Multimedia and Visual Design Specialist
Job Category: Communications
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
CACI is seeking an experienced Multimedia and Visual Design Specialist who will provide advanced multimedia and graphic design in support of senior executives at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically within the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) Front Office.
Ideal candidates will have extensive experience designing, creating, and graphically enhancing graphic art in a highly visible, fast-paced, time-sensitive, IT-driven environment.
This position is hybrid remote with onsite requirements rotating between the customer site in Springfield, VA and CACI's PMO at the National Harbor in Oxon Hill, MD.
Candidates selected for interview will be asked to provide a sample of previous work for review prior to the interview.
About the Role:
In this role you will design, create, and graphically enhance time-sensitive, Section 508-compliant, multimedia communication deliverables in support of the Executive Communications team. Deliverables and work products include but are not limited to brochures, flyers, photographs, icons, animations, posters, written products (newsletters, correspondence, press releases, briefings, etc.), invitations, product catalogs, website content, video, audio, and other communication deliverables. Additionally, you will:
Manage the design layout, color, format, aesthetic quality, objectives, vision, and concepts for all communication deliverables.
Convert draft content and concepts into finished Section 508 compliant electronic and print ready visual art products.
Provide advanced technically proficiency knowledge of the most current and best industry-standard graphic design and visual art software including, but not limited to expert-level knowledge in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Visio, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, SilverLight, Envato Elements, Flickr, DVIDS and Google.
Contribute to producing podcast; pre-production, production, and post-production responsibilities.
Provide creative graphics/vector art, images, animation, photography, and video support to activities like meetings, special event, awards ceremonies, retirement events, podcast, public relations events, and Ad Hoc projects.
Enhance and reinforce communications deliverables with music, sound, and various artistic mediums.
Record and capture imagery (photo and video) for electronic, print-ready, and visual graphical communication deliverables, which includes closed captioning.
Maintain a process for tracking multimedia and graphic design requests and projects.
Post, maintain and manage electronic communication files using SharePoint, Share Drives, and other project management tools to monitor and track graphic design, photography and videography projects, deliverables, records, photographs, data, and activities.
Manage SharePoint and Website content and document sharing to support the continuous development of the graphic and visual art concepts, interface design and architecture.
Required Qualifications:
Ability to obtain a DHS Entrance on Duty (EOD).
BA/BS with 13+ years of applicable experience or equivalence providing multimedia graphic design support (equivalency includes MA/MS with 10+ years applicable experience or AA + 15+ years applicable experience).
Advanced user understanding of Adobe applications for graphic design and multimedia production.
Verifiable experience creating multimedia work products that are Section 508 compliant and meet web accessibility guidelines.
Advanced proficiency utilizing Microsoft SharePoint, SharePoint Online, Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft Office 365 (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.), Microsoft Teams, and Shared Drives for content management, workflow, and collaboration.
Able to communicate and work collaboratively with senior government leaders to enhance communication with graphic design.
Ability to work independently on a complex task with little direction and management oversight.
Ability to manage multiple projects and requirements simultaneously in a diverse and dynamic environment with short-notice and under high pressure in high visibility situations.
Ability to understand the day-to-day operational needs of customers, experience to anticipate requirements and identify risks, a bias for action, and initiative to implement improvements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiar with technical coding, HTML, and rich-text skills.
Experience working with a remote team.
Excellent interpersonal skills and able to relate effectively with program employees, government/client representatives, and internal organizational functional representatives.
Ability to discover relevant data, understand the context in which it is being used, and apply experience analysis to turn data into useful information.
Ability to receive vague guidance, conduct research to better understand requirements, and achieve high quality results.
A collaborative, team-centric attitude and enthusiasm that encourages outreach and partnership.
Experience integrating SharePoint with Power BI.
Experience in UX/UI design.
Ensure content complies with DHS plain language requirements.
Experience in managing work in MS Planner.
Experience producing Podcast.
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)
Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$77,200 - $162,200
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
