Visual Information Specialist (Graphic Designer)

U.S. Department of Defense; Spangdahlem; Vor Ort; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The U.S. Department of Defense seeks a talented graphic designer for its Marketing Department at Spangdahlem AB, Germany. This full-time position involves creating visual materials to promote Squadron programs and events. Candidates must be proficient in graphic design software and possess strong customer service skills. A portfolio is required along with a background check.

Qualifikationen

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Knowledge in designing advertisements, brochures, and promotional materials.
• Experience in customer service and fast-paced environments.

Aufgaben

• Designs and executes marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, and posters.
• Responsible for coordinating the production of monthly magazine.
• Maintains publicity on various media platforms.

Kenntnisse

Graphic Design

Customer Service

Proofreading

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

MAC software

Jobbeschreibung

This position is located at 52 FSS Marketing Department, Spangdahlem AB, Germany.

This is a Regular Full-Time position in which the incumbent may work between 35 - 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Subject to irregular tour of duty to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligibility is lost if selected for this position.
Duties

Using graphics design software, commercial printers and other production hardware and software available, designs and executes computer generated visual materials such as visual aids, illustrations, graphs, charts, menus, posters, flyers, logos, pamphlets, brochures, signs, magazines, base and other maps, and other graphic support required in the effective marketing and publicizing of Squadron programs and facilities.

Responsible for coordinating the production of monthly magazine and any base newspaper supplements. Creates marketing and publicity materials for special events and those of a seasonal nature. Researches sources to ensure all products are suitable for the information and events advertised, checks publicity for accuracy and appropriateness. Makes suggestions so that the best form of visual material is used to publicize all service activities. Researches and recommends sources of equipment, materials and supplies needed to accomplish various work orders to manager.

Responsible for creating and placing print ads, web ads, banners, posters, and other promotional material to advertise the events for all activities. Maintains publicity items on installation monitors/television, marquees, computer, and online social and internet-based media as required. Works closely with Activity Managers and visits each Services activity periodically to design, evaluate, and implement new publicity media and products to further publicize activity programs. Obtains and consolidates data from each activity. Performs other duties as assigned.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12727911

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 07/25/2025

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany. Recruitment limited only to the local commuting area of Spangdahlem.

Legal U.S. residents must possess a social security number or green card and must be:
- A US citizen,
or- A citizen of NATO country,
other than the host country (Germany),and married to an active duty U.S. military member.

In accordance with the NATO Status of Forces Agreement with Germany, citizens of the host country and non-NATO countries are not eligible for US NAF Employment.

These individuals may be eligible for employment under the Local National (LN) program; you may contact the LN Team at 06565-61-6080 or DSN 452-6080 for more information on eligibility requirements. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Must be proficient in visual composition and layout with experience of graphic design software to include Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office programs (MS word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint) in visual composition and layout.

Must have experience or knowledge in designing advertisements, posters, brochures and other promotional material.

Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and proofreading skills.

Proficient and versatile in using MAC computer software.

Work independently in a fast-paced environment that is deadline oriented. Prioritize and manage multiple task.

Customer service skills.

Graphic Design Portfolio must be uploaded with application.