Graphic Design and Layout

Designer Jobs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Designer Jobs in Washington, DC is seeking a Graphic Design and Layout Associate for a contract role onsite to support the Brand Services Team in delivering high-volume print and digital communications.

You will adapt approved templates, resize images, create branded materials, prepare production-ready files, and ensure brand and editorial standards while coordinating with internal clients, creatives, and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in graphic design, production design, or layout.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat.
• Strong typography, layout, and production process knowledge.
• Experience with brand standards and template-based workflows.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and edit approved print and digital templates using established layouts and brand standards.
• Implement copy updates, resize or replace images, and adjust layouts as needed.
• Create branded materials including advertisements, brochures, reports, banners, and signage.
• Prepare production-ready files for internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Apply brand, visual, and editorial standards across projects.
• Review deliverables for accuracy, formatting, image quality, and presentation.
• Coordinate with internal clients and Creative Services to resolve content questions.
• Manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines and service levels.
• Support high-volume production needs across programs and initiatives.
• Assist with Creative Services digital platforms and asset management tools.
• Complete other related graphic design and production support duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract role in Washington, DC (onsite) supporting the Brand Services Team. The Graphic Design and Layout Associate helps deliver high-volume print and digital communications by adapting templates, updating layouts, and preparing production-ready files that align with brand and editorial standards.

What you’ll do

• Adapt and edit approved print and digital templates using established layouts and brand standards.
• Implement copy updates, resize or replace images, and adjust layouts as needed.
• Create and refresh branded materials including advertisements, brochures, reports, digital banners, promotional items, signage, templates, and related communications.
• Prepare accurate, production-ready files for internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Apply established brand, visual, and editorial standards across assigned projects.
• Review deliverables for accuracy, consistency, formatting, image quality, and overall presentation prior to delivery.
• Coordinate with internal clients and Creative Services team members to clarify requirements and resolve content or layout questions.
• Manage multiple assignments at once and meet established deadlines and service-level expectations.
• Support high-volume production needs across programs and initiatives.
• Assist with Creative Services digital platforms and internal creative resources, including asset portals, self-service tools, brand catalogs, and related tools.
• Complete other related graphic design and production support duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communications, communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in graphic design, production design, layout, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, plus Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong foundation in graphic design fundamentals, including layout, typography, image selection, and production processes.
• Experience working within brand standards and template-based workflows.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with creative team members and internal clients, and also work independently.
• Microsoft Office and digital asset management experience is a plus.

Tools you’ll use

• Adobe Creative Cloud: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat
• Microsoft Office