Graphic Designer

Travel: Some travel for client engagements may be required

Design focus

You’ll create visual communications for federal clients, translating complex, technical, or sensitive information into clear, accessible, and brand-consistent materials for print, digital, web, and social media channels.

What you’ll create

• Design infographics, presentations, publications, brochures, fact sheets, posters, social media graphics, digital signage, and other outreach materials.
• Translate complex information into clear and visually engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Create and refine designs using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and other industry-standard tools.
• Maintain visual and brand consistency across deliverables.
• Ensure designed materials meet Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Remediate accessibility issues when needed.
• Incorporate client and stakeholder feedback into final designs.
• Support additional creative work such as event materials, exhibit graphics, motion graphics, video, and digital asset management when assigned.

Project and client work

• Collaborate with communications, program, and technical teams to gather requirements and creative direction.
• Translate key messages into finished visual products.
• Prepare client-ready materials for stakeholders and leadership.
• Manage multiple projects and competing deadlines simultaneously.
• Deliver revisions and final materials within established timelines.

Required qualifications

• 4 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communications, or a related field.
• Portfolio of work samples required.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, or equivalent design software.
• Understanding of Section 508 accessibility guidelines and standards.
• Experience translating complex information into clear visual communications.
• Experience managing multiple projects and tight deadlines.
• Experience supporting complex federal government projects.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance or higher clearance when required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred strengths

• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and time management skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and collaborate effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain effective under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to incorporate client feedback quickly and accurately.
• Ability to learn complex subject matter quickly.