Visual Communications & Brand Design Specialist

Visual Communications & Brand Design Specialist

Prescott, AZ 86305
Employment Type: Contract
Industry: ALT - Alternative Energy
Job Description

Position Title: Visual Communications & Brand Design Specialist
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Visual Communications & Brand Design Specialist opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
Technical Visualization & 3D Model Production: Produce accurate CAD renderings of reactor systems, containment structures, plant layouts, and key technology components using SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, or equivalent tools — in close collaboration with engineering team members.
Create photorealistic visualizations (Keyshot, Blender, Cinema 4D, or similar) of reactor concepts, site configurations, and technology assemblies for use in investor decks, board materials, government briefings, and public communications.
Manage the end-to-end 3D printing workflow: prepare and optimize print files, select materials, operate or coordinate with printing services, and deliver finished scale models for boardroom presentations, congressional office visits, conference exhibitions, and media use.
Maintain version-controlled design files as engineering designs evolve through NRC pre-application and licensing phases; document visual asset changes in coordination with the engineering team.
Develop visual explainer assets — cross-sections, labeled diagrams, animated or static system schematics — that enable non-technical audiences to grasp core technology concepts.
Brand Identity & Visual Standards: Own and evolve the company's visual brand system: logo usage, typography, color palette, iconography, data visualization style, and overall design language.
Create and maintain comprehensive brand guidelines documentation for use by internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Design and maintain master templates for recurring deliverables: board decks, investor presentations, one-pagers, fact sheets, government leave-behinds, conference materials, and social media formats.
Review all external-facing materials for brand consistency regardless of creator; provide design feedback and corrections as needed.
Board, Investor & Government Materials: Design high-quality presentation materials for board meetings, investor updates, and fundraising decks — translating text-heavy content from the communications specialist and leadership into visually compelling, polished outputs.
Produce briefing books, branded leave-behind packets, and visual one-pagers for DOE, NRC, and congressional meetings; design infographics that communicate complex regulatory, technical, or financial content for non-expert audiences.
Create conference booth graphics, pull-up banners, signage, and exhibit environments for trade shows and stakeholder events.
Social Media & Digital Content: Design and produce visual content across all company social channels (LinkedIn, X/Twitter, YouTube): static graphics, short-form motion graphics, data visualizations, and milestone announcement assets.
Maintain an organized digital asset library accessible to the full marketing and communications team.
Collaborate on visual storytelling for major company milestones — funding announcements, technology demonstrations, regulatory submissions, and leadership hires.
Ensure all digital content meets platform-specific format, resolution, and accessibility standards.
Photography, Video & Multimedia: Coordinate or directly execute photography and video capture for facility visits, laboratory milestones, leadership headshots, and team events.
Produce or oversee short-form video content: executive messages, technology explainers, and event recap content.
Edit and color-grade video assets; create basic motion graphics and lower-thirds for video deliverables.
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering (design focus), Architecture, or related field — or equivalent professional portfolio in lieu of degree.
4+ years of professional experience in visual communications, design, or technical illustration.
At least 1–2 years in a startup, engineering, advanced technology, or science-adjacent environment.
Proficiency in at least one CAD/3D modeling tool: SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, Rhino, or equivalent.
Demonstrated experience producing 3D renderings for non-technical or stakeholder audiences.
Hands-on experience with 3D printing: file preparation, print operation or vendor coordination, and finishing.
Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and at least one of Premiere Pro or After Effects).
Strong portfolio demonstrating both technical visualization and polished branded communications design.
Ability to collaborate with engineers or scientists to accurately represent complex physical systems.
Comfortable operating independently in a resource-constrained startup with limited design infrastructure.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
6-9 years of experience in design and visual communications, with demonstrated progression in responsibility.
Prior experience creating visual assets for regulatory submissions, federal agency briefings, or Capitol Hill stakeholder materials.
Photorealistic rendering experience using Keyshot, V-Ray, Blender Cycles, or equivalent.
Motion graphics or animation skills (After Effects, Cinema 4D) applied to investor or public communications.
Experience in nuclear energy, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated technology sectors.
Familiarity with rapid prototyping beyond FDM: SLA, SLS, or multi-material printing.
AR/VR or interactive visualization experience for technology demonstration or stakeholder engagement.
Travel Required: Approximately 15%.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay Rate Range: $50-75/hr.
Location: Prescott, Arizona
Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We're passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Meet Your Recruiter

Jeff Morgante

I have been working in technical staffing since 2010, specializing in recruiting hardware, software, electrical, and mechanical engineers. My recruiting style is personal, where I understand the technology and can communicate with engineers on all levels with an engineering background myself, I can relate and communicate using the same language.
Finding an excellent fit for engineers is why I love recruiting; I can help you achieve your career goals and job transitions and find the perfect fit for you. My philosophy is "never give up". Outside of work, I like to put my energy into listening to vinyl records, hiking, and cooking. I have two dogs, Kaleb and Kayce, and two cats, Mika and Shiloh. I am originally from upstate New York, but I love living in the Pacific Northwest! I have a passion for cars, old and new, so finding common ground is easy for me. Let's get started today!