JOB SUMMARYResponsible for the day-to-day operation and production within the Design Center. The Design Center Specialist will oversee the design and physical creation of printed material for use across the Lottery; ensuring high-quality output from the initial design phase through to final printing and installation. The Specialist acts as the technical expert on pre-press requirements, material selection, and brand consistency across all physical lottery touchpoints.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Oversee large format printing requests from project management system for regional offices and retail locations.
- Work with Adobe creative cloud software to design and edit pieces for print.
- Develop templates and best practices for common projects within team and across the organization.
- Preflight and RIP art for in-house large format production.
- Operate and maintain large-format printer and other Design Center equipment.
- Oversee all procurement for Design Center equipment and materials. Conducting regular communication with outside vendors.
- Manage production and in certain cases installation of promotional/marketing materials (banners, posters, boards, window clings, etc.) for internal and external exhibition.
- Edit copy for use across printed material.
- Design and produce communication materials, i.e., flyers/brochures/prize structures.
- Work with the Design Manager, creative team and Lottery departments to design and produce materials and sets for in-house, live promotions, game shows, and commercial productions.
- Participate in the creation of other promotional and marketing efforts.
- Align to branding standards, maintain and update design templates.
- Work collaboratively with creative team and marketing.
- Research and keep up to date on printing and design technology and innovations.
- Work Lottery's daily live drawing or remote/studio productions as needed.
- Occasionally work nights and weekends.
- Occasional travel within Massachusetts.
- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
NOTE: Per the bargaining unit contract, the salary for this position will increase by 2% effective July 12, 2026.
Qualifications:REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Proficient in Adobe's Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.).
- Portfolio demonstrating technical expertise and creative background is a must.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience designing for print and digital as part of a creative agency (external or in-house).
- Strong understanding of foundational design principles including composition, color theory, illustration, and typography
- Excellent ability to communicate clearly within a team setting, able to set and manage expectations around deadlines and utilization of resources.
- Ability to gracefully take constructive feedback and pivot as new design challenges arise.
- Must have excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Self-starter who ensures projects are completed in a timely manner.
- Excellent attention to detail for trimming and finishing printed pieces.
- A valid driver's license plus the ability to travel throughout Massachusetts are both required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent related experience.
- Prior experience operating large format printers and finishing equipment.
- Experience designing assets such as retail posters, signage and out-of-home marketing materials.
- Strong knowledge of print production processes including pre-press preparation, material selection, finishing methods, and large-format output requirements.
- Knowledge of legacy software Quark, PageMaker, and printer software.
- Ability to operate and maintain XEROX Iridesse Production Press.
Salary Range InformationFor external applicants who are not current employees of the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission (MSLC), the non-negotiable starting salary for this position is $84,090.55 (Job Grade 24/Step 1). Per the bargaining unit contract, the salary for this position will increase by 2% effective July 12, 2026.
For current MSLC union employees, the starting salary for this position will be calculated using union promotional rules.
