Graphic Artist- Digital Media Services

Position Overview

The Graphic Artist will provide creative, technical, and production support to a Digital Media Services contract supporting the United States Space Force. This role requires a skilled illustrator with strong design capabilities, the ability to translate complex concepts into compelling visual products, and a commitment to high-quality creative output in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working within a structured government or military setting.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design & Illustration

• Create high-quality illustrations, graphics, and visual assets to support Space Force communication, training, and mission-related initiatives.
• Develop original artwork, including vector graphics, character designs, technical illustrations, infographics, and branding elements.
• Produce digital and print-ready materials such as posters, brochures, briefing graphics, logos, signage, and presentation visuals.
• Translate verbal concepts, written requirements, and technical information into clear, engaging visual products.
• Maintain consistency with Space Force branding guidelines, security requirements, and visual communication standards.
  
  

Digital Media Production Support

• Collaborate with photographers and multimedia specialists to integrate graphics into broader digital media products.
• Prepare artwork for use in video, web, social media, and interactive platforms.
• Assist in layout, formatting, and visual enhancement of documents, reports, and presentations.
• Support the development of motion graphics or animation elements when required (basic proficiency acceptable; advanced skills a plus).
  
  

Customer Interaction & Project Coordination

• Work directly with Space Force personnel and internal team members to gather requirements, refine concepts, and deliver final products.
• Manage multiple design requests simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.
• Provide creative recommendations and visual solutions that align with mission objectives and customer expectations.
• Maintain organized project files, version control, and documentation in accordance with contract requirements.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience as an illustrator, graphic designer, or visual artist.
• Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and other digital illustration platforms.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating illustration skills, design versatility, and creative problem-solving.
• Ability to work within established brand guidelines and adapt to evolving mission needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  
  

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Preferred education: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Fine Arts, Visual Communications, or a related field.
• Experience supporting government, military, or defense-related clients.
• Familiarity with secure production environments and handling of controlled or sensitive materials.
• Knowledge of layout design, typography, color theory, and visual storytelling.
• Basic understanding of multimedia workflows, including photography, videography, and motion graphics.
• Ability to adapt artwork for multiple formats, resolutions, and media types.
  
  

Work Environment

This position operates within a professional, mission-driven digital media environment supporting the United States Space Force. The role may involve occasional on-site collaboration, rapid-turnaround projects, and coordination with multidisciplinary creative teams. A high level of professionalism, reliability, and creative excellence is essential. Must be a US citizen, possessing or eligible for a DoD security clearance

• Must be eligible for a Personnel Security Clearance (criminal background, active drug use, ongoing financial distress, and other factors may prohibit the granting of a clearance and render the candidate unacceptable) Qualified candidates with an existing security clearance are highly desirable and favored