Overview

LMI is seeking a skilled Graphic Designer at our client facility in Washington, DC. 

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to improving the business of government, drawing from deep expertise in advanced analytics, digital services, logistics, and management advisory services. Established as a private, not-for-profit organization in 1961, LMI is a trusted third party to federal civilian and defense agencies, free of commercial and political bias. We operate completely free of political and commercial bias, and we are entirely aligned with the goals of our clients. Our clients value our specialized services in logistics, intelligence, homeland security, health care, and energy and environment markets. We believe government can make a difference, and we seek talented, hardworking people who share that conviction. We offer a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. Business casual dress, flex time, and tuition reimbursement are a few of our many work-life benefits available to our employees. LMI is The Washington Post's Top Work Places in 2021!

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute day-to-day graphic design support across various teams by transforming information into engaging visuals, products, and graphics to fully communicate ideas and concepts appropriately to the specific audiences.
• Develop visual material while adhering to brand guidelines and ensuring proper messaging is being executed in all products.
• Design and edit PowerPoint presentations, certificates, brochures, posters, cover designs, report layouts. and other visual communications collateral.
• Execute projects from concept to final delivery, including all versioning, in a timely manner in a fast-paced environment under dynamic deadlines.
• Work collaboratively across teams.
• Use knowledge of organization’s priorities to create compelling social media graphics, including GIFs and other forms of multimedia.
• Build HTML emails that are eye-catching, creative and convey messaging in a compelling manner.
• Ensure that digital products are in compliance with all U.S. government section 508 accessibility standards and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• At least five (5) years’ relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated experience synthesizing complex information and conveying data and content in a visually compelling manner.
• Experience with large format printing.
• Experience with designing for multiple platforms including digital, print, social media, web, and presentations.
• Experience in developing content that meets U.S. government section 508 accessibility standards and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
• Demonstrated expert skill in developing professional PowerPoint presentations for senior leaders.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe CC (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects.)
• Working knowledge of remote/virtual meeting environments such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and WebEx.
• Strong organizational skills (e.g. time management, communication, setting goals, delegation, working under pressure, self-motivation, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.)
• Strong presentation skills to present creative concepts, make recommendations about means of visual communication and imagery to senor leaders and program staff at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communications including the ability to communicate with clients, customers, and other designers to ensure that designs accurately and effectively convey information.
• Knowledge of print and digital delivery processes and demonstrated ability to prepare print- and digital-ready files for government requirements.
• Ability to present graphic support in a compelling way to create support across different audiences.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and incorporate feedback.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize numerous projects happening concurrently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Adobe Creative Suite (CC) Certification (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects.)
• Certification in other Graphic Design platforms.
• Bachelors or advanced degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• Experience creating graphics related to Public Health, Healthcare, Science, and Data Visualization.