Proposal and Marketing Graphic Designer at Kentro

Job description

Overview Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones. Kentro is hiring a Proposal & Marketing Graphic Designer to support the Business Development and Marketing/Communications departments by providing proposal graphic design support (development of proposal graphics using Kentro design standards in Adobe Illustrator and PowerPoint) and design support for Kentro's brand, campaigns, events, digital channels, and internal communications. Location: This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours. Compensation Range: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $80,000–$100,000 annually and reflects Kentro’s good-faith expectations at the time of posting. Final compensation is determined based on the role’s requirements, relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, work location, applicable security clearance requirements, market conditions, internal equity, and contract requirements. This Job Description reflects the primary duties of the role; however, it is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Team members may be asked to take on additional responsibilities in alignment with customer expectations, business needs, and Kentro’s culture of collaboration and adaptability. Responsibilities • Work collaboratively with technical and business subject matter experts, authors, and capture managers to conceptualize processes and ideas to develop visually appealing proposal graphics • Develop graphics consistent with Kentro branding standards (fonts, colors, design choices), and compliant with RFP requirements for font, sizing, etc. • Make suggestions for space-saving considerations, clarity of message, design options • Edit/update existing graphics in Illustrator, work with proposal managers or authors to validate contents • Perform quality reviews of graphics and ensure graphics version control within Adobe CC and proposal working files • Produce high-quality and consistent graphical content for oral presentations using a combination of Illustrator and PowerPoint • Attend kick-off meetings and maintain awareness of proposal schedule to keep pace with review cycles • Design marketing and communications materials across print and digital formats, including capability statements, one-pagers, brochures, white papers, case studies, award submissions, and the annual report • Create social media graphics, web graphics, email headers, and digital ad creative for LinkedIn, the Kentro website, the careers site, and account-based marketing campaigns • Design event and trade show materials, including booth displays, retractable banners, signage, presentation decks, and branded giveaways • Prepare print-ready files and coordinate with print and production vendors on proofs, specifications, and deadlines • Produce visual assets for podcast, webinar, and video content, including cover art, episode graphics, thumbnails, lower thirds, and simple motion graphics • Design internal communications materials, including presentations, employee event collateral, and recruiting and employer brand assets • Design executive presentations and thought leadership graphics for speaking engagements, articles, and LinkedIn content • Build and maintain branded templates, along with a shared library of icons, graphics, and approved imagery • Apply Kentro brand guidelines across all deliverables and partner with the MarComm team to evolve the visual identity • Manage proposal deadlines and MarComm requests through a shared intake and prioritization process with Growth and MarComm leadership Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field • 5-7 years of experience in graphic design work, specifically in a corporate/business environment • Experience in government contracting proposals/understanding of the RFP process • Demonstrated experience/ability to work efficiently and effectively with multiple deadlines and changing priorities • Ability to execute tasks with minimal supervision (i.e., working remotely) with strong self-motivation and communication skills • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Excellent computer and design skills, including a high level of proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, and Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint • Strong understanding of Word Template design and desktop publishing • Portfolio demonstrating both proposal graphics and marketing design work across print and digital formats • Experience designing for social media, web, email, events, and large-format print, including print-ready file preparation and vendor coordination • Experience applying and maintaining corporate brand guidelines across multiple channels and stakeholders   Preferred Qualifications:  • Working knowledge of motion graphics or video editing (After Effects, Premiere Pro, or DaVinci Resolve) preferred • Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility standards for digital documents and graphics preferred Clearance Requirement: • US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card) • Willing and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance or higher Benefits The Company We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence. We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification. Industry Recognition Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C. Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award Benefits We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy. Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements. As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness. We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. How to Apply To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue “Apply” button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email careers@kentro.us and request assistance. Accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us . #LI-JG1

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By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.
Location: This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours.
Work collaboratively with technical and business subject matter experts, authors, and capture managers to conceptualize processes and ideas to develop visually appealing proposal graphics
Develop graphics consistent with Kentro branding standards (fonts, colors, design choices), and compliant with RFP requirements for font, sizing, etc.
Make suggestions for space-saving considerations, clarity of message, design options
Edit/update existing graphics in Illustrator, work with proposal managers or authors to validate contents
Perform quality reviews of graphics and ensure graphics version control within Adobe CC and proposal working files
Produce high-quality and consistent graphical content for oral presentations using a combination of Illustrator and PowerPoint
Attend kick-off meetings and maintain awareness of proposal schedule to keep pace with review cycles
Design marketing and communications materials across print and digital formats, including capability statements, one-pagers, brochures, white papers, case studies, award submissions, and the annual report
Create social media graphics, web graphics, email headers, and digital ad creative for LinkedIn, the Kentro website, the careers site, and account-based marketing campaigns
Design event and trade show materials, including booth displays, retractable banners, signage, presentation decks, and branded giveaways
Prepare print-ready files and coordinate with print and production vendors on proofs, specifications, and deadlines
Produce visual assets for podcast, webinar, and video content, including cover art, episode graphics, thumbnails, lower thirds, and simple motion graphics
Design internal communications materials, including presentations, employee event collateral, and recruiting and employer brand assets
Design executive presentations and thought leadership graphics for speaking engagements, articles, and LinkedIn content
Build and maintain branded templates, along with a shared library of icons, graphics, and approved imagery
Apply Kentro brand guidelines across all deliverables and partner with the MarComm team to evolve the visual identity
Manage proposal deadlines and MarComm requests through a shared intake and prioritization process with Growth and MarComm leadership
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field
5-7 years of experience in graphic design work, specifically in a corporate/business environment
Experience in government contracting proposals/understanding of the RFP process

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Working knowledge of motion graphics or video editing (After Effects, Premiere Pro, or DaVinci Resolve) preferred
Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility standards for digital documents and graphics preferred

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