Graphic Designer - Federal/Healthcare (Onsite DC)

Akoya; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

11 federal holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Akoya, a woman-owned small business, seeks a skilled Graphic Designer (Full-time) to support various agencies in the DC area. The role emphasizes creating high-design materials like reports, brochures, posters, and event displays, while maintaining brand standards and client service under tight deadlines.

The position requires at least five years of professional experience, a relevant bachelor’s degree, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a federal security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field required.
• Minimum of five years professional experience.
• U.S. citizenship and fluency in English.
• Ability to obtain a federal security clearance (public trust).
• Onsite role based in the DC metro area.
• Experience in healthcare communications or regulated environments.
• Strong mastery of Adobe Creative Suite with pre-press knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Create client deliverables: PPT design/formatting, MS Word formatting, InDesign, animation, illustration, social media design.
• Design and develop materials (reports, brochures, posters, event materials, graphics, logos, branding).
• Provide exceptional client service and stay calm under pressure as client needs change.
• Assist as a flexible team member to deliver quality results for Akoya.
• Attend client meetings and translate complex technical information into high-design graphics.
• Manage heavy production loads with tight deadlines while upholding client graphic standards.
• Create and manage project timelines with milestones and deadlines to meet contract requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communications, or a related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Akoya, a woman-owned small business, seeks a skilled Graphic Designer (Full-time) to support various agencies in the DC area. The role emphasizes creating high-design materials like reports, brochures, posters, and event displays, while maintaining brand standards and client service under tight deadlines.

The position requires at least five years of professional experience, a relevant bachelor’s degree, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a federal security clearance.