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• Salary range: $75,000 to $85,000
• Duration: Long term, we are the Prime
• Clearance required: Active Secret

Position: Graphic Artist

We are looking for a skilled Graphic Artist to join our team and assist in administering a public webpage via the Air Force Public Information Management System. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, launching, and sustaining engaging content as part of a holistic public relations/communication approach. Additionally, the Graphic Artist will collaborate with the team to garner articles and develop quarterly newsletters, provide photography, videography, graphical development, reproduction support, and more.

Location: Tyndall AFB, FL

Responsibilities:

• Administer a public webpage via the Air Force Public Information Management System.
• Develop, launch, and sustain engaging content for the webpage.
• Collaborate with the team to gather articles and develop quarterly newsletters.
• Design and layout newsletters.
• Provide photography, videography, and graphical development support.
• Develop and reproduce cubical personnel nametags and individual business cards.
• Utilize proficient photography skills using an SLR camera.
• Use Adobe Creative Cloud applications for graphic design tasks.
• Employ tools such as Alien Skin Eye Candy 7, Noiseware, Auto FX Photo, Wondershare UniConverter, Perfect Resize 22, Autodesk 3D Max 2022, etc.
• Utilize Pantone Color Bridge Guide Set, Pantone Connect for Adobe CC, Adobe Stock, Shutterstock, Digital Juice, Freepike Premium Images, and other resources.
• Stay up to date and provide updates to the client on current graphic design trends, techniques, and software.
• Make various formats of supplied artwork production-ready and resolve any artwork issues that arise during production.
• Own the creative process from concepting to preparing final files based on supplied specifications for all types of outlets including web applications, paid media, social, digital, and printing.
• Package and prepare files for release to customers.
• Perform color calibration and ensure consistent color reproduction.
• Provide image retouching, clipping paths, and additional image manipulation for various needs.
• Maintain production files, including fonts, images, logos, and other artwork

Experience:

• 7+ years of relevant experience as a production artist, graphic designer, or similar role.
• Proven experience in graphic design, preferably in a public relations/communication role.
• Experience with digital content, such as social media, online advertising, and email campaigns.

Clearance:

• Secret

Design Skills:

• Ability to design static and dynamic ad creative for paid advertising and social campaigns.
• Develop creative layouts for digital ads, presentations, email campaigns, brochures (digital and print), white papers, and similar marketing materials.
• Experience editing short video content.
• Familiarity with graphic design tools and plugins such as Alien Skin Eye Candy 7, Noiseware, Auto FX Photo, etc.
• In-depth knowledge and proficiency of Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign (XD and Figma a plus!).
• Understanding of layout and design principles.
• Strong photography skills using SLR camera as well as other digital equipment photography equipment.
• Ability to design within brand guidelines.

Additional Skills:

• Basic IT management and trouble-shooting knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with Adobe AfterEffects.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to Detail: Notable attention to detail in all aspects of design and production processes.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.