Graphic Designer

Agile Defense; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense is seeking a senior Graphic Designer to join our fast-paced Washington, D.C. team. You will develop original artwork, visual aids, and typographic layouts for print media, digital displays, and web assets while guiding production from concept to completion.

The role requires a degree in graphic design, 7+ years of experience, expert Adobe Creative Cloud skills, and a strong portfolio. Onsite work five days a week, with responsibility for cross‑channel publications and compliance

Qualifications

• Degree in graphic design or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in graphic design.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud and print production.

Responsibilities

• Create original artwork and typographic layouts for print and digital media.
• Provide creative consultation for publications and marketing collateral.
• Prepare print-ready files and verify image resolution, bleeds, fonts.
• Develop publications such as annual reports, brochures, posters, and presentations.
• Manage projects from concept to completion under tight deadlines.
• Ensure 508-compliant web file production and QA checks.

Skills

Graphic design

Communication

Project management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Acrobat

MS Office

PowerPoint

Mac proficiency

Job description

Job Title

Graphic Designer

Location

Washington, D.C.

Job Description

We are looking for a Graphic Designer to join a fast‑paced team. The employee shall provide computer‑generated graphics and creative consultation in order to develop original artwork, visual aids, and typographic layout for print media, digital display, websites, social media, digital displays (e.g., TV monitors), and printed products. The products may be delivered to the customer in various formats such as jpg, PDF, etc.

The contractor shall also provide creative consultation and production services to develop various publications including annual reports, multi‑color brochures, graphic illustrations, posters, PowerPoint presentations, charts, program booklets, conference and marketing collateral, courtroom exhibits, special events, educational programs, standard forms, award certificates, mail‑merge documents, and other graphic art‑related print and web products.

Education and Background

• Degree in graphic design or related field.
• Pre‑press and post‑print production services: preparing print‑ready files, verifying images, resolution, bleeds, font conflicts, and file cleanup.
• Use of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, MS Office Suite, and related hardware/software.

Years of Experience

7+ years

Required Skills

• Expert knowledge of industry‑standard publishing applications: Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat Professional).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Flash, PowerPoint.
• Digital portfolio required.
• Highly skilled on Mac platform.

Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced expertise in graphic design practices and industry‑standard software.
• Basic proofreading skills.
• Understanding of printing parameters and production processes.
• Ability to create innovative designs for print, web, and presentations.
• Capacity to produce visual representations of complex concepts.
• Advisory skills on formats, media, reproduction methods.
• Production of a wide range of visual communications from conception to completion.
• 508‑compliant web file production.
• Prepares design files for print and web production and conducts quality assurance checks.
• Manages creative projects from concept to completion, translating marketing objectives into creative strategies.
• Multitasking under tight deadlines; ability to work beyond normal hours and holidays when needed.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Aesthetic Direction

• Contemporary, modern style; minimal 2D drop shadows, embossing, or dated lettering.
• Emphasis on photo‑manipulation over vector graphics.
• Clean, academic, prestigious tone.
• Effective use of negative space.
• Portfolio must demonstrate range across long‑form print/report design and digital assets such as social media graphics and digital banners.

Bonus Skills

• Photo editing (subject isolation, cleanup, export).
• Experience with AI‑generated imagery.

Working Conditions

Onsite in Washington, D.C., five times a week during regular business hours.

Compensation

$90,000 - $95,000 per year.

Benefits

Health, Life, and Disability Insurance; Paid Time Off; Holiday Pay; Short‑term & long‑term Disability; Retirement; Learning and Development opportunities; and other optional benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agile Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.