Graphic Designer, Mid at Castalia Systems

Job description

Job Type: Full- Time Workplace Type: Onsite Clearance: TS/SCI with CI poly Must be a U.S. Citizen Job Summary Castalia Systems is seeking a Mid-Level Graphic Designer with expertise in design principles, an exceptional eye for detail, and a passion for producing creative and impactful visual materials that support the client’s mission and enhance brand identity. This position will be located within the National Capital Region (NCR) Roles and Responsibilities A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to: • Apply graphic design skills to create a wide range of deliverables, including FINTEL, logos, publications, presentations, multimedia products, and potentially videos, while ensuring compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards. • Leverage design principles such as typography, hierarchy, and visual balance to craft visually appealing assets that align with organizational branding and messaging, ensuring consistency across all materials. • Manage multiple work assignments by applying accuracy, time management, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. • Work collaboratively within a team of designers, engage with senior designers for feedback, and collaborate with stakeholders to conceptualize project requirements and deliver solutions that effectively communicate government or defense-sector priorities. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in a related field. • 8+ years of experience in graphic design across print, digital, and multimedia products • Experience with Section 508 compliance for designing and developing accessible products • Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, Microsoft Office suite, including PowerPoint and Word, and design tools such as Premiere Pro, XD, After Effects, and MAPublisher • Experience facilitating client-facing discussions to interpret workforce messaging, display data visually, and conceptualize analytic ideas • Experience working within the government or defense sectors • Knowledge of DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) processes and requirements • Ability to provide a portfolio showcasing a broad range of design work, including visual solutions for complex challenges • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliver design outcomes that align with mission-focused goals Desired Qualifications • Experience supporting intelligence analysts and senior-level or executive staff with tailored graphic design solutions • Ability to set expectations, define project timelines, and deliver quality products with minimal supervision or oversight • Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment Physical Requirements/Work Environment • Normal office environment. Travel • Less than 5%. Company Description Castalia Systems is a proven business partner providing mission critical solutions to the Federal Government. We provide cutting edge solutions from Securing and Managing Data to Systems Engineering and Development. Castalia Systems is a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence Design and Application. With our vast knowledge of our customers’ needs and relevant technology, our team is able to bring successful solutions to every mission. We are one-upping our competitors by providing premium IT solutions and platforms with cutting-edge technology so it’s so evident when you compare us with anyone. Compensation At Castalia Systems, we provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well-being. Our benefits include: Medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, generous PTO, paid holidays, professional training opportunities, and even pet insurance to ensure your furry friends are cared for too. All regularly scheduled employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible to participate in Castalia Systems’ benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. Salary at Castalia Systems is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, position knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $76,000.00 to $83,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Castalia Systems’ total compensation package for employees. Disclaimer Castalia Systems is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, HIV-positive status, as well as any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of the company are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct.

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Must-haves

Job Type: Full- Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Clearance: TS/SCI with CI poly
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Roles and Responsibilities
A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:
Leverage design principles such as typography, hierarchy, and visual balance to craft visually appealing assets that align with organizational branding and messaging, ensuring consistency across all materials.
Manage multiple work assignments by applying accuracy, time management, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
8+ years of experience in graphic design across print, digital, and multimedia products
Experience with Section 508 compliance for designing and developing accessible products
Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, Microsoft Office suite, including PowerPoint and Word, and design tools such as Premiere Pro, XD, After Effects, and MAPublisher
Experience facilitating client-facing discussions to interpret workforce messaging, display data visually, and conceptualize analytic ideas
Experience working within the government or defense sectors
Knowledge of DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) processes and requirements
Ability to provide a portfolio showcasing a broad range of design work, including visual solutions for complex challenges
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliver design outcomes that align with mission-focused goals

Nice-to-haves

Experience supporting intelligence analysts and senior-level or executive staff with tailored graphic design solutions
Ability to set expectations, define project timelines, and deliver quality products with minimal supervision or oversight
Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Normal office environment.
Less than 5%.
Company Description

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