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Junior Graphic Designer Bring Ideas to Life. Help Shape Our Story. CALIBRE Systems, inc., an employee-owned, mission focused solutions and digital transformation company is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer. This will be a hybrid opportunity. Are you the person who notices great design everywhere? Do you enjoy turning a blank page into something that informs, inspires, and gets people excited? We're looking for a Junior Graphic Designer who is eager to learn, collaborate, and create meaningful work that supports both our company and the important missions of our clients. As part of our Corporate Communications and Marketing team, you'll support the development of compelling visual communications that advance the CALIBRE’s brand, business objectives, and mission delivery. While your primary focus will be supporting corporate stakeholders, you'll also have opportunities to contribute to client-facing projects and contract teams from time to time. This is a great opportunity for a designer early in their career who wants exposure to a wide variety of projects, enjoys working with different teams, and is excited by the intersection of creativity, technology, and visual storytelling. What You’ll Do No two days are exactly alike, but you can expect to: Design visually engaging materials for digital, print, presentation, and environmental applications. Create graphics for recruiting, internal communications, marketing campaigns, social media, events, and business development efforts. Develop presentations that transform complex information into clear and compelling visual stories. Support company branding initiatives and help ensure consistency across all communications. Partner with stakeholders across marketing, communications, HR, recruiting, business development, operations, and leadership teams. Occasionally support client-facing projects by developing visual communications and deliverables for contract teams. Prepare print-ready and digital-ready files that meet quality and production standards. Edit and optimize photos, graphics, and other visual assets. Maintain digital asset libraries, templates, and brand resources. Explore new design approaches, technologies, and AI-powered tools that enhance creativity and efficiency. Balance multiple projects while managing deadlines and stakeholder expectations. Salary range will be $55k to $70k annually Technical Skills Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Experience creating presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint. Understanding of fundamental design principles, including typography, layout, branding, visual hierarchy, and color theory. Ability to prepare files for both print and digital distribution. Basic photo editing and image optimization skills. AI & Innovation We believe great designers are lifelong learners. Familiarity with AI-powered tools and a willingness to explore emerging technologies. Understanding of responsible AI use, including compliance with company policies, client requirements, data protection standards, and copyright considerations. Professional Skills Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to accept feedback and incorporate revisions gracefully. Excellent attention to detail. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. A positive attitude and willingness to learn. A customer-focused mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality work. Bonus Points If You Have Experience with Adobe After Effects and/or Premiere Pro. Knowledge of motion graphics, video editing, or animation. Familiarity with Canva, Figma, or other collaborative design tools. Understanding of accessibility and Section 508 compliance. Experience supporting marketing, communications, proposal, or business development activities. Photography, videography, or digital asset management experience. Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, Fine Arts, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 1-2 years of graphic design experience, including internships, freelance projects, academic work, or professional experience. A portfolio showcasing your creativity, design thinking, and visual communication skills. Why You’ll Love It Here You’ll join a collaborative team that values creativity, curiosity, innovation, and continuous growth. Whether you’re designing a recruiting campaign, helping leadership tell an important story, creating event experiences, or supporting a mission-focused client deliverable, your work will have a visible impact. Alexandria, Virginia, United States Full-Time/Regular Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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