Visual Media Designer 1 (37.5 Hour)

IntroductionAre you excited by the idea of turning public health information into compelling visual stories that reach diverse communities across Connecticut? If so, apply today! The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH), Marketing & Communications Office (MarComm), is seeking a creative, technically skilled Visual Media Designer 1 to join a dynamic and expanding team at the forefront of public health storytelling.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 37.5-hour per week, hybrid position, flexible work environment.LOCATION: 410 Capitol Avenue in Hartford, CT

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy work/life balance to all employees

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

Work alongside an experienced Visual Media Designer and collaborate with communications specialists, web professionals, and community engagement staff to produce video, graphic design, and multimedia content that reaches diverse audiences across the state. Discover the opportunity to make a measurable impact on how Connecticut residents receive and engage with public health information. MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND FACILITIES:MarComm is in an active growth period - adding new staff, expanding its multimedia capabilities, and building out a podcast studio, community engagement function, and digital content strategy - making this an ideal moment to join and help shape the office's creative direction. The Mission of the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by:Assuring the conditions in which people can be healthyPreventing disease, injury, and disabilityPromoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health, which is a human right and a priority of the state.DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission. Selection PlanFOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY:Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.AFTER YOU APPLY:Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at .This employer may participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization. QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Anamaria Giangarra at View email address on click.appcast.io the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the design and preparation of hardcopy and electronic print formats for use on websites and printed materials. EXAMPLES OF DUTIESUsing various media designs and prepares illustrations, typography, graphs, charts, maps, cartoons and layouts for websites, reports, publications and booklets; Designs, lays out, letters and prepares art work on charts and diagrams for websites, publications and exhibitions; Creates designs for covers; Confers with supervisors as to media and method of design for various projects; Designs, prepares and illustrates exhibit and display material for department usage and public display; Edits digital video and images; Creates online fillable forms and related ancillaries; May make freehand sketches of designs and drawings; May design and illustrate visual aids pertaining to training or other programs of the agency; Performs related duties as required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYKnowledge of graphic materials; and ability to utilize computer software including publishing and graphic design software; most effective methods of graphic demonstration of materials; Skills interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; in free hand sketching, water color, oil, lettering and montage work; Ability to utilize auxiliary equipment such as large scale printers; prepare original art work.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Four (4) years of experience in commercial or illustration art or engineering drafting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in graphic arts may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience planning, filming, and editing video content using Adobe Premiere Pro, or other similar editing software.Experience producing graphic design materials, including social media graphics, infographics, flyers, or print collateral, using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).Experience producing or supporting a podcast or similar visual news/storytelling content, including audio editing, visual support content, and platform publishing (e.g., Spotify, YouTube, Vimeo).Experience creating public health, government, or nonprofit communications content for diverse audiences, with attention to plain-language and accessibility standards.Experience working in a collaborative creative team environment, managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.ConclusionAN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.ACKNOWLEDGEMENTAs defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Location Hartford, CT Date Opened

8/26/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary $59,977* - $81,999/year (*New state employees start at minimum salary range) Job Type Open to the Public Close Date

9/4/2026 11:59:00 PM