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• develop, implement, evaluate and improve website content, design and content management controls
• advise and respond to client needs for web-based issues resolution or development of content
• train and work with department web content managers and administrators to ensure that the web is up to date
• work with Communications and IT team members to ensure the administration of the web meets with the City’s communication needs, including the Leduc Recreation Centre
• anticipate and plan for business and technological changes, monitors site performance and current trends in web technology and makes recommendations
• develop, implement and maintain the City of Leduc electronic library of visual resources, including photos, video and templates for internal and external use
• all stages of visual design development, from concept to production
• work with team members to design, implement, customize and maintain user-friendly online and print material
• consult with various City business units, departmental champions and external partners to ensure brand consistency
• provide design support for all printed and electronic media
• maintain online templates for staff use
• work with internal clients and Communication Coordinator to gather requirements for public materials, and produce effective public materials
• responsible for estimating expected turnaround times, costs and resources required for design deliverables
• meet client deliverable expectations and timelines established during project planning
• maintain design consistency across different media
• explore new concepts and adapt them to existing products and materials to support marketing strategies
• present design deliverables to internal clients and management team
• communication writing, media buying and event planning
• maintain brand standards with documents and templates to support corporate brand efforts
• assist the Communication Coordinator with content editing for marketing/communication materials
• work with the Communications Coordinator to develop social media strategies, campaigns and tools to promote the City of Leduc
• provide general support and backup for the Communications Coordinator

• degree in communication, web design, graphic design, media arts, or related field

• minimum three years of experience designing and producing both online web interfaces and print marketing materials
• experience creating effective marketing materials, is required
• strong project management experience and training
• equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

• creative thinker with strong sense of visual design, colour theory, typography, identity and branding
• demonstrated understanding of website design and information
• familiar with HTML and CSS
• understanding of corporate brand management including the development and application of brand standards to a wide variety of communications products and channels
• familiar with industry standard design tools including Adobe Creative Suite
• knowledgeable of browser capabilities and constraints
• proficient in MS Office Suite
• exceptional customer service focus
• knowledge of traditional design processes related to both print and web deliverables
• strong understanding of effective visual communications strategies for producing print, and multimedia design deliverables
• ability to display proficiency in online social media strategy and marketing
• superior analytical, interpersonal, public relations and verbal/written communication skills
• flexibility to manage competing priorities and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• ability to multi-task, and effectively prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• ability to work well with others - a team player with strong interpersonal skills
• ability to critique design work, both giving and receiving constructive feedback

Qualified individuals are asked to submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter that clearly outlines how you meet the above requirements.  This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.  Please submit to: