Graphic Artist - Level III

Graphic Artist - Level III

Department: IEW&S

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD

Compensation: $100,000 - $170,000 / year

ACI is a Woman-Owned Small Business professional services provider of engineering and technical services to the United States Government. We seek an experienced Graphic Designer to serve as part of ACI’s Government Programs Team, which supports CPE ISW for IEW&S HQs SETA.

As a Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for providing senior‑level graphics support, driving creative art direction, high‑end motion video concept design, and the production of print and multi‑media products while collaborating with senior designers on larger projects with minimal supervision. A Graphic Designer at ACI will:

• Lead the creation and execution of compelling visual concepts and creative strategies across print, digital, and motion media, ensuring adherence to brand standards and organizational objectives.
• Develop and oversee the production of print graphics integrated with high‑end motion video and animation projects, ensuring seamless visual storytelling.
• Independently design and produce strategic and executive‑level communication materials supporting senior leaders, incorporating clear and impactful messaging.
• Direct the development of storyboards, scripts, and creative planning documents to guide multimedia and video production teams.
• Create and provide illustrations, drawings, and other print art work.
• Provide photographs, charts, diagrams, maps, slides, overlays, and other kinds of visual material for use in communicating information.
• Coordinate and lead conference graphic support, including planning, development, and placement of printed materials, signage, exhibits, and other event visuals in collaboration with event planners and stakeholders.
• Manage technical graphic design deliverables related to industrial design, architecture, drafting, and environmental branding, ensuring accuracy and quality control.
• Lead budget development and cost management for graphic production and environmental branding initiatives; serve as the primary liaison with vendors, subcontractors, and consultants for graphic‑related services. Provide expert review and quality assurance for all graphic outputs, maintaining compliance with Army and CPE IEW&S branding and technical standards.
• Provide backup support to web design, development, and maintenance.

A Graphic Designer who fits our team is:

• Dynamic: contributes energy and enthusiasm to our daily tasks, to the team’s interactions, and to the Company’s mission.
• Thorough: possesses an unparalleled work ethic; produces complete, even polished products; persistent; mission‑focused; asks “Why?” as often as necessary to get to the root of the matter.
• Mature: respects others’ opinions, beliefs, and culture; listens to ideas, shares thoughts, and works independently and together to contribute insights to the company’s leaders.
• Forthright: speaks with conviction; argues based on understanding, respectfully.
• Inquisitive: seeks deeper explanations of how systems work, not the surface‑level description of the actors involved; goes beyond “stick‑fetching” to connect the unconnected.
• Timely: shows up, ready to think, prepared to get on with the day’s assignments; contributes analytical insights that meet time‑sensitive, reasonable requests.
• Honest: knows what’s right, what’s legal, what’s appropriate; acts accordingly.

• Due to the sensitive nature of this work, a US Government security clearance is required, and all applicants must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• High school diploma and 14 years of relevant experience, or
• Associate’s degree and 12 years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10 years of relevant experience, or
• Master’s degree in a related field and five (5) years of experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premier, After Effects, Edius, Lightroom, Photoshop, Capture One or other photography/videography and editing specific software.
• Knowledge of photography and videography techniques.
• Possess the ability to work with vendors and consultants for quotes on services and subcontractors or service providers.

• The ability to prepare and edit video content for broadcast, web, social media and other applications, including ability to adjust sound/color, add aftereffects, cut segments, etc.

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition and Professional Development Reimbursement Program