LOCATION:                      Joint Base Bolling Anacostia, Washington DC

TRAVEL:                           None

JOB DESCRIPTION:         As Graphic Designer, Mid-Level, you will produce print graphics in support of finished intelligence (FINTEL) for our DoD IC Government client; creating graphic designs for multiple concurrent and sequential intricate work assignments. Assignments completion requires a mix of adherence to tradecraft and Agency standards and guidance as well as originality and innovation as you determine and create the optimal graphic designs in response to analyst requests and feedback and the support, advice, and guidance from team members.  Care and attention to detail must be given to ensure accuracy, quality, information conveyance, and on-time deliverables to meet scheduled FINTEL production and dissemination deadlines.  .

QUALIFICATIONS:

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

• TS/SCI w/CI Polygraph
  • TS/SCI may be acceptable provided you are willing to undergo a CI Polygraph.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in graphic design, with 2 years’ experience within the last 2 years.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a professional work environment.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience and proficiency using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Creative Suite to create intricate, detailed, and creative concept visualizations and graphic designs to accurately convey information.
• Experience successfully supporting multiple intricate and concurrent graphic-design & concept visualization creation and update/edit assignments.
• Proven successful time-management skills; being deadline-oriented and delivering on time.
• Proficient in Microsoft365 tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Knowledge of the DoD and the intelligence community (IC).
• Experienced and comfortable working independently and collaboratively, giving and taking direction, as a member of a team of graphic designers.
• Not required, but is a “plus” to have:
  • Experience with MAPublisher.
  • Experience working in a DoD facility and environment.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or other relevant/similar field.

CERTIFICATION:

• None required
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner certification is desired but not mandatory.

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Possesses a principled work ethic founded in honesty, dependability, punctuality, civility, accountability, integrity, accuracy, diligent performance, customer-satisfaction-focused, and respect.
• Has the courteous and affable interpersonal skills required for successful workplace communications, comradery, and work completion.
• Is comfortable, productive, and adds value (1) working as a member of a team and taking direction (leading & managing teams if required), and (2) working independently.
• Conveys written and verbal communications and information clearly, concisely, and correctly the first time -- in a timely & efficient manner -- using proper grammar and well organized and structured paragraphs and sentences.
• Seeks opportunities for professional development and accepts well-meaning constructive criticism.

COVID-19:

• The U.S. Government requires all personnel supporting U.S. Government activities/contracts to provide proof of COVID-19 Vaccination upon request, and/or take COVID-19 test and report results upon request, and/or receive U.S. Government approval for Reasonable Accommodation Exemption prior to beginning work.  All COVID-19 information is maintained as confidential medical information in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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ABOUT SOUNDWAY:

FOUNDING PRINCIPLES.  Founded in 2011 by Diane Bellegarde, a U.S. Army Service-Disabled Veteran, SoundWay is founded on the principle of Continued Service to Country through Contracting.

SoundWay’s mission. To help our clients succeed, our employees excel and to have a positive impact.

SoundWay provides (i) information technology (IT) and Mission Support (MS) services and solutions to the federal government’s Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD) and select Civil Agencies and the State of Virginia government, and (ii) cybersecurity services and solutions to commercial businesses, academia, and organizations including: Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Certified 3^rd Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) formal CMMC certification assessments, CMMC and other cybersecurity compliance and certification-readiness services – i.e., gap analysis, POAM, SAR, remediation, etc., CMMC Managed Services, and Separation of Duties services.

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Benefits & Perks:  SoundWay values its employees, respecting the whole person, and recognizing their efforts & accomplishments. True to our Mission Statement we offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, and an ethical & respectful company culture, which includes the following Benefits & Perks:

• Healthcare Benefits.  SoundWay pays 100% of an employee's premium for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, & $50K Life Insurance, and approximately 25% of the additional cost to add spouse/partner/child(ren)/family coverage.
• Bonus in Lieu of Benefits.  SoundWay pays a $3,000/year Bonus in Lieu of Benefits to employees who elect not to enroll in SoundWay-provided medical benefits.
• Flexible Spending Account.  SoundWay offers a voluntary 401K Retirement Plan (Slavic401K), contributing up to 3.5% matching contribution.
• Professional Development Reimbursement. SoundWay reimburses up to $2,000 a year for qualified and approved professional development, i.e., college courses, certification classes & testing, & professional association membership fees.
• Paid Non-Worktime.  All full time SoundWay employees receive 10-Paid Federal Holidays and a minimum of 15 days Paid Time Off.
• Giving Back. SoundWay embraces Giving Back and encourages all staff to recommend ideas and opportunities to give back to their communities and worthwhile organizations through monetary and activity-based support. Over the years SoundWay has had a positive impact on many communities through:
  • BSA Eagle Scout scholarships,
  • Softball team sponsorships,
  • Donations to the Bea Gaddy Family Centers (Baltimore, Maryland),
  • Donations and participation in the Susan G. Komen and Making Strides breast cancer walk events,
  • And more; we can’t wait to hear your suggestions!

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