Graphics Specialist

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Kentro is hiring a Graphics Specialist to support the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.

Responsiblities:

• Design graphics and communique to build a cohesive and holistic brand experience that addresses brand position, business goals, and strategic objectives.
• Attend senior-level planning/briefing meetings to assess the audience and the nature of communication solutions required. Collaborate with product owners, leadership, and communication professionals to clarify technical issues. Liaise with subject matter experts and with branding and marketing specialists.
• Work with the NGA and CIO-T/TF/TFI Corporate Communications Staff to design and implement at targeted campaign plans.
• Gather raw data from various sources and develop comprehensive and visually engaging designs.
• Produce and deliver public relations materials (e.g., marketing plans, storyboards, fact sheets, brochures, etc.) for NGA CIO-T/TF/TFI trade shows, conferences, and other internal/external media events.
• Create graphics for NGA CIO-T/TF/TFI that creatively portray NGA’s web services programs to internal and external customers.
• Support Directorate meetings, conferences, briefings, and similar activities with professional-quality multi-media presentations.
• Design visual identifiers and coordinate with CIO-T Support contractors for NGA programs and initiatives.
• Independently initiate, manage, execute, and report tasks as identified by the government.
• Design in both offline and online communication formats.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, from concept to completion; exhibit flexibility and the knowledge to create multiple creative concepts.
• Develop and maintain the knowledge and understanding of NGA’s Corporate Identify or Brand Identity.
• Produce materials in both print and digital formats.

Location: Onsite in St. Louis, MO

• Demonstrated experience utilizing graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Master Collection CS6, Adobe Creative Suite)
• Demonstrated experience designing business products for print, digital publication, or online presentation. .
• Demonstrated experience creating, editing, organizing, and storing digital file formats supporting digital design (e.g. tiff, gif, png, pdf, jpg, svg, html, css).
• Demonstrated experience drafting and editing executive briefing materials, to include PowerPoint slides and notes, for presentation to other directorates, IC partners, service schools, associations, and public industry.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and experience of graphic design principles and production methods.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining strong interpersonal skills; be a team player and a positive and innovative thinker.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience having graphics project leadership skills by handling initial team requirements meetings to turning over final graphics for print or electronic production.
• Demonstrated experience designing coordinated marketing campaigns.
• Demonstrated experience in motion graphics e.g. After Effects.
• Demonstrated experience in designing mobile media.
• Demonstrated experience with multimedia design.

Clearance:

• Must have an active DOD TS/SCI at the time of hire, and willing/able to get CI Polygraph

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.  We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.  

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