Graphic Artist- Digital Media Services

PCI Productions LLC•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

The Graphic Artist will provide creative, technical, and production support to a Digital Media Services contract supporting the United States Space Force. This role requires a skilled illustrator with strong design capabilities, the ability to translate complex concepts into compelling visual products, and a commitment to high-quality creative output in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working within a structured government or military setting.

Requirements

3–5 years of professional experience as an illustrator, graphic designer, or visual artist.
Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency with industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and other digital illustration platforms.
Strong portfolio demonstrating illustration skills, design versatility, and creative problem-solving.
Ability to work within established brand guidelines and adapt to evolving mission needs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Must be a US citizen, possessing or eligible for a DoD security clearance
Must be eligible for a Personnel Security Clearance (criminal background, active drug use, ongoing financial distress, and other factors may prohibit the granting of a clearance and render the candidate unacceptable)

Nice To Haves

Preferred education: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Fine Arts, Visual Communications, or a related field.
Experience supporting government, military, or defense-related clients.
Familiarity with secure production environments and handling of controlled or sensitive materials.
Knowledge of layout design, typography, color theory, and visual storytelling.
Basic understanding of multimedia workflows, including photography, videography, and motion graphics.
Ability to adapt artwork for multiple formats, resolutions, and media types.
Qualified candidates with an existing security clearance are highly desirable and favored

Responsibilities

Create high-quality illustrations, graphics, and visual assets to support Space Force communication, training, and mission-related initiatives.
Develop original artwork, including vector graphics, character designs, technical illustrations, infographics, and branding elements.
Produce digital and print-ready materials such as posters, brochures, briefing graphics, logos, signage, and presentation visuals.
Translate verbal concepts, written requirements, and technical information into clear, engaging visual products.
Maintain consistency with Space Force branding guidelines, security requirements, and visual communication standards.
Collaborate with photographers and multimedia specialists to integrate graphics into broader digital media products.
Prepare artwork for use in video, web, social media, and interactive platforms.
Assist in layout, formatting, and visual enhancement of documents, reports, and presentations.
Support the development of motion graphics or animation elements when required (basic proficiency acceptable; advanced skills a plus).
Work directly with Space Force personnel and internal team members to gather requirements, refine concepts, and deliver final products.
Manage multiple design requests simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
Provide creative recommendations and visual solutions that align with mission objectives and customer expectations.
Maintain organized project files, version control, and documentation in accordance with contract requirements.