Graphic Designer / Illustrator / Visual Communications SME

Overview

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Graphic Designer / Illustrator / Visual Communications Subject Matter Expert

to support our

Huntsville, AL

location. The Graphic Designer will develop high‑quality visual products that communicate complex technical, programmatic, and strategic information in support of the Warfighter mission. This role involves creating graphics, illustrations, branding materials, infographics, UI/UX elements, and presentation products for leadership, stakeholders, and external audiences. The designer will collaborate closely with Senior Executives, Executive Staff members, engineers, program managers, analysts, and communications personnel to ensure all visual materials are accurate, professional, and aligned with DoD standards. This is a fast-paced role requiring creativity, technical proficiency, and strong attention to detail.

Duties

Design and produce graphics, illustrations, infographics, and visual materials to support program documentation, briefings, reports, and communication products.
Develop high‑impact PowerPoint presentations, visual storyboards, and leadership briefing materials.
Create and maintain branding elements, including logos, templates, style guides, and visual identity standards.
Translate complex technical and programmatic information into clear, visually compelling graphics.
Support UI/UX design for SharePoint sites, dashboards, and digital tools.
Develop visual content for PMRs, IPTs, technical reviews, and stakeholder engagements.
Collaborate with engineers and analysts to ensure accuracy of technical illustrations and diagrams.
Produce graphics for contract documentation, white papers, and strategic communication materials.
Manage digital assets, version control, and archival of visual materials.
Ensure all products comply with DoD, Army, and organizational branding and security requirements.
Provide rapid‑turn graphics support for time‑sensitive requests.
Identify opportunities to improve visual communication methods and implement innovative design solutions.
Support multimedia needs, including light video editing, motion graphics, or animation (if applicable).

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience

Minimum of 15 years of experience in graphic design, visual communications, or related creative roles.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, etc.).
Experience designing graphics for technical, engineering, or DoD environments.
Strong ability to convert complex information into clear, visually engaging products.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint.
Experience developing branding materials, templates, and style guides.
Strong attention to detail, layout, color theory, and typography.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple design projects independently in a fast-paced environment.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
An active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, Fine Arts, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Desired Skills

10+ years of experience in graphic design or visual communications roles providing executive level briefings.
Experience supporting DoD program offices, acquisition programs, or engineering organizations.
Familiarity with UI/UX design principles and tools (Figma, XD, etc.).
Experience with motion graphics, animation, or multimedia production.
Ability to mentor junior designers or support enterprise‑level branding efforts.
Experience creating graphics for dashboards (Power BI, Tableau) or data visualization products.
Knowledge of DoD branding guidelines, MIL‑STD formatting, and communication best practices.
Experience with 3D modeling or technical illustration tools (e.g., Blender, SolidWorks Visualize).

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee‑owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture:

The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company has an award‑winning atmosphere and has matured into a company that includes the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career:

At PeopleTec, we value your long‑term goals. Whether through continuing‑education opportunities, robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec believes that our best investments are our people.

Come Experience It.

EEO Statement
PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have difficulty using our online system and need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, applicationhelp@peopletec.com and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTech, Inc. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec participates in E-Verify.

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