THE CITY OF LEAWOOD, KANSAS IS HIRING A VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Do you have an eye for exceptional design and a passion for producing visually compelling, professional communications? Are you energized by creating graphics, photography, video, and digital content that is both visually engaging and impactful? We're looking for a talented Visual Communications Specialist to serve as the City’s primary visual storyteller, creating compelling content that showcases City services, events, employees, and the Leawood community. As part of the Communications Department, you'll provide creative communications support across city departments, helping colleagues communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with residents.
This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to use your creativity to tell the City's story, strengthen community engagement, and help residents connect with the people, services, and initiatives that make Leawood a great place to live and work.
WHY JOIN THE CITY OF LEAWOOD?
At the City of Leawood, we are guided by our core values of Service, Teamwork, Innovation, Culture of Support, and Transparency. As the City's primary visual storyteller, you'll collaborate with departments across the organization to create professional, engaging communications that highlight City services, programs, events, and community impact. You'll have the opportunity to bring fresh ideas, expand your creative skills, and shape how our community experiences the City.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Creativity combined with strong graphic design and visual storytelling skills.
- Experience with photography, videography, and digital content creation.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud or similar design software.
- 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must have an associate’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field plus three (3) years of experience or equivalent experience. Equivalent experience includes a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or visual communication with one (1) year of experience; five (5) years of experience in graphic design, creating multifaceted media content; a Visual Communications certificate with three (3) years of experience or equivalent experience. Must have experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Adobe Illustrator. Must have experience in photography and basic videography.
Starting Rate of Pay: $28.44 - $34.84 / hour, depending on qualifications
Accepting Applications through August 5, 2026. Apply at careers.leawood.org.
