Graphics Specialist (Entry Level to SME) TS/SCI with Poly REQUIRED

CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for Graphics Specialists within our Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting-edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities. This position is located in our Arlington office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Entry Level

• Asset Production: Create and format graphics for social media, websites, email campaigns, and presentations.
• Image Editing: Resize, crop, and retouch photographs using standard software (e.g., removing backgrounds or color correcting).
• Brand Compliance: Strictly apply and maintain existing brand guidelines (using correct fonts, logos, and color palettes) for all materials.
• File Management: Organize, label, and archive working design files to ensure easy access for the team.
• Feedback Implementation: Make revisions and adjustments to design drafts based on input from senior designers or project managers.

Junior Level

• Design Execution: Create digital assets (social media graphics, web banners, email templates) and print materials (flyers, brochures, posters) under the direction of senior staff.
• Brand Consistency: Apply established brand guidelines to all projects, ensuring a cohesive visual identity across all platforms.
• Revisions & Edits: Accurately update creative files throughout various rounds of reviews and client feedback.
• File Preparation: Prepare and organize files for print (e.g., setting up bleeds and color profiles) or digital output.
• Asset Management: Catalog, archive, and maintain an organized database of design assets, templates, and working files.
• Cross-Functional Support: Assist the marketing and communications teams with miscellaneous design, presentation formatting, or administrative tasks.

Mid-Level

• Creative Conception: Interpret client or stakeholder briefs to develop high-level visual concepts, wireframes, and prototypes for various platforms.
• Asset Production: Design complex promotional materials, UX/UI layouts, infographics, motion graphics, and interactive digital/print assets.
• Project Management: Track creative assets, manage timelines, define production specifications, and collaborate with vendors or printers.
• Brand Stewardship: Ensure rigid adherence to brand guidelines while maintaining consistent typography, layout, and color hierarchy across all projects.
• Quality Assurance: Perform advanced image retouching, compositing, color correction, and digital imposition before final delivery.
• Mentorship & Workflow: Guide less experienced team members, participate in team meetings, and optimize creative workflows.

Senior Level

• Visual Strategy & Direction: Conceptualizing and executing highly technical, multi-disciplinary design solutions.
• Advanced Technical Skills: Master-level proficiency in industry-standard tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or UI/UX and 3D rendering software).
• Cross-Media Execution: Translating a single brand identity into cohesive web, print, motion graphics, and interactive experiences.
• Complex Project Ownership: Manage and design highly complex graphics projects with multiple media applications simultaneously. Translates ambiguous requirements into structured, visually compelling strategies.
• Brand Governance: Maintain strict brand consistency and architecture across global or enterprise-level communication channels.
• Pre-Press & Production Mastery: Ensure all digital files for diverse platforms (print, offset press, web CMS, digital delivery) meet highly technical specifications and accessibility standards.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a subject matter expert, guiding junior designers, conferring with senior leadership, and coordinating with external vendors and printers.
• Quality Assurance: Review all design deliverables for technical accuracy, flawless typography, color correction, and adherence to production standards.
• Advanced Visual Communication: Translates highly complex, data-heavy, or abstract concepts into infographics, technical drawings, and immersive 3D/2D visual assets.
• Art Direction & Concept Development: Conceptualizes and directs the execution of brand identities, large-scale displays, and multimedia campaigns.
• Project & Vendor Management: Manages the full lifecycle of major design projects, from initial prototype testing to pre-press, production, and final delivery. Coordinates with external vendors and print shops.
• Technical Lead & Process Optimization: Defines design standards, establishes template libraries, and implements process improvement solutions for complex graphics activities.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Reviews the work of junior and mid-level graphics staff, providing technical direction, feedback, and artistic guidance.

Requirements

All roles require an active TS/SCI with Poly.

Entry Level

• Education: High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant experience, Associate’s Degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s Degree with 0 years of relevant experience.
• Software Proficiency: Foundational understanding of design tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).
• Design Fundamentals: Solid understanding of typography, color theory, and composition.
• Organization: Ability to manage multiple minor projects and meet daily deadlines.
• Communication: Openness to receiving constructive feedback and a willingness to collaborate with team members.

Junior Level

• Education: High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of relevant experience, Associate’s Degree with 4 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree with 0 years of relevant experience.
• Software Fluency: Proficiency in industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Communication: Ability to confidently present rough drafts, discuss project briefs, and incorporate constructive feedback.
• Time Management: Capable of handling multiple simultaneous tasks and meeting set deadlines.

Mid-Level

• Education: High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of relevant experience, Associate’s Degree with 6 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years of relevant experience, Master’s Degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or PhD with 0 years of relevant experience.
• Software: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects).
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of motion graphics, UX/UI design principles, web design (HTML/CSS basics), and pre-press print production.
• Visual Storytelling: Ability to translate abstract or technical data into engaging, accessible visual narratives.
• Client Consultation: Strong communication skills for presenting concepts, managing feedback, and negotiating project scope.
• Time Management: Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple complex design projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Senior Level

• Education: High School Diploma/GED with 10 years of relevant experience, Associate’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 6 years of relevant experience, Master’s Degree with 4 years of relevant experience, or PhD with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Interpersonal: Exceptional communication skills to present ideas and negotiate effectively with internal stakeholders and outside vendors.

SME Level

• Education: High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of relevant experience, Associate’s Degree with 10 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience, Master’s Degree with 6 years of relevant experience, or PhD with 4 years of relevant experience.
• Software Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in industry-standard software suites, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, After Effects).
• Technical Design: Proficiency in UX/UI design, HTML/CSS, motion graphics, 3D modeling/rendering, and cross-media design integration.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities, high-level client consultation, and the capacity to balance budget limits with high-end creative expectations.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $204,000.00.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and well-being programs