Graphic Designer 2
Availability
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Full time, Immediate
Location
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Washington, DC
Salary Range
$80,000 - $85,000
Duties/Responsibilities
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Perform layout of graphic design, consisting of photographic, text, and abstract illustration as well as computer graphics.
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Create, plan, design, and prepare graphic representations to include video special effects and animated computer graphics and photography for a variety of branding and production elements.
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Ability to design web pages
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As required by each assignment, may direct and coordinate work for subordinates assigned to the same project.
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Participate with higher level employees in producing more difficult portions of trial charts.
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Study and interpret notes, photographs, sketches, etc. of a complex nature in order to develop trial charts.
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Work out details of final illustrations after idea, medium and color treamement has been determined.
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Assist in training new employees.
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Qualified in such processes as operation of computer graphic equipment including computer retouching software, typography, aided design for drafting and lettering.
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As directed, meet with outside vendors to obtain information and samples of new equipment and technologies relative to the Unit's operations.
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Recommend to supervisor purchase of gprahic equipment and products.
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Keep records of time and materials expended on various work projects.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Must be a US citizen with a valid US passport
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Artistic knowledge of high-tech graphic design for both print and viddeo imagery
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Capable of applying principles and practices to conceive, plan and execute any of a variety of kinds of difficult and complex work assignments
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Have knowledge of the capabilities of various art media and reproduction processes to determine which themes and subjects should be illustrated to fulfill the purpose of the illustration
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Think of effective ways to portray complex ideas into visual form
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Utilize an extensive variety of computer art media, state-of-the-art computer systems and software
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Draft and produce graphics for broadcast and for print media
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Familiarity with software for blending and applying colors, creating images with digital brushes, and digital sculpting
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Knowledge of the methods and procedures of television operations and techniques for insuring compatibility of the finished graphic design with desired reproduction process
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Knowledge of methods and procedures of preparing graphic products for print media.
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Knowledge of programs sufficient to develop orignial designs and concepts of visual styles for promotional campaigns that present to a diverse audience the ideas or images desired by leadership that evoke intended responses from the viewers (excitement, concern, pride, etc.)
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Experience in preparing detailed graphic prresentations of objects, facts, or ideas requiring the use of a variety of art media and good artistic ability.
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One year of experience directyl related to the occupation
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Knolwedge of Wordpress, Tableau, Sharepoint
Security Clearance
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Secret
Travel Requirements
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10% travel time