Graphics Designer

Position Overview

PingWind is in search of a skilled and detail-focused Graphics Designer to aid the U.S. Army and Department of Defense with their visual communication and multimedia requirements. The chosen candidate will produce top-tier graphic designs, branding assets, layouts, and multimedia content to support training documentation, public affairs initiatives, strategic messaging, briefings, and other essential mission materials.

Location and Clearance

This position is based in Fort Belvoir, VA and requires a Secret security clearance.

Education and Experience Required

Candidates must hold an associate's or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual arts, multimedia production, or a similar discipline, paired with a minimum of three years’ professional experience in graphic design, ideally working on Department of Defense, Army, or federal contracts.

Key Duties

• Design and develop 2D and 3D graphics, infographics, illustrations, and visual components for Army publications, training resources, and briefing documents.
• Support strategic communication and public affairs teams by creating digital media, event branding, and multimedia materials.
• Work collaboratively with instructional designers, authors, and subject matter experts to translate complex technical information into visually compelling and clear graphics.
• Generate visual aids such as PowerPoint slides, social media graphics, posters, banners, videos, and presentations.
• Ensure all outputs conform to Department of Defense and Army branding guidelines, security standards, and Section 508 accessibility compliance.
• Maintain and manage graphic asset libraries, templates, and version control through authorized file-sharing systems.
• Offer support for video editing, motion graphic creation, and interactive media projects as required.
• Utilize government platforms including SharePoint, Army MilSuite, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Learning Management Systems.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• At least three years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in DoD, Army, or federal agency contexts.
• Adobe Certified Professional certifications in Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign are desirable.
• Familiarity with Department of Defense Instructional Systems Design methods and the Army Learning Concept is a plus.

About PingWind

PingWind specializes in delivering exceptional services to federal agencies, with expertise spanning cybersecurity, IT development, infrastructure, supply chain management, system design, and process improvement. The company is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville, Alabama.

Benefits

• Eleven Federal Holidays annually
• Accrued Paid Time Off available each pay period
• Parental leave programs
• A choice of three medical plans with substantial employer contributions
• Dental and vision insurance coverage
• Company-funded short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance provided by the employer
• 401(k) plan featuring competitive contributions and vesting
• Support for continuing education
• Flexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, and commuter expenses
• Employee assistance programs
• Wellness incentives including Calm Health app and gym subsidies (WellHub)
• 529 college savings plan
• Legal insurance coverage
• Pet insurance options

Salary Details

The salary range for the graphics designer role is between $65,000 and $90,000 per year. This range serves as a guideline, and final offers take into account job duties, education, credentials, experience, internal salary structure, market data, and applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PingWind is committed to equitable employment practices without discrimination based on race, age, gender, religion, political views, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic.

Hiring Process Note

Artificial intelligence-based tools may assist in reviewing applications and analyzing candidate materials; however, all final hiring decisions are made by people. Candidates can inquire further about data handling policies if desired.