Graphics Design I

Website And Graphic Design LeadGuidehouse is seeking a Website and Graphic Design Lead to support a Department of State client within the Defense & Security Segment's Human-Centered Design (HCD) team. In this role, you will apply structured design, content strategy, and human-centered methodologies to enhance the clarity, usability, and impact of mission-critical web and multimedia products.Build and maintain standardized visual frameworks, templates, and identity systems to ensure consistency across all communications.Apply human-centered design methodologies to improve clarity, discoverability, and usability of web and multimedia products.Manage and update web content using structured workflows, ensuring accuracy, accessibility (including Section 508), and alignment with stakeholder needs.time on site, downloads, open rates, video views) and leverage insights to shape content and design decisions.Track performance trends and recommend iterative improvements to enhance effectiveness and impact.Partner with cross-functional teams to align design and content strategies, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.Manage multiple concurrent design projects, from intake through delivery, using structured project management techniques to maintain quality and meet deadlines.Integrate stakeholder feedback to refine design and multimedia products for clarity, usability, and mission alignment.Identify and propose opportunities to streamline design processes and enhance scalability through improved tools, templates, and standards.What You Will Need :An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.Bachelor's degreeTHREE (3) years' experience in graphic designWhat Would Be Nice To Have :Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative SuitePortfolio showcasing the range of your design abilitiesSection 508 accessibility requirements familiarityExcellent organizational and interpersonal skillsExperience working with the Department of StateExperience working in cross-functional teams or large organizationsWhat We Offer : Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.