district's established brand standards, ensuring consistency across all schools, departments and communication channels;
Prepare accurate, print-ready files and coordinate with commercial printers and vendors as needed'
Collaborate with administrators, principals and department leaders to develop, refine, proof and deliver effective visual communication solutions;
Translate complex information into visually engaging and accessible formats for diverse audiences;
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail;
Organize and maintain design files, templates, photography and digital asset libraries;
Support district communications efforts through basic video production, video editing, and multimedia storytelling, or demonstrate a willingness to quickly develop these skills;
Participate in creative planning and brainstorming sessions to support district initiatives and events;
Other duties as assigned.
Questions regarding this posting should be directed to:
Name: Laurel Heiden
Title: Director of Communications
Email: laurel.heiden@greececsd.org
All new employees must be fingerprinted and cleared for employment through the NYSED before employment begins.
The Greece Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.
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