Visual/Digital Media Designer

Job Responsibilities
The South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) represents the public interest of South Carolina in utility regulation for the major utility industries - electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water/wastewater, and transportation - before the Public Service Commission (PSC), the court system, and state and federal regulatory bodies. Additionally, the ORS houses the state's Energy Office, Broadband Office, Equipment Distribution Program (EDP), and has responsibility for oversight of railroad safety and natural gas pipeline safety in South Carolina.
Job Duties
This position will be responsible for designing high-quality materials for both digital and print platforms, managing agency websites and social media channels, and supporting agency-wide communications initiatives. Job duties include:

• Design and Branding: Create visually appealing designs for websites, social media platforms, flyers, brochures, newsletters, reports, presentations, and other outreach materials. Ensure all designs align with the ORS brand identity.
• Website Content Management: Assist with the development, updates, and maintenance of ORS public-facing websites using content management systems. Ensure sites are user-friendly, visually consistent, accessible, and compliant with all relevant standards.
• Social Media and Marketing: Manage and oversee agency social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube), and plan and schedule content using Hootsuite.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders, vendors, and professional printers to produce high-quality outreach and marketing materials. Prepare mock-ups for approval prior to final production.
• Web and Design Contract Coordination: Collaborate with departments on contracts related to web development and design services; coordinate with vendors to ensure work meets quality standards, timelines, and ORS brand identity.
  

South Carolina is a great place to live and work! The State of South Carolina offers its employees generous benefits and a healthy work-life balance.
FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY, AND YOUR FUTURE
15 days sick leave
15 days annual leave
13 paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Military leave
Health coverage including prescriptions
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Adoption assistance
Retirement plan
Supplemental retirement savings plan
Minimum And Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual arts, communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience. At least two years of professional experience in marketing, advertising, graphic design, and website creation. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge of web design and content management systems (e.g., Drupal, WordPress).
Additional Comments

• All ORS employees are required to attend ethics training annually for continued employment.
• All ORS employees are prohibited from owning equity in regulated utilities.
• Work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
• Remote work is not available and employees work in-office at 1901 Main Street, Columbia, SC 29201.