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Namely

Graphic Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

Create the associated header banner/hero images, product screenshots, illustrations, and CTA button ... Google Ad Campaigns - Create static image and animated/interactive HTML5 ads in a variety of ...

Resilient Solutions Plus

Graphic Narrator

Baltimore, MD · On-site

Illustrated articles and reports * Social media storytelling campaigns * Educational visual guides * Storyboards and presentation decks * Motion graphics and animated explainers * Visual narratives ...

Pump.co

Brand Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Create custom graphics, illustrations, infographics, and motion/animated content to support product launches, GTM, and internal communications * Collaborate cross-functionally on brand evolution ...

LA 411

Storyboard/Design Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $135K/yr

The Comedy Central animated TV series, "South Park," is looking for a passionate, artistic, and ... Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, is a must. Please note: This is not a ...

Scorpion Therapeutics

Senior Graphic Designer

Patchogue, NY · On-site

$69K - $94K/yr

Extend and steward brand identity systems (typography, color, illustration, photography direction ... Support digital and social with on-brand content (including motion/animated formats). * Art-direct ...

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Graphic Specialist/Cartoonist -Intermediate (contingent 034)

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD • On-site, Remote

Systems Products and Solutions, Inc
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Systems Products and Solutions, Incexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Title: Graphics Specialist/Cartoonist – Intermediate (contingent 034)

Location(s): APG, MD OR remote

Strong portfolio showcasing drawing skills, proficiency in industry-standard animation software such as Adobe Animate or Toon Boom Harmony, and have a deep understanding of animation principles of timing, movement, and storytelling to create engaging animated content; key skills include storyboarding, character design, and the ability to adapt to different animation styles. 

Secret security clearance is required.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide specialized cartoon illustration and character design support to enhance visual storytelling for CPE IEW&S communication initiatives.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in digital illustration software and collaborate closely with public affairs, multimedia designers, and print production staff to ensure creative alignment and message clarity.
  • Develop original cartoon illustrations, character designs, and comic-style graphics to support public-facing and internal communication products across print and digital media.
  • Translate complex technical or operational content into engaging cartoon visuals that simplify messaging and increase audience comprehension.
  • Collaborate with the public affairs team and senior creatives to conceptualize cartoon-based campaigns, storyboards, and visual themes aligned with mission objectives.
  • Prepare artwork for integration into larger multimedia projects, including videos, infographics, social media content, and educational materials.
  • Ensure all cartoon-based products adhere to Army and CPE IEW&S branding, security, and communication guidelines while maintaining stylistic consistency across deliverables.
  • Adhere to the company’s AS9100 and QMS policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Will perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelors Degree - computer graphics, animation, fine arts or a related field.
  • A minimum four years’ (4) experience in the field of animation and design relevant experience required.
  • Substitution: Associates degree and minimum seven (7) experience in the field of animation and design. Additional years’ experience can substitute for field of study.
  • Familiarity with scripting and storyboarding.
  • Ability to draw in a variety of styles.
  • Experience in character rigging and skeletal animation.
  • Strong understanding of timing, pacing and storytelling in animation.
  • Preferred: Experience with 3D animation and modeling preferred.

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