Lead Desktop Publisher (Secret Clearance) Job at Inflow-ns in Alexandria

NOTE: Currently this position is onsite with a few days a week remote.  

What company will I be working for? You will be working for Inflow, a Woman-Owned Small Business national security services firm, providing cutting-edge services across DoD and other agencies. At Inflow, we believe in making it matter for every employee, every customer, and every mission we support. That means that we put employees first, providing both innovative benefits and great technology. Check out https://inflow-ns.com/inflowees to learn more about what it’s like to be an Inflowee. 

What level Clearance do I need? You must possess an active Secret clearance.

Who will I be working with?  In support of Inflow's contract with the Government, you will be working alongside Government civilians and other Government contractors, and with our team of other awesome Inflowees. You will be supporting the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) for the Department of Defense (DOD).

What will I be doing? Leading and managing a team of professional Desktop Publishers and Public Affairs Specialists working to provide professional desktop publishing services for the creation of OIG publications, reports, and other communications materials (such as posters, flyers, brochures, fact sheets, exhibit displays, photographs, and website content) for print and electronic publication. You will be communicating with the team and customer on status of projects, ensuring deliverables are met by the team, improving team productivity and processes.

In addition, you will:

• Under tight deadlines, prepare, maintain, and update reports or documents following a standardized Government process, template, and style guide
• Use Government provided tools for desktop publishing activities (Microsoft Word, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft PowerPoint)
• Provide excellent editing services with the ability to catching spelling mistakes, punctuation errors, formatting issues, graphic alignment and formatting issues
• Take large amounts of text and graphics from Microsoft Word documents and convert content to the proper format in Adobe InDesign, following the Government's approved style guide
• Prepare, edit, and arrange content for print or electronic publications, ensuring 508 compliancy
• Prepare, maintain, and update templates for documents and presentation charts
• Perform document file conversions to enable electronic publishing
• Conceptualize designs to create and edit a variety of communications materials such as logos, posters, banners, flyers, brochures, and other media as requested
• Assist with developing and maintaining publications style guides, templates, instructions, and instruction manuals
• Manage report and creative projects using database management systems and/or programs as required by the Government for tracking purposes
• Work with team of Desktop Publishers and and Public Affairs Specialists to ensure quality products each time, without error
• Provide status updates on deliverables and timelines
• Manage projects from concept through completion for report publications
• Create and maintain templates in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Adobe InDesign
• Handle confidential and classified information, ensuring information is not distributed or communicated outside of approved individuals/systems
• Oversee workload management and distribution for the team
• Track and report project progress and team performance metrics
• Coordinate and schedule onsite SIPR report tasks and manage team members assigned to these reports
• Other duties as assigned

What experience, training, and education do I need?

You must meet the minimum requirements:

• 4+ years of experience or 8 years of experience without a degree
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent grammar and editing skills
• Strong focus and attention to detail
• Active Secret clearance

The following is preferred:

• BS / BA Degree highly desired
• Understanding of 508 standards and principles

Where is the client site that I would be working for? You will be working in Alexandria, VA. Address disclosed after your clearance is verified. Currently this position is remote, but you must be able to go onsite as needed. 

Inflow is an EEO/Affirmative action employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

By submitting your application for a position at Inflow, you acknowledge and consent to our participation in the E-Verify program. If selected for hire, you will be required to provide specific documentation to establish your identity and eligibility to work in the United States, as required by federal law.