Graphic Design Specialist jobs in Santa Fe, NM

Edgewater is seeking qualified candidates for a Graphic Artist 2 opportunity for our customer in Los Alamos, NM to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).

Short term assignment. Current end date scheduled for 30 September 2023 with possible extension

Location: Hybrid
Group/Organization: CEA- MP
Schedule: 5-8’s or 9/80’s
Clearance: US Citizenship for “Q” clearance

Education
This position requires an Associate’s Degree in Fine Arts and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Summary
Plans, develops, and produces a variety of two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) graphic design products for scientific and administrative publications, exhibits, and multimedia displays. Specific duties include conducting communication needs assessments, interacting with customers to analyze and develop content, and advising customers on Lab publication policies and procedures.

Help drive the future of Physical Experience and Exhibit Design at one of the world’s most prestigious and innovative multidisciplinary research institutions. Join the Multimedia Production (CEA-MP) group of Visual Designers at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) to inform, engage, and inspire LANL’s workforce and visitors through the creation of dynamic, engaging, and on-brand signage, physical displays, and spaces.

Technical Knowledge
To be a successful candidate, you will have thorough understanding of user-centered design principles (environmental, interior, behavioral, etc.) and the ability to conceptualize, design, and install best-in-class physical experiences across multiple platforms and spaces; knowledge of wayfinding principles and best practices, and how to correctly sign buildings for occupants; demonstrated ability to distill complex information and requirements into elegant and intuitive designs; demonstrated knowledge of exhibit design, visual design, branding, typography, iconography, illustration, or infographics;
an understanding of exhibit design best practices and production methods (offset printing, dimensional signs, museum and display graphics, etc.); in-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and working knowledge of other relevant design software; an ability to work with, support, and advance LANL’s existing design systems, style guides, and web component libraries; and experience maintaining and/or working within an existing brand design system.

Technical Communication
In this role, you will need outstanding written and oral communication skills and the capacity to understand and interpret technical and scientific concepts.

Collaboration
Collaboration is critical in this position, so you will need experience working as a productive member of an interdisciplinary team, including the demonstrated ability to develop solutions for a wide range of complex design problems while effectively networking with peers inside and outside the organization.

Customer Relations
In this role, you must have a demonstrated ability to analyze stakeholder and user needs and determine the structure, content, and format of communication products that best meet those needs.

Project Management
Project management, including establishing and maintaining budgets and schedules, is an important part of this position. To be successful, you need to have personal project management experience in guiding strategic, multi-faceted, and iterative projects with a collaborative mindset.

Education/Experience: This position requires an Associate’s Degree in Fine Arts and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications
Cross-disciplinary skills, such as writing, editing, photography, UI/UX design, and fabrication will be helpful in this position. Deep knowledge of print production processes, materials, vendors, and interior design principles will be particularly useful.

Note to Applicants
You must submit an online portfolio of recent work for consideration.
You are encouraged to submit a cover letter addressing your qualifications and experience related to the requirements of the position.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER
Founded in 2003, Edgewater is a professional and technical services firm supporting the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S., U.K., and Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector businesses involved in high-hazard or complex operations. Edgewater proudly offers expertise in numerous technical disciplines necessary to support operational environments where Integrated Safety Management and formal, disciplined operations are essential to ensure safety, quality, security, and regulatory compliance.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected Veterans, or individuals with disabilities.

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