Overview

Digital Venture is seeking a Strategic Communications Graphic Designer to support communications and public affairs initiatives for a federal client. This role focuses on producing high-quality visual communication products including reports, guides, presentations, social media graphics, and digital publications.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in typography, layout design, and Adobe Creative Suite, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment where multiple projects must be completed on deadline.

This position requires collaboration with communications professionals, editors, and leadership teams to translate complex information into clear and engaging visual formats.

Key Responsibilities

Design Production

Produce professional visual communications for print and digital platforms
Develop layouts for reports, guides, publications, and communication materials
Execute projects using established templates and brand standards
Prepare final production files for print and digital distribution

Digital and Social Media Design

Create graphics and visual assets for social media and digital platforms
Adapt designs for multiple formats and platform specifications
Support communications campaigns with visual storytelling

Photography and Image Editing

Capture photography for communications events and activities when needed
Edit and prepare images using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
Maintain consistent image quality and color standards

Collaboration and Workflow

Work closely with communications staff and subject matter experts
Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback
Maintain organized files and follow established workflows
Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines

Accessibility and Compliance

Ensure digital materials meet Section 508 accessibility standards
Apply accessibility best practices including contrast, alt text, and document structure

Required Skills and Qualifications

Design Skills

Strong foundation in typography, layout design, and visual hierarchy
Ability to translate written content into clear visual communication
Experience designing for both print and digital formats

Software Proficiency

Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom

Workflow and Organization

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong attention to detail and file organization
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Communication

Clear communication with team members and stakeholders
Ability to incorporate feedback and revisions efficiently

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting government or public affairs communications
Familiarity with Adobe After Effects or motion graphics
Experience with PowerPoint or presentation design
Knowledge of federal accessibility standards

Requirements

Ability to work onsite at Fort Belvoir, VA
Portfolio demonstrating layout design and publication work
Ability to collaborate within a professional communications team

To Apply

Please include the following in your application:

The statement "I am able to work onsite."
A link to your design portfolio.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.05 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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