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Graphic Artist - Specialized in Cartoon & Character Design

QBE LLC (Federal)

Aberdeen, MD

$136K - $163K/yr

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Re-posted 17 days ago

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Description

About QBE, LLC

QBE, LLC is a mission-focused technology and security solutions provider supporting defense and federal customers worldwide. We deliver high-impact capabilities where precision, accountability, and technical excellence directly support national-level objectives.

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QBE is seeking a Graphic Artist - Specialized in Cartoon & Character Design to support the IEW&S contract.


Responsibilities

 Candidate shall provide specialized cartoon illustration and character design support to enhance visual storytelling for CPE IEW&S communication initiatives. Candidate shall 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. Candidate's typical associated tasks include: 

  • 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. 

Requirements


  • Bachelor's degree -  computer graphics, animation, fine arts or a related field  
  • Minimum four years' (4) experience in the field of animation and design relevant experience required 
  • OR Associates degree in the field of computer graphics, animation, fine arts or a related field and minimum seven (7) experience in the field of animation and design. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team and other stakeholders

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

QBE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identity and/or expression, age, disability, Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), marital status, neurodivergence, ethnicity, ancestry, caste, military/uniformed service-member status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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