Entry-Level Graphic Designer

Critical Response Group; Hamilton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Critical Response Group is seeking an Entry-Level Graphic Designer / Digital Cartographer to craft visual planning tools for first responders. You will combine aerial imagery, architectural plans, and critical site features into clear visual maps using Adobe Creative Cloud and GIS workflows.

The role begins with a four-week, full-time training period, after which performance will determine conversion to a permanent full-time position.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and team relations skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• High standards of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret data, graphic representations, and symbols.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Photoshop & Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Create cutting-edge visual planning and communication tools for first responders.
• Build and design maps using graphic design software and geospatial tools.
• Collaborate with CRG team to develop state-of-the-art graphics.

Skills

Graphic design

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Communication

Attention to detail

Data interpretation

GIS familiarity

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

GIS

Google Workspace

Job description

Critical Response Group (CRG) is a unique team of U.S. Special Operations Forces veterans, public safety professionals, and technical experts committed to enhancing public safety through best-in-class technology and training. Our solutions have been validated across thousands of real-world incidents under the most stressful conditions and are deployed nationwide and internationally to protect schools, businesses, hospitals, and other critical infrastructure.

Title: Entry-Level Graphic Designer

Role Summary: CRG is looking for a Graphic Designer / Digital Cartographer to help create cutting-edge visual planning and communication tools for first responders.

Our signature offering, Collaborative Response Graphics (CRG®), combines aerial imagery, architectural plans, and critical site features into a clear, easy-to-read visual map that first responders rely on when reacting to crises at schools, businesses, and vital infrastructure. As a Digital Cartographer, you'll use graphic design software and geospatial tools to build and design these state-of-the-art maps.

Employment Structure: This position begins with a four-week, full-time training period. At the end of training, performance will be reassessed to determine conversion to an ongoing full-time role.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and team relations skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• High standards of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret data, graphic representations, and symbols
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Photoshop & Illustrator

Preferred

• Proficiency in Google Workspace
• Background in graphic design or multimedia
• Familiarity with geographic information systems (GIS)

Weekly Commitment: 40 hours per week

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,000 per year

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule: 8-hour shift

Work Location: Hybrid — Hamilton, NJ

Due to the sensitive nature of our products, applicants must be able to pass a basic background check.