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Overview Precision Collective delivers innovative professional services and strategic consulting solutions that help federal agencies accomplish complex missions with precision, purpose, and exceptional client service. We partner with government customers to provide program management, strategic communications, business operations, technical consulting, and administrative support services while connecting the best talent from industry, academia, and government to deliver meaningful results. Explore opportunities to join our team at https://precisioncollective.com/careers/

Why Work at Precision Collective? At Precision Collective, we believe great organizations are built by great people. We invest in talented professionals who are curious, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional results. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced leaders, contribute to meaningful federal missions, and grow your career in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and continuous development.

Position Description Precision Collective is seeking a highly experienced Senior Graphic Designer with a strong branding and print design focus to join our team supporting the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Strategic Initiatives Office (SIG) at Ft. Belvoir, VA. This role is essential in shaping and communicating the DLA’s strategic mission through visually impactful designs that reach diverse audiences, including stakeholders within the Department of Defense (DoD), the federal government, and the public.

The Senior Graphic Designer will lead brand development, create high-quality print and digital materials, and deliver polished visual storytelling that supports senior leadership decision-making and high-profile initiatives. This position requires a polished, detail-oriented professional with advanced design skills, strong project leadership ability, and a proven track record of producing mission-aligned visual communications in a fast-paced government contracting environment.

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Lead the design and development of branding materials that uphold and enhance DLA’s visual identity, ensuring consistency and alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives.
• Design and produce high-quality printed materials such as brochures, posters, programs, and promotional content for internal and external use.
• Create infographics, layouts, storyboards, and typographic solutions that distill complex information into clear and compelling visual narratives.
• Develop polished presentations and briefings for senior leadership, utilizing advanced visual storytelling techniques to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with SIG and senior staff to conceptualize and execute tailored graphic solutions for high-profile initiatives and events.
• Maintain an organized archive of graphic assets, ensuring all materials are tagged and stored for ease of access and retrieval.
• Implement rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and impact of all deliverables.
• Attend weekly meetings and provide updates on project progress, maintaining strong communication with the SIG team.
• Collaborate on graphic design concepts and maintain a centralized SharePoint repository of best-in-class visual and communications materials.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field; or associate degree with equivalent design experience upon portfolio review.
• 5+ years of professional experience in graphic design, with a proven track record in branding and print production.
• A portfolio demonstrating expertise in branding, typography, and print-focused projects is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Familiarity with SharePoint for content management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Security Clearance Requirements Applicants should have an active/current Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship required.

Location & Travel This is a full-time position based at Ft. Belvoir, VA, with minimal travel expected.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional proficiency in video or animation software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Animate).
• Experience supporting DoD or federal government strategic communications and branding efforts.
• Experience creating executive-level presentations and visual decision-support materials.

Total Rewards At Precision Collective, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing competitive compensation, meaningful career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, professional development opportunities, and employee wellness resources. Eligible employees may also participate in additional company-sponsored programs and benefits. As a growing organization, we foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-focused culture where employees are empowered to contribute, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact in support of our federal customers.

Compensation at Precision Collective is determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including education, relevant experience, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, internal equity, external market conditions, geographic location, security clearance level, contract labor category and funding requirements, organizational needs, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. The projected salary range for this position reflects full-time employment. Actual starting compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and the factors identified above. Compensation for part-time positions will be adjusted proportionately based on scheduled hours worked.

Posted Salary Range USD $69,500.00 - $158,000.00 / Yr.

Equal Employment Opportunity Precision Collective is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and performance. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Precision Collective strives to provide an accessible application and interview process. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact our Talent Acquisition team for assistance.