Graphic Designer

The Graphic Designer will create visual content that enhances brand identity and communicates core values. They will develop a wide range of design materials while ensuring adherence to accessibility guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce a wide range of design materials such as logos, brochures, presentations, and possibly videos
• Ensure all designs adhere to 508 compliance guidelines, maintaining accessibility and usability
• Apply design principles such as typography, hierarchy, and visual balance to create effective, visually appealing assets that reinforce the office's mission and purpose
• Maintain a cohesive visual identity across all materials, ensuring consistency in branding and messaging
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand project objectives and provide creative solutions that meet both design and functional requirements
• Ability to provide ongoing support to senior-level and executive staff
• Ability to discuss project expectations, set timelines, and maintain deadlines with minimal oversight
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in graphic design
• Experience with 508 compliance to design and develop accessible products
• Experience using Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Creative Suite programs, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience facilitating discussions with clients about complex workforce messages, data presentations, and analytic ideas
• Experience working within the government or defense sectors
• Knowledge of the DoD and Intelligence Community (IC)
• Ability to provide a portfolio showcasing a broad range of graphic designs
• Ability to work with the client to define project requirements and create designs that effectively communicate key messages
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree

Key Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Benefits

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• Paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care
• Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of values