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Lukos

Graphic Designer

Lukos, Coronado, California, United States, 92118


Position:Graphic Designer

Location:

Coronado, CA

Job Id:1915-M099 - 24(-NM-965

# of Openings:1

Graphic Designer

Minimum Qualifications Summary

Certification & Education

High school education requiredBachelor degree preferredSECRET Clearance

Experience Required

Combine creativity, functionality, and technology to produce eye catching and informative digital content.Possess organizational and technical skills and in-depth knowledge of design software programs.Excellent working knowledge of social media metrics and analytics tools.Proven ability in writing strong executive voice social media copy and developing assets that resonate widely.Ability to work with and report to senior military leadership.Possession of excellent teamwork, organizational, and technical skills.Possession of excellent oral and written communications skills.Possess an excellent work ethic.Pay strong attention to detail and be highly accurate in performing all tasks.Ability to work in a team and to switch rapidly between different projects in a fast-paced environment.Perform duties independently, with minimal oversight.Be able to write correspondence in a military format, when necessary

Job ObjectiveDesign, develop, produce, and consult on a variety of internal and external communication materials and media that support NSWC's communication strategy. We're looking for a communication professional to creatively interpret military concepts, strategy, and doctrine into multimedia products (graphics, video, digital imagery, trifold pamphlets, infographics, and social media posts) that will deliver an informative and compelling user experience across multiple media types. The contractor shall serve as the primary graphic designer for producing the artwork needed for Public Affairs and Commander's Action Group products.

Responsibilities

Graphic ServicesWhen assigned, prepare, and develop electronic graphics for use in briefs, publications, multimedia products, social media products or other projects as specified by the NSWC Public Affairs Officer. Each graphic design assignment will have its own unique deadline based on command and public affairs priorities.Utilize appropriate design software programs, including Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Muse, Premier Pro, After Effects, InDesign and any new versions or upgrades that come available during the period of performance. Provide multi-media and graphic design support for NSWC Public Affairs tasks using aforementioned software. Each graphic design assignment will have its own unique deadline based on command and public affairs priorities.Maintain knowledge in the graphic design domain and have a strong technical aptitude to learn new and evolving multimedia production tools, methodology, technologies, and resources.

Communications Services

Create communication products to inform NSW's internal and external audiences. Standards shall be consistent with copyright laws, DOD, Navy, SOCOM, NSWC, AP Style and industry standards to the maximum extent practical, or meet the requirements specified by the NSWC Public Affairs Officer. Products may include brochures, posters, flyers, business cards, photo editing, printing/finishing of products, graphic design, and website/social media visuals. The majority of work is computer-generated. Each graphic design will have its own unique deadline based on command and public affairs priorities.In coordination with the NSWC Public Affairs Planner and the NSWC long range public affairs calendar and after specific events/themes (Hispanic Heritage Month, SEAL Team Anniversary, NSW Medal of Honor Award Anniversary) are determined, contractor will research and collect relevant content, including submitted and/or publicly released articles, visual information, and graphics. This content will be found on Navy.mil, DVIDS, or will be submitted by lower echelon commands. Content will be used to create layout designs to be included in briefs, NSW's public facing website, and social media. Each graphic design will have its own unique deadline based on command and public affairs priorities.

Visual Media Services

When necessary, use a government provided DSLR camera to take photos that support graphic design projects. Imagery will be edited using government provided Adobe editing software.Perform photographer duties for studio appointments to take official Government photographs and other official command activities and/or events using DSLR camera and studio lighting. Imagery will be edited using government provided Adobe editing software, archived, and provided to customer via print out or email (per customer request) by the next business day.Provide color correction and processing of imagery that meets or exceeds the highest ethical standards followed by the DoD and the news industry as set forth in Chapter 8 of the DoD Visual Information Style Guide and DoD Instruction 5040.02.

Education & Certification

High school education requiredBachelor degree preferredSECRET Clearance

Work LocationCoronado, CA

About LukosLukos delivers professional services to the Department of Defense. Lukos has been one of the most successful and most diversified support companies for US Special Operations Command and its components for over a decade. Since our founding, we have grown to support all military services and multiple federal civilian agencies.About Our Name: Lukos is ancient Greek for "wolf". The characteristics of the wolf match our approach to national security. The wolf is known for cunning, aggression, patience, and teamwork. An individual wolf is smart, strong, and resilient, but the true strength of wolves is their ability to work together as a wolfpack. Kipling said it best in The Law of the Jungle."For the strength of the pack is the wolf, and the strength of the wolf is the pack."

At Lukos we take care of our pack by offering full time employees competitive benefits to include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off and Federal holidays.

Lukos is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or national origin.

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