What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Graphic Designer position at VG Systems?
Job Description
VG Systems, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Graphic Design Lead / Creative Director to oversee the development and execution of high-level visual communication strategies in support of mission objectives. This role is responsible for directing multi-disciplinary design teams, developing innovative creative concepts, and ensuring alignment with solicitation PWS requirements and agency strategic communication goals. The position requires extensive experience in graphic design leadership, concept development, and production across multiple media formats.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Direct and oversee the work of graphic design and production staff across multiple geographic locations.
- Plan and implement coordinated design concepts aligned with PWS requirements and agency communication strategies.
- Determine appropriate equipment, tools, materials, and techniques required for design execution.
- Apply advanced knowledge of graphic design techniques, themes, styles, and technologies to deliver high-quality products.
- Translate agency strategic communication goals into visually compelling concepts across various media formats.
- Develop and present original creative concepts to leadership for review and approval.
- Provide detailed creative direction and guidance to design teams to ensure successful execution of approved concepts.
- Ensure consistency, quality, and visual impact across all design deliverables.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to refine messaging and visual storytelling approaches.
- Create, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to graphic design processes and workflows.
- Ensure SOPs remain current and accurately reflect responsibilities, tools, and production standards.
- Document processes and provide guidance to team members to ensure compliance with established procedures.
Requirements:
- Active Top Secret security clearance is required (must have at time of hire).
- Extensive knowledge of graphic design principles, tools, and technologies.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Education/Experience:
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related discipline with 10 years of experience providing creative direction and concept development for VIP-level or high-visibility (VIPC) graphic design and production teams across multiple geographic locations.
- Substitution: High School diploma with at least 2 years of related college coursework and a total of 20 years of relevant experience as a creative graphic designer in a leadership role may be substituted for the degree requirement.
HUBZone Preference:
VG Systems, LLC gives preference to candidates who reside in a designated HUBZone. Selected candidates must be able to sign a HUBZone attestation and provide required SBA documentation upon hiring.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
VG Systems, LLC does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision