Graphic Design Specialist
About The Position
As a graphic designer supporting intelligence production, you will provide graphic design and visualization support to a defense intelligence client. You will apply graphic design principles and visualization best practices to create high-visibility, mission-critical infographics, data visualizations, and presentations. You will translate client needs and requirements into innovative digital designs and execute visual communications projects. The role calls for creativity, concepts, and proposals, often under pressure. You will share your expertise with analysts through leadership and mentoring, while developing your skills in graphic design, analysis, communication, and related tools. The position is based in Fort Meade, Maryland, and is not listed as remote. An active TS/SCI clearance is required, with willingness to take a polygraph exam.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in graphic design.
- Experience with Adobe CC, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro, as well as PowerPoint, Word, Publisher, JIRA, and SharePoint.
- Experience with data visualization, finished intelligence, and infographic production.
- Experience adhering to brand management guidelines.
- Ability to be a self-starter, pay strict attention to detail, and multitask across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work with clients to define project requirements and provide process advice for visual communication production.
- Active TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a polygraph exam.
- Bachelor’s degree.
Nice To Haves
- 12+ years of experience in graphic design.
- Experience as a graphic designer supporting CCMD or component organizations.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with short deadlines.
- TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Provide graphic design and visualization support for intelligence production.
- Design infographics, data visualizations, and presentations for mission-critical use.
- Translate client needs and requirements into digital designs and execute visual communications projects.
- Work with clients to define project requirements and advise on processes for effective visual communication production.
- Provide creative concepts and proposals, often under pressure.
- Share expertise with analysts through leadership and mentoring.
- Adhere to brand management guidelines.
Benefits
- Health, life, and disability benefits.
- Financial and retirement benefits.
- Paid leave.
- Professional development.
- Tuition assistance.
- Work-life programs.
- Dependent care.
- Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
