ManTech
ManTech is hiring: Graphics Artist in Quantico
ManTech, Quantico, VA, United States
ManTech is seeking a Graphics Artist to support our Marine Corps Intelligence Activity contract on MCB Quantico.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Create, collaborate, and advise on a range routine-to-complex graphics, publication design and layout, infographics, forms, briefs, illustrations, posters, logos, photography, videos, and websites
Develop original content that clearly presents complex subject matter to various audiences
Create forms using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat
Able to successfully communicate, while maintaining high levels of professionalism to all possible clients to include peer contractors, military, and leadership
Use Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator to create and edit visual materials while following graphic design principles and elements, to include but not limited to, alignment, hierarchy, contrast, repetition, proximity, balance, color, negative space, line, shape, form, texture, space, imagery, typography, and color
Create routine-to-complex visuals, including charts, graphs, timelines, infographics, briefs, illustrations, publication design, cover design, brochures, posters, logos, etc.
Design and illustrate abstract ideas and concepts
Graphically depict intelligence-related subject matters
Produce products which express complex ideas clearly and effectively
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a clear understanding of graphic design principles
Examine how designs are viewed by their customer to ensure messages are communicated clearly and accurately
Create designs that are artistically interesting and appealing
Maintains contact with the customer about project progress and deadlines
Review products for quality control
Other duties as required
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years’ experience. A total of 8 years’ experience without a degree
Demonstrate advanced to expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat
Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint to create and edit briefing slides respectively
Ability to work on several products concurrently while managing competing deadlines
Openness to continuous learning and knowledge sharing with peers
Must keep all stakeholders (customers, peers, leads) informed of activities, to include impediments, bottlenecks, dependencies, and other activities that might affect due dates and milestones
Communicate with analysts and/or customers to establish the objective, design, and requirements of the project
Maintains contact with the customer about project progress and deadlines
Test and review products for quality control
Ability to work independently, as well as in a project team environment
Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of Adobe Premier, Aftereffects, and web development preferred
Experience with Photography and Videography is preferred
Knowledge of Aftereffects, Premier, HTML, CSS, and JAVASCIPT are beneficial
Ability to hand draw concepts and ideas in a collaborative environment
Create forms using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Acrobat
Create content that includes routine-to-complex graphics, publication design and layout, infographics, forms, briefs, illustrations, posters, logos, photography, videos, and websites
Clearance Requirements :
This role requires an active DoD TS/SCI clearance
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%