Graphic Artist (Part Time)

Application deadline is March 6 2026.

PLEASE READ: In addition to uploading a resume and cover letter each applicant must send to two examples of print design work and two examples of online design work to. Design samples may be attached in .pdf format or provided via a link to an online portfolio.

Reports To:Public Information Officer

Gives Direction To:Graphic Designer Freelancers Photographers Videographers Editorial Staff

FLSA STATUS: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime)

NATURE OF WORK

This is a part time in person position in the Mt. Lebanon Public Information Office which publishes a print and online magazine and a variety of other digital and print content for the Municipality of Mt. Lebanon. The work hours are an average of 29.5 hours per week. Paid time offis provided; health benefits are not provided with this Part Time position. The Graphic Artist works closely with and takes direction from a Graphic Design Team Lead. The position requires collaboration and sharing of responsibilities with another designer as well as regular communication and cooperation with the editorial and advertising staffs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains consistent branding and high quality of municipal print/online communications
• Designs print/online products for public information office as well as for other departments as needed
• Coordinates and/or produces municipal photography and videography
• Prepares corrects and approves files for printing
• Designs print and online advertising
• Processes files for magazine website and creates posts for online software
• Serves on planning team for municipal special events
• Creates support materials for municipal campaigns/special events
• Creates infographics/flowcharts to explain complex topics
• Keeps abreast of trends in design and emerging software solutions
• Communicates with all members of staff in a proactive manner
• Attends editorial meetings
  

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Serves as liaison with printer and IT
• Maintains digital archive of photographs ads and editorial
• Maintains photo budget

• Performs all other work assigned
  
  

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong sense of how design/photography relate to editorial content
• Experience taking and editing photographs
• Comprehensive knowledge of graphic design principles
• Knowledge and experience with print online and social media platforms
• Knowledge of web design using WordPress
• Ability to prepare and format digital files for press
• Expertise with Mac OS Microsoft 360 and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Illustrator Photoshop Premiere Pro and Acrobat)
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in an open newsroom environment
• Ability to handle multiple projects under deadline pressure
• Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team under tight deadlines

REQUIRED EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in design or fine arts (or equivalent degree based on coursework)
• Prior experience in magazine design layout and production preferred
• Prior design experience with websites and other online communications

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange accurate information.
2. The essential job duties require working in person including in person interaction with municipal employees vendors and residents.
3. The employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time; move inside the office and travel to other locations out of the office; reach and operate equipment.
4. Must possess visual acuity necessary to perform quality graphic design work including close vision color vision and ability to create quality design work using a variety of software.
   

The above job description reflects the general information deemed necessary to convey the primary functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the position.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

PLEASE NOTE: RESUMES COVER LETTERS AND DESIGN SAMPLES CAN ALSO BE RECEIVED AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AT 710 WASHINGTON ROAD PITTSBURGH PA 15228 ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES.

Mt. Lebanon is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy national origin ancestry disability genetic information or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws. Mt. Lebanon makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time. Reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants with disabilities will be made upon request to the Human Resources Office at

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