Graphic Artist

Job Title: Graphic Artist

• Location: Lexington MA
• Job Type: W2 Contract

Background/Need

The Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) that applies advanced technology to problems of national security. The Communications Systems division is looking to add an artist to its talented and closeknit graphics team to provide additional support to several of its technical groups.

Primary Duties include:

Creative Design and Business Graphics
Design layout and produce PowerPoint presentations interactive digital posters technical illustrations logos and promotional items
Create new designs from descriptions backoftheenvelope 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 Laboratorys level of professionalism
Apply knowledge of color theory perspective composition and information design to every deliverable
Organization Asset Management Quality Control
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
Proofread deliverables for spelling grammar and punctuation
Advise staff on best practices for producing effective graphics and publications
Collaboration and Project Management
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
Constant Innovation
Constantly explore new avenues of creative expression
Improve methods processes and resources where needed

Position Requirements:

BA/BFA in Communication Design Graphic Design Illustration or related field or equivalent experience
5 years of visual design experience; the team is looking for a midlevel resource
Strong concept design and layout skills
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work successfully oneonone 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 both Mac and Windows environments
A portfolio of work must be presented prior to or at time of interview

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.