Journeyman Graphic Design & Multimedia Specialist

AVIAN; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Growth Opportunities

Purpose-Driven Work

Flexible Leave Benefits

Job summary

AVIAN seeks a Journeyman Graphic Design & Multimedia Specialist to support a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Office. You will create high‑quality visual products—multimedia, graphics, wall displays, motion graphics, and video—translating complex messages for internal and external stakeholders.

The role emphasizes strong visual design, multimedia workflows, and occasional public affairs writing, with on-site work at NAS Patuxent River. U.S. citizenship and DoD clearance are required.

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design, Multimedia Production, Communication, Visual Arts, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.).
• Experience producing multimedia and visual communication products within a technical, defense, government, or corporate environment is preferred.
• Portfolio showcasing professional graphic design and multimedia work is strongly recommended.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and production of multimedia and visual communication products, including infographics, illustrations, briefs, branding materials, wall displays, printed and digital collateral, motion graphics, and video content, using Adobe Creative Suite and other industry-standard tools.
• Produce high‑quality video and multimedia deliverables, including scripting support, storyboarding, filming coordination, editing, audio/visual enhancements, and final output optimization for various platforms.
• Create and maintain cohesive visual branding for initiatives, events, campaigns, and senior leadership requirements.
• Support the development of presentation materials, executive‑level visuals, and communication assets for internal and external audiences.
• Provide secondary/supporting assistance for writing tasks, such as captions, short articles, key messages, talking points, social media content, or other communication products, following AP Style and government guidelines.
• Assist in public affairs and public relations support when required, including event support, multimedia support for leadership engagements, protocol activities, and coordination with Public Affairs Offices.
• Manage multiple design and multimedia projects simultaneously while ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with communication, technical, and program teams to translate complex subject matter into clear, compelling visual products.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Graphic design

Multimedia production

Visual storytelling

Public affairs writing

Education

BS/BA in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Job description

Join a Company Where You Can Make a Real Impact - and Own a Piece of the Future

Are you energized by the idea of helping a company grow smarter, serve our customers better, and connect more deeply? Do you thrive in an environment where your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your work drives real results? If so, we’d love to meet you. We’re a mid-sized, employee-owned company on a mission to create meaningful value for both our employees and our customers. That means we’re not just looking for someone to fill a seat — we’re looking for someone who wants to build, innovate, and evolve with us. Our company primarily serves the Navy and other Department of Defense clients, offering a dynamic environment where your expertise will make a difference.

About The Role

AVIAN is seeking a Journeyman Graphic Design & Multimedia Specialist to support a Naval Air Systems Command’s (NAVAIR) Program Office. In this role, you will create high‑quality visual products—including multimedia, graphic design, wall displays, motion graphics, and video production—that communicate complex messages clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong visual design capabilities, a deep understanding of multimedia workflows, and the ability to translate strategic communication needs into impactful visual products. While the primary focus of this role is visual and multimedia production, the position also provides supporting communication and public affairs writing as needed. You will be part of AVIAN’s creative cadre of designers, multimedia specialists, writers, and communication professionals. The team embraces peer collaboration, constructive critique, and continuous professional development. This position predominantly operates on‑site at NAS Patuxent River.

Responsibilities

• Design and production of multimedia and visual communication products, including infographics, illustrations, briefs, branding materials, wall displays, printed and digital collateral, motion graphics, and video content, using Adobe Creative Suite and other industry-standard tools.
• Produce high‑quality video and multimedia deliverables, including scripting support, storyboarding, filming coordination, editing, audio/visual enhancements, and final output optimization for various platforms.
• Create and maintain cohesive visual branding for initiatives, events, campaigns, and senior leadership requirements.
• Support the development of presentation materials, executive‑level visuals, and communication assets for internal and external audiences.
• Provide secondary/supporting assistance for writing tasks, such as captions, short articles, key messages, talking points, social media content, or other communication products, following AP Style and government guidelines.
• Assist in public affairs and public relations support when required, including event support, multimedia support for leadership engagements, protocol activities, and coordination with Public Affairs Offices.
• Manage multiple design and multimedia projects simultaneously while ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with communication, technical, and program teams to translate complex subject matter into clear, compelling visual products.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• BS or BA degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Design, Multimedia Production, Communication, Visual Arts, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.).
• Experience producing multimedia and visual communication products within a technical, defense, government, or corporate environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Portfolio showcasing professional graphic design and multimedia work is strongly recommended.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
• Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Salary range $70,000 - $90,000 (The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.)

About Being a Part Of Team AVIAN

As an employee-owner, you’ll be a catalyst for progress — helping us find new opportunities with current or new customers, company efficiencies, streamline processes, and bring people and ideas together in smarter ways. Whether it’s helping us optimize workflows, enhancing the employee experience, or delivering more impactful solutions to our customers, your inputs will have reach and relevance across the organization. Taking care of each other is a cornerstone of our AVIAN philosophy. Being part of the AVIAN team means being part of a team that takes pride in being expansive in our community because our impact doesn’t stop in the workplace. We actively engage in community initiatives, empowering our employees to make a meaningful difference.

You’ll Succeed Here If You ...

• See opportunities where others see routine
• Are curious, collaborative, and passionate about making things better
• Enjoy connecting dots across teams, tools, and tasks
• Believe in doing the right thing the right way — even when no one’s watching
• Play an active role in our growth, using your ideas and initiative to shape how we work, serve, and succeed together
• Embrace a “one team” mindset knowing we are stronger together through trust, transparency and teamwork.
• Understand the power of ownership — and are excited to be part of an employee-owned culture

Why Join Us?

• Employee Ownership We’re not just building a company — we’re building a legacy. As an employee-owner, you’ll share in our success and have a direct stake in our future.
• Real Growth We’re expanding, evolving, and exploring new ways to serve. Your contributions will shape our direction and help us grow stronger.
• Purpose-Driven Work Every improvement you help make is one that adds value — not just for us, but for the people and missions we support.
• Culture of Collaboration We’re big enough to take on meaningful challenges, but small enough that everyone still knows your name.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, our health and wellness benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with telemedicine services and a TRICARE supplement for veterans.
• Flexible Leave Benefits we prioritize a balanced, supportive environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally and offer flexible and paid time off, 11 paid holidays, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave.

AVIAN is a service-based organization. As an equal opportunity employer, our policy of business is to seek the most qualified candidate for each talent opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, religious belief, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual preference, physical or mental handicap, lawful political affiliation or veteran’s status.