Graphic DesignerWeb Designer

Overview:Our client is seeking a highly creative and skilled graphic designer/web designer to join their instructional design and publications team. The graphic designer/web designer will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing visually compelling graphics, web layouts, and materials that align with the program’s mission and strategies. This position requires a strong understanding of design principles, user experience, and creating engaging visuals that resonate with diverse audiences.Responsibilities for this role include:Collaborate with the marketing communications team to create visually appealing and effective marketing materials, including brochures, posters, infographics, web layouts, and social media graphics

Develop innovative and compelling visual concepts that align with marketing strategies and objectives

Ensure all designs adhere to brand guidelines and maintain a consistent visual identity across all materials

Optimize graphics and web layouts for various digital and print channels to enhance user experience

Coordinate with the knowledge management team as needed for publication of web content

Coordinate with UI/UX designer to ensure web content provides an engaging and user-friendly experience

Collaborate in the creation, maintenance, and improvement of web content

Make recommendations for improving web content accessibility

Ensure products conform to all production standards, copyright laws, accessibility compliance requirements, and public release protocols

Conduct technical quality checks

Manage an approved concept and build it in HTML/CSS so it complies with responsive design principles

Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in design, web development, and user experience to inform and improve design decisions

Security Clearance:

SecretLocation:

Crystal City, VA, with some remote work possible after onboardingTravel:

Some travel required (

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:Bachelor's degree in graphic design, web design, multimedia, or a related field

At least 3 years of professional experience as a graphic designer/web designer

Proficiency in graphic design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Sketch, or similar tools

Strong understanding of web design principles, user experience, and responsive design

Strong working knowledge of relevant MS applications, including Visio

Proven development of innovative and impactful solutions

Extensive experience supporting the development, preparation, production, coordination, and editing of a range of products

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate marketing objectives into visually compelling designs

Experience designing materials for diverse audiences, including individuals from different cultural backgrounds and age groups

Ability to use design elements to communicate complex information in a visually engaging and accessible way

Portfolio highlighting a diverse range of design projects, including graphics, web layouts, and marketing materials

Active Secret Clearance REQUIRED

Experience with U.S. Army a plus