Graphic Artist Jobs

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Graphic Artist to create compelling visuals that communicate complex technical concepts. This role supports a variety of high-impact projects – including presentations, illustrations, and digital content – for both expert and general audiences. The ideal candidate combines creative design skills with strong technical understanding, thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced, and secure environment. Position is based in Greater Boston, MA (Onsite).

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce digital graphics, technical illustrations, presentations (PowerPoint), interactive posters, logos, and promotional materials.
• Translate conceptual ideas, sketches, and informal notes into polished visual assets.
• Integrate diverse content into cohesive designs, maintaining a professional and consistent look and feel.
• Apply principles of color theory, composition, and visual storytelling to enhance audience understanding.
• Maintain and organize digital libraries, visual assets, and internal repositories.
• Ensure all materials align with style guides, branding standards, and clearance protocols.
• Proofread all deliverables for accuracy in spelling, grammar, and formatting.
• Support content management by establishing and maintaining design protocols.
• Engage with technical staff and leadership to identify project requirements and deadlines.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate graphic support for meetings, including managing SharePoint folders and facilitating material collection.
• Work collaboratively with other creatives and cross-functional teams across the organization.
• Continuously explore new methods, tools, and styles to improve creative output.
• Recommend enhancements to visual workflows and resources as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, Illustration, or a related discipline—or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in visual or graphic design, preferably within a technical, scientific, or government-related environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Experience working in both Windows and Mac environments.
• Strong conceptual and layout design skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Applicants must provide a digital portfolio or work samples with their application.
• Candidates must be a United States Citizen and able to maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance.