Full Time Graphic

Graphic Designer

Ascendant is seeking a Graphic Designer to support the Global Markets Communications team at the U.Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration. In this role, the Graphic Designer will create engaging visual communications that help advance DOC's mission to attract foreign direct investment to the United States through the SelectUSA program, promote U.S. exports, support commercial diplomacy, and advance advocacy initiatives.

This is a full-time position supporting a federal contract. Design compelling print and digital communications that support Global Markets programs and initiatives.

Create marketing and communications materials, including presentations, fact sheets, infographics, flyers, posters, event collateral, conference materials, and social media graphics.

Develop logos, illustrations, icons, and other visual assets for print and digital publications.

Create and maintain templates, style guides, branding standards, and design toolkits to ensure a consistent visual identity.

Coordinate with photographers, videographers, and event vendors, reviewing assets to ensure quality and brand consistency.

Manage graphic design requests, prioritize workloads, and track projects to ensure timely delivery.

Ensure all materials meet federal accessibility, branding, and quality standards

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field

• 3+ years of professional graphic design experience
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat)
• Strong experience designing presentations, publications, and marketing materials for both print and digital platforms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint)
• Familiarity with accessibility requirements (Section 508) for digital communications
• Experience supporting a federal government agency or contractor preferred
• Experience developing or maintaining organizational branding and visual identity standards desired
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Ascendant offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) contributions, professional development support, and an Employee Assistance Program.