Graphic Artist

Location: Lexington, MA . Conceives, designs, lays out, and coordinates editorial illustrations and creative artwork. Develops interpretive themes that convey ideas and information. Creates graphic presentations that communicate mood, emphasis, insight, viewpoint, and similar visual impressions. Provides guidance on graphic technology. Works closely with internal company contacts to understand requirements and create cost efficient graphic designs through available mediums. May provide computer graphic services for web artwork. May also have responsibility or input on reproduction and printing processes through in-house resources or outside vendors. Background/Need: The group is looking to hire a graphic artist. The artist would primarily be responsible for creating effective visual products that clearly communicate the ongoing accomplishments of the group. Working with highly technical material and staff, the artist will translate various inputs into designs for both technical audiences and lay people The artist will also manage a range of graphics and administrative resources as well as time-sensitive projects, while keeping them organized and accessible to themselves and to stakeholders. Clearance: -Interim clearance acceptable for start; Active Secret Clearance (or higher) would be preferred. The worker would need to be able and willing to clear up to the Top Secret level. Work from Home: The worker should expect to be onsite 100% of the time with some limited exibility for remote work (not consistent remote work though). Job Responsibilities: Design, layout and produce PowerPoint presentations, interactive digital posters, technical illustrations, logos, and promotional items Create new designs from descriptions, back-of-the-envelope drawings and notes, or existing materials Integrate dissimilar inputs with varying styles into a unified presentation; ensure design consistency Clean up/reformat/organize content in existing presentations and reports to meet the Laboratory's level of professionalism Apply knowledge of color theory, perspective, composition, and information design to every deliverable Maintain electronic libraries of briefings, clip art, and other marketing resources Maintain links to resources on Group or Division webpages, wikis, and file repositories Develop content management guidelines and protocols Ensure work adheres to Laboratory style guides, branding standards, as well as marking and release requirements Proof-read deliverables for spelling, grammar and punctuation Advise staff on best practices for producing effective graphics and publications Assist with file transfers from one system to another Work with management and staff to determine project needs, timelines, expectations and priorities Proactively reach out to technical staff to discuss content, propose solutions, request inputs, review timelines Set up SharePoint folders in support of specific meetings; distribute link to speakers, track uploads and graphics work needed Collaborate with/support other artists in the Division Work independently; prioritize, track, and bring tasks to closure Constantly exploring new avenues of creative expression Improve methods, processes, and resources where needed Design, layout and produce PowerPoint presentations, interactive digital posters, technical illustrations, logos, and promotional items Create new designs from descriptions, back-of-the-envelope drawings and notes, or existing materials Integrate dissimilar inputs with varying styles into a unified presentation; ensure design consistency Clean up/reformat/organize content in existing presentations and reports to meet the Laboratory's level of professionalism Apply knowledge of color theory, perspective, composition, and information design to every deliverable Maintain electronic libraries of briefings, clip art, and other marketing resources Maintain links to resources on Group or Division webpages, wikis, and file repositories Develop content management guidelines and protocols Ensure work adheres to Laboratory style guides, branding standards, as well as marking and release requirements Proof-read deliverables for spelling, grammar and punctuation Advise staff on best practices for producing effective graphics and publications Assist with file transfers from one system to another Work with management and staff to determine project needs, timelines, expectations and priorities Proactively reach out to technical staff to discuss content, propose solutions, request inputs, review timelines Set up SharePoint folders in support of specific meetings; distribute link to speakers, track uploads and graphics work needed Collaborate with/support other artists in the Division Work independently; prioritize, track, and bring tasks to closure Constantly exploring new avenues of creative expression Improve methods, processes, and resources where needed Skills: BA/BFA in Communication Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, or related field or equivalent experience 5 years of visual design experience Strong concept, design and layout skills Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work successfully one-on-one with technical staff as well as thrive in a team environment Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign) applications in Mac or Windows environments -Submittals should include some sort of work portfolio. This can be a link to a site, or you can upload an additional attachment to the submittal (at the bottom of the submittal form). ; BA/BFA in Communication Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, or related field or equivalent experience 5 years of visual design experience Strong concept, design and layout skills Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work successfully one-on-one with technical staff as well as thrive in a team environment Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign) applications in Mac or Windows environments -Submittals should include some sort of work portfolio. This can be a link to a site, or you can upload an additional attachment to the submittal (at the bottom of the submittal form). ; Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree or master's Degree. Bachelor's degree or master's Degree.