Graphics Designer

FTS International, LLC (FTS) is committed to providing the Federal Government with quality consultants and support. To ensure mission success we focus on putting our customers first while minimizing corporate bureaucracy on our staff.

We provide Subject Matter Experts (SME) free of Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) focused on independent analysis and mission support services within Engineering, Counterterrorism Operations, Management, Information Technology, Signals Analysis, Administration, Cyber Security, and Linguistics.

FTS has an immediate opportunity for a Graphic Designer in Chantilly, VA.

FTS is seeking a talented graphic designer and web content manager to join an experienced, dynamic communications support team.

The ideal candidate will provide superior client outcomes and be a true change manager.

Responsibilities

• Publish and post web content in various formats, including web articles, videos, and audio stories / Podcasts, focused on accessibility
• Post and organize content in SharePoint, Wordpress, or Joomla
• Frontend web development and support during the development process, including web page hierarchy and organization Ability to effectively plan, meet established deliverables, and manage priorities.
• Provide direction for design activities
• Prepare visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts
• Plan, analyze, and create original visual solutions for communications projects
• Identify the most effective way to get messages across in print and electronic media using color, type, illustration, photography, animation, and various print and layout techniques
• Use perspective, isometric, orthographic, and schematic techniques to prepare technical and non-technical illustrations and line drawings for slide presentations, view graphics, reports, brochures, etc.
• Produce promotional displays, packaging, and marketing brochures for products and services
• Develop material for Internet Web pages, interactive media, and multimedia projects
• Gather relevant information by meeting with clients, creative or art directors, and by performing own research
• Prepare sketches or layouts-by hand or with the aid of a computer-to illustrate the vision for the design
• Work closely with a team of fellow Systems Integrators and Communications Officers
• Provide graphic development support for analytic and other communication products across the Sponsor organization
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop compelling graphic products to convey strategic information to Senior stakeholders across the Sponsor organization and broader IC
• Assist with other communication products as required
• Manage and uphold brand standards following Sponsor organization style guide
• Provide programmatic support and stakeholder engagement

Required Skills / Qualifications

• TS / SCI with Polygraph
• BS / BA degree in Communications, IT, or a related field
• 10 years of relevant experience
• 5 years of graphic design experience
• User experience / user interface (UX / UI), making information easily accessible and engaging for the user
• Knowledge of HTML and CSS
• Excellent organizational skills and superb attention to detail
• Knowledge of technical and logistical operations
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written - with all levels of stakeholders
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to fully coordinate project schedules
• Experience dealing with complex situations in a fast-paced environment
• Experience writing requirements and various other documents
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear, compelling "stand-alone" graphical products
• Ability to leverage a variety of tools such as PowerPoint or Adobe suite
• Ability to manage complex projects and schedules with multiple objectives and priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders across organizational boundaries to accomplish mission goals
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

FTS International, LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.