National Security Graphic Design Lead

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Holidays

Performance bonus

Parental Leave

401(k)

Life insurance

HSA

Flex Spending

Learning opportunities

Employee referrals

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Lead Graphic Designer / Visual Communications Lead to translate complex information into compelling visuals. You will guide creative direction, maintain brand consistency, and produce executive presentations, infographics, reports, and digital materials for government and internal audiences.

The role requires collaboration with communications, public affairs, and program management teams, presenting concepts to senior stakeholders and delivering high-quality products on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• 5+ years of professional graphic design or visual communications experience.
• Lead design or creative role with concept development and final delivery responsibility.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Translate complex information into visual communications and brand-aligned materials.
• Lead creative direction and ensure audience-appropriate products.
• Oversee design for presentations, infographics, reports, and digital content.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, communications teams, and project leadership.

Skills

Graphic design

Visual communications

Adobe Creative Cloud

Presentation design

Branding

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Family: Strategy & Transformation Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do

We are looking for a Lead Graphic Designer / Visual Communications Lead who will serve as the creative lead responsible for translating complex information, organizational priorities, and mission objectives into compelling, professional, and accessible visual communications. This individual will work closely with government stakeholders, communications teams, and project leadership to establish creative direction, maintain brand consistency, and develop high-quality visual products that effectively communicate with internal and external audiences. The Lead Graphic Designer will oversee the design and production of a broad range of communications materials, including executive presentations, infographics, reports, fact sheets, briefing materials, digital content, event materials, templates, graphics, and other branded communications products. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining visual identity standards, conceptualizing creative approaches, managing multiple design priorities, and ensuring products are accurate, audience appropriate, accessible, and aligned with client branding and communications objectives. This role will also collaborate closely with communications, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, and program management teams to transform technical or complex subject matter into clear and engaging visual narratives. The Lead Graphic Designer will provide creative consultation to government clients, recommend innovative approaches for communicating key messages, and support high-visibility communications campaigns and initiatives. The position requires the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced federal environment, manage competing priorities and short-turnaround requests, and take products from initial concept and storyboarding through design, client review, revision, and final production. The individual should be comfortable presenting creative concepts to senior stakeholders, incorporating feedback, and providing quality control and creative direction across communications products.

What You Will Need

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Communications, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field. FIVE (5) or more years of professional graphic design, visual communications, creative services, or related experience. Experience serving in a lead graphic design or creative role, including responsibility for developing concepts, establishing creative direction, and managing products through final delivery. Strong proficiency with professional graphic design and presentation tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft 365, particularly PowerPoint. Ability to manage multiple concurrent design requests, incorporate stakeholder feedback, and deliver high-quality products within established deadlines.

What Would Be Nice To Have

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED DHS Public Trust. Experience providing graphic design or visual communications support within DHS, federal law enforcement, or another federal agency. Experience serving as the creative lead for large-scale communications, branding, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement campaigns. Experience developing and implementing brand standards, visual identity systems, templates, style guides, and communications toolkits. Experience creating visual products for public-facing communications, outreach initiatives, digital campaigns, events, conferences, or executive-level engagements. Experience working directly with senior government stakeholders to translate communications objectives into creative concepts and finished products. Experience designing data visualizations, infographics, process graphics, organizational graphics, and other products that simplify complex information. Experience supporting communications in a fast-paced, high-visibility law enforcement or national security environment. Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements and experience developing accessible communications products. Demonstrated experience developing professional communications products such as executive presentations, infographics, reports, fact sheets, digital graphics, templates, and other branded materials. Experience translating complex or technical information into clear, compelling, and audience-appropriate visual communications.

What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process. If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail]. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com