Graphic Artist #0027

AEYON POSITION TITLE: Graphic Artist

LOCATION: Remote

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Graphic Artist is responsible for graphic design and development including the creation and output of professional, visually impactful presentations using predominately Adobe Creative Suite.

Key responsibilities include the formatting and finalization of qualification documents, proposals, presentations, and other documents as required by Proposal Managers, Capture Managers, or senior management. Works closely with colleagues, management, and team members to turn conceptual or written content into visually appealing, clear presentations, infographics and process diagrams, and documents.

Must have strong infographic and map design capabilities, as well as be competent in graphic and layout design for a variety of platforms including Illustrator, InDesign, Word, and PowerPoint. Must have the ability to work to strict deadlines, effectively communicate with colleagues, schedule/complete multiple tasks, and be flexible and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

This position will work within the Capture & Proposal Team, report to the Director of Capture & Proposals, and work closely with the executive management and senior staff in defining and creating graphics for winning proposals.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Produces and / or coordinates the production of a variety of graphics products using a combination of methods, techniques, software, and processes, including PowerPoint, InDesign, Word, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Works with subject matter experts and writers to develop highly complex, technical graphics for proposals and other documents.
• Review technical requirements for creative deliverables, establish visual hierarchy of information in each graphic to ensure the audience understands the information and message, and delivers consistency within documents
• Oversees development of concepts and design templates appropriate to each document and compliant with customer requirements
• Manages the flow and work control of graphics throughout the proposal process, ensuring that approved changes are incorporated and version control is maintained.
• Develop and produce templates for oral presentations and proposal documents, maintain accuracy and technical compliance, as well as visual appeal.
• Expert knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud, including Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communicator who is able to present key messages in a visual format and translate ideas into practice

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: None

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Mandatory: Bachelor

Waivable/Substitutable:

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Mandatory: None

Waivable/Substitutable:

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years federal proposal graphic development experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent communicator - both written and oral
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Excel
• A team player with an outstanding ability to work with people at all levels, including senior executives
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate ideas to others, from staff to senior leaders through a resilient presence, thoughtful challenges, and use of sound judgment
• Clear interpersonal and politically correct work environment skills, including aptitude for building relationships, understanding team dynamics, taking initiative, and solving problems
• Ability to read situations and adapt communication style to achieve results
• Ability to work with grace and efficiency in a demanding, deadline-driven environment
• Team-oriented with a proven ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills

To be eligible for employment, you must be fully vaccinated, except in limited circumstances where an employee is legally entitled to an accommodation, by January 4^th, 2022, or your start date, whichever is second in time. People are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19 two weeks after they have received the second dose in a two-dose series, or two weeks after they have received a single-dose vaccine. If you think you are entitled to an accommodation, please advise your Sehlke liaison and they will consult our human resource leads for consideration.