Senior Graphic Designer

This position is contingent on contract award. Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position.

JANUS Research Group is seeking a senior level Graphic Designer to support the US Army Futures Command (AFC) Headquarters in its mission to ensure war-winning future readiness. Personnel will support AFC’s HQ directorates, subordinate commands, research laboratories, innovation hubs, and Cross-Functional Teams (CFTs). An ideal candidate will play a key role in visually communicating the AFC mission, values, and strategic initiatives through creative and compelling design solutions. This role involves developing impactful graphics for a variety of materials, exhibits, and exhibitions that convey key messages and support the Army’s Modernization Priorities.

• Develop visually compelling graphics for information pages, pamphlets, brochures, photos, videos, exhibits, and exhibitions.
• Design and produce AFC Pop-Up exhibits (banners) that highlight and support themes and messages from the Army's Modernization Priorities.
• Create customized communication media products, including social and digital media infographics, videos, and animations that clearly articulate and illustrate AFC information and messages.
• Respond to short-notice requirements for large format products, demonstrating skills in quick creative concept development.
• Research, manage, and maintain industry-standard databases to support rapid design of new products.

• Secret Clearance Required
• Proven experience as a Senior Graphic Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design work
• Strong understanding of branding principles and consistent application of them
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Bridge, Dreamweaver, Flash, Media Encoder, Illustrator, Acrobat), Visio, InDesign, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint
• Skilled in strategic engagement, working collaboratively on online communication campaigns and programs
• Track record of leading graphics and web design projects, meeting goals on time
• Ability to prepare and deliver briefings and status reports with consultative skills
• Experience in corporate communications, stakeholder engagement, outreach planning, branding, and social media
• Proficient in supporting both traditional and non-traditional media, including the development and use of exhibits and collateral materials (banner stands, posters, brochures, etc.)
• Effective teamwork in a small team environment, demonstrating strategic engagement and outreach planning

JANUS strives to provide opportunities for career growth through training and development. We also offer an attractive comprehensive benefit package to include health and welfare plans and financial products. As part of a total rewards program, employees can benefit from our referral bonus program, and other various employee awards. JANUS Research Group takes pride in our benefit package and rewards program which has earned us the certification of a Great Place to Work™

JANUS Research Group provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e-mailing: Alisha Pollard, Director of Human Resources at alisha.pollard@janusresearch.com or calling (706) 364-9100. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within JANUS Research Group will be reviewed at the e-mail address and phone number supplied. Thank you for considering a career with JANUS Research Group.

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JANUS Research Group is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer. It is company policy to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practice without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, or disability.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.