Designer I, II, III, or Senior

A Senior Designer takes Tri-State’s defined strategic initiatives to create visual communications for Tri-State’s marketing and energy efficiency programs, as well as provide agency-quality experience for member requests like branding or event signage. This role blends artistic leadership with a deep understanding of our mission and the relationship we have with our distribution members and the communities they serve. The Senior Designer will oversee the development of compelling visual content that supports branding, member engagement, education, and community outreach. 

Note: There is one position available and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: Designer I, job grade 6; Designer II, job grade 7, Designer III, job grade 8; or Senior Designer, job grade 9. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire.

 
Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits. 
 

Senior Designer
Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-121,000
Designer III 
Hiring Salary Range: $86,000-$108,000
Designer II
Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$96,000
Designer I 
Hiring Salary Range: $70,000-$86,000

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. 

• Creative Leadership: Directs designers, photographers, and multimedia specialists (both contractors and employees) to produce high-quality visual content across print and digital. 
• Brand Stewardship: Ensures consistent application of brand identity across all external and internal communications, including social media, advertising, signage, and annual reports. 
• Campaign Strategy and Development: Collaborates with internal leadership, teams and members to develop integrated creative strategies that align with enterprise goals and key initiatives, ensuring design decisions are informed by audience insights and performance data.
• Project Management: Oversees multiple projects from concept to completion, managing timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships. Coordinating travel and scheduling of photo and video content with members, contractors, and Tri-State employees. 
• Creative Operations: Helps refine internal processes and workflows (e.g., Workfront templates, creative briefs, review cycles) to ensure efficiency and consistency in creative delivery.
• Strategic Collaboration: Works closely with the Marketing and Brand Communications Manager and Creative Director to align visual storytelling with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and member expectations. 
• Thought Leadership: Represents the creative team at internal strategy meetings, conferences, or member co-op workshops to share best practices and insights on visual communications.
• Innovation & Trends: Stay current with design trends, technologies, and best practices in utility communications and apply them to elevate the cooperative’s visual presence. 

• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures and attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to functional area.

• Because Tri-State has an obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to its customers, the ability to work overtime at any time of the day or week is considered an essential function of the job.

Education and Training 

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing, or related field. 
• Eight (8) + years in agency o