Visual Communications Designer/Specialist

VG Systems is seeking a mid-level Visual Communications Designer/Specialist to join a small team supporting one of our long-standing Federal Government customers. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker, able to independently contribute to the team's mission, enjoys putting a keen eye towards details, and has a strong desire to learn and grow in an idea-nurturing environment. The overall object is for technical concepts to be translated into meaningful visual designs, infographics and communication pieces to support enterprise-wide adoption of agile software development practices and technologies.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and implement visual communication strategies to support organizational transformation objectives.
• Create compelling graphical content for various communication channels, including infographics, website, short videos and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and insights to inform design strategies and messaging.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and target audience members within the organization.
• Work closely with team members, including Project Manager and Technical Lead, to turn Information Technology concepts and processes into clear and easily understood communication materials. 
• Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of communication efforts and provide regular reports and insights to leadership.

Required Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and persuasive messages.
• Strong storytelling ability, with a knack for translating complex concepts into compelling designs.
• Ability to create communications strategies and materials for Information Technology products, services and/or initiatives.
• Mastery of digital communication tools and platforms, including graphic and video software, and content management systems.
• Creative thinker with a proactive and solutions-based approach to meeting customer's needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build rapport with stakeholders.
  

Experience & Certifications:

• 5+ years of experience working as a visual designer, graphic designer or similar role, preferably in a government or corporate setting.
  • 2+ years of which spent developing communications strategies/materials for IT-related projects.
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual arts, communications, or related field (or 4 additional years of professional experience).
• Experience working on agile software development or transformation projects is a plus.
  

* Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance from the Federal Government. 

* Customer location is in Washington, D.C. but only requires minimal on-site presence. Option for full remote if customer approves based on candidate.

Why work at VG Systems?
Based out of Quantico, Virginia, VG Systems, LLC is a recognized HUBZone Small Business. Working with VG Systems means you're joining a family of staff focused on providing our unique "Value Gained" IT Services to our customers. We Implement Innovation© by delivering highly optimized project portfolio management, infrastructure solutions, and project management office support to the public, private, and DoD clients.

At VG Systems you'll receive:

• Competitive Salaries
  
• Company-sponsored 401k Plans
  
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  
• Continued Employee Education
  
• Remote Work Opportunities
  
• Generous PTO