Federal Graphic Designer: Infographics & Accessible Visuals

Aptive; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptive is seeking a Graphic Designer to develop visually compelling materials for federal clients, including infographics, presentations, and publications across print, digital, web, and social channels.

The role requires translating technical content into accessible, brand-consistent visuals and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines. Remote/hybrid/onsite work arrangements may be required depending on contracts; security clearances may apply.

Qualifications

• 4 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communications, or a related field.
• Portfolio of work samples required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud/Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or equivalent.
• Understanding of Section 508 accessibility guidelines and standards.
• Demonstrated experience translating complex information into clear, visually engaging content for a variety of audiences.
• Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects and meeting tight deadlines.
• Experience supporting complex projects within the federal government.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance (or higher clearance level, as required by the specific contract).
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce a wide range of visual communications products — including infographics, presentations, publications, brochures, fact sheets, posters, social media graphics, digital signage, and other outreach materials — for print, digital, web, and social media channels.
• Translate complex, technical, or sensitive information into clear, visually appealing content that is easy for diverse audiences to understand and use.
• Apply Adobe Creative Cloud (e.g., InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or equivalent industry-standard software to develop, refine, and produce visual designs.
• Collaborate with communications, program, and technical staff to gather requirements, take creative direction, and translate key messages into finished design products.
• Maintain visual and brand consistency across all deliverables, following client branding guidelines and style standards.
• Ensure all designed products meet Section 508 accessibility requirements, and remediate compliance issues as needed.
• Plan, generate, and deliver client-ready materials for stakeholders, including client leadership, while managing multiple concurrent projects and competing deadlines.
• Incorporate feedback from clients and stakeholders to revise and finalize design deliverables within established timelines.
• Support additional creative and visually related duties as assigned, which may include event and exhibit materials, video or motion graphics, and photo/digital asset library management.

Skills

Graphic design

Portfolio

Adobe Creative Cloud

Print & digital

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Aptive is seeking a Graphic Designer to develop visually compelling materials for federal clients, including infographics, presentations, and publications across print, digital, web, and social channels.

The role requires translating technical content into accessible, brand-consistent visuals and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines. Remote/hybrid/onsite work arrangements may be required depending on contracts; security clearances may apply.