Multimedia Designer (MS-158160)

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:Professional Experience1–3 years of professional experience in graphic design, digital media, or a related fieldTechnical ProficiencyProven experience using the Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) to create professional design assets (3-5 years)Multimedia ProductionDemonstrated experience in digital photography and videography, including shooting and basic post-production editingWeb & Digital SupportExperience performing website content updates through a Content Management System (CMS) and distributing external digital communicationsContent PlanningExperience developing or maintaining a professional content calendar for social media platformsDesign FundamentalsApplied knowledge of typography, color theory, and layout as evidenced in a professional portfolio or resumePREFERRED SKILLS:Digital AccessibilityExperience designing for WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance and creating accessible PDFs or web contentSpecific CMS ProficiencyPrevious experience specifically using Drupal for website managementMotion GraphicsFamiliarity with Adobe After Effects or Premiere Pro for creating animated social media contentPublic Sector ExperiencePrior experience in government, non-profit, or public sector communicationsAdvanced Social Media ToolsExperience using professional scheduling and analytics platforms (e.g., Sprout Social, Hootsuite, or Airtable)Communication StyleAbility to translate complex agency information into clear, "jargon-free" public-facing contentThe Multimedia Designer will support the External Communications team by performing the following duties:Design & BrandingCreate brand-aligned graphics and visual assets for social media and digital platforms using the Adobe Creative Suite.Content CoordinationDevelop and manage a proactive social media content calendar and assist in the distribution of external digital communications.Web MaintenancePerform regular website updates and content entry via Drupal, ensuring all digital assets meet accessibility and accuracy standards.Multimedia ProductionProvide on-site photography and videography for agency events, including basic editing and optimization for web and social use.Quality ControlApply core design principles (typography, layout, and color theory) to ensure a consistent, professional image across all agency mediums.Period of Performance: Until 4/29/2028Location: Jackson, MS (100% ONSITE)