Graphic Designer / Developer

$78,000 - $141,000/Yr

Leidos - Reston, VA

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Reston, VA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The National Security Sector at Leidos is seeking a Graphic Designer / Developer to support a U.S. federal government intelligence agency. This role is pivotal in enhancing and conveying analytic thoughts and assessments through graphic design. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with analysts to understand their requirements and utilize their graphic design skills to create compelling visual narratives. The position is contingent upon contract award, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and responsiveness to the evolving needs of the intelligence community. In this role, you will leverage technology to design and develop a diverse array of intelligence products. This includes integrating graphics with text, audio, and video to produce interactive and multimedia high-visibility finished intelligence products. You will also be responsible for producing dynamic content that adheres to the Intelligence Community (IC) published standards, which may include podcasts and audio segments. Your work will play a crucial role in ensuring that the intelligence community has access to clear and effective visual communication tools that support their mission. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for geographic information systems and a talent for transforming complex information into engaging visual stories. This position requires a proactive approach, as you will need to work independently and with minimal oversight, demonstrating your ability to synthesize multiple sources of information into logical and concise graphics. Strong communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal, are essential, as you will be tasked with conveying complex issues clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with analysts to understand their requirements for graphic design projects.
  • Design and develop a wide range of intelligence products integrating graphics with text, audio, and video.
  • Produce dynamic content in accordance with Intelligence Community (IC) published standards, including podcasts and audio segments.
  • Utilize professional graphics and design software to create high-quality visual products.
  • Work independently and manage multiple projects with minimal oversight.
  • Evaluate and synthesize multiple sources of information to produce timely and logical graphics.
  • Communicate complex issues clearly and concisely, both verbally and non-verbally.

Requirements

  • Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph.
  • Minimum eight years of experience in graphic design, with at least a portion of the experience within the last two years.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in professional graphics and design software including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere, and Flash), Apple Final Cut Pro X, and Microsoft 365.
  • Knowledgeable of and able to apply IC and DoD classification guidelines and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal oversight.
  • Strong logical reasoning skills for evaluating and synthesizing information.
  • Ability to produce timely, logical, and concise graphics.
  • Excellent communication skills with strong grammar, capable of conveying complex issues clearly.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, d3.js, leaflet.js, Angular, or Typescript.
  • Experience in cartography and geographic information systems.
  • In-depth knowledge of the intelligence production cycle and related technologies.
  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field from an accredited institution.
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