Job Description

Are you a design specialist interested in all things related to design?
Do you want to be a strong advocate for great design, in all its forms?
Are your happiest moments when you work together with scientists, engineers, or technical staff who are achieving new heights because they are each contributing their special expertise and perspectives?
Are you the type of person that loves to research a design challenge or learn a new plugin to make the coolest most effective solution?
Do you believe a picture is worth 1000 words?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

Our Communications Department is seeking a Graphic Designer/Artist within our Multimedia Design Group to support or Air & Missile Defense and Force Projection Sectors! This group of creatives will provide technical staff, Lab leaders, and our Lab engagement and public relations strategists with high-quality multi-media products, ranging from short animations to scripted videos, from websites to microsites, from graphic identifiers to staging design, and from conceptual to technical illustrations.

As a Graphic Designer...

• Join an interdisciplinary design section of hardworking designers, illustrators, video producers, animators, and other creative staff members.
• Meet, work, and collaborate with staff at all levels of a matrixed organization to craft and build presentations with unquestionable integrity with outstanding communication skills
• Help us craft effective and impactful visual communications.
• Ensure projects are completed with high quality and on schedule.
• Prioritize multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions.
• Respect branding guidelines while confidently exploring cutting edge design techniques.
• Perform retouching and manipulation of images.
• Guide non-creative teams on design methodologies to help them build interesting and powerful concepts.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Provide a portfolio of work that demonstrates your artistic abilities.
• Have a bachelor's degree or 5+ years of proven professional experience with graphic design, illustration, or communications.
• Possess excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• A self-motivated, strong negotiator with the skills to assess situations, collaborate across the organization, make timely decisions, and communicate these decisions clearly.
• Proficiency in working with PowerPoint and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Hold an active Secret security clearance and can ultimately obtain Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
• Have a curiosity about learning and applying new software as required.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• • Knowledge and experience with the United States Military, DoD sponsors and platforms, hypersonics, autonomous systems, and/or AI.
  • Experience any of the following areas: AR/VR, 3D, Motion Graphics, VFX, and/or Simulations.
  Experience with Data Visualization, Presentation Design, Sketching, Illustration, Photo-Bashing, Compositing, and/or Storytelling

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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