Visual Communications Specialist

About the role

The City of Leawood, Kansas is seeking a Visual Communications Specialist to serve as the primary visual storyteller for the City. The ideal candidate will have an eye for exceptional design and a passion for creating visually compelling and impactful communications.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging graphics, publications, presentations, signage, and promotional materials for print, digital, and social media platforms.
• Serve as the City's primary photographer, capturing and editing images that showcase City services, events, employees, facilities, and community stories.
• Collaborate with the Communications team to produce video and other digital content that supports City communication goals.
• Maintain consistent branding and visual identity across City communications.
• Aid in managing digital content, including website and social media assets.
• Support public engagement efforts through creative storytelling and multimedia communications.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Three years of experience or equivalent experience in graphic design, creating multifaceted media content.
• Five years of experience in graphic design, creating multifaceted media content.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Adobe Illustrator.
• Experience in photography and basic videography.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build positive relationships across departments.
• Passion for serving the community through innovative and engaging communications.

Skills

• Adobe Creative Cloud proficiency, specifically Adobe Illustrator.
• Photography and basic videography skills.
• Experience with Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Basic video shooting and editing skills.

Benefits

• Retirement options: Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) and 457(b) options.
• Insurance benefits: begins the first day of the month after hire date.
• Paid Time Off: vacation, sick, and personal leave plus holidays.

Pay & Schedule

• Starting Rate of Pay: $28.44 - $34.84 / hour, depending on qualifications.
• Typical schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Work Environment

• There may be times when this position will be required to attend after-hours meetings or events.

Application Information

• Accepting Applications through August 5, 2026.