Proposal Visual Designer Job at Peraton in Herndon

Proposal Visual Designer
Job Locations
US

Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking a Proposal Visual Designer who is a creative professional to work within the Federal Civilian Sector that partners in proposal visual strategy by shaping the visual direction, layout approach, and storytelling framework for federal pursuits and submissions. This designer will play a key role in proposal and growth efforts by helping define visual strategy, crafting presentation storytelling, and producing high-impact graphics for federal government proposals, presentations, and more..

This role plays a critical part in shaping how we communicate with federal government customers by translating complex ideas into clear, compelling, and persuasive visual designs. You will collaborate with technical experts, designers, volume leads, proposal managers, and other stakeholders to produce clear, compelling visuals. You will translate written content from worksheets, drawings, discussions, and strategy sessions into visually engaging graphics and/or slides that integrate win themes, benefits, and proof points.

The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and hands‑on designer who can analyze needs, advise stakeholders, and independently deliver polished work across presentations, proposals, internal intranet communications, and other collateral.

Day to Day Work Responsibilities

Partner in proposal visual strategy by shaping the visual direction, layout approach, and storytelling framework for pursuits and submissions

Lead visual storytelling efforts by translating complex technical and business concepts into clear, compelling visual narratives

Design high impact proposal graphics, infographics, and diagrams - focusing on key strategic deliverables such as concepts of operations, value propositions, transition/transformation approaches, organization charts

Collaborate closely with strategists, writers, capture teams, and subject matter experts

Design visually compelling presentations, executive briefings, and storytelling materials

Support internal communications through SharePoint intranet design and updates, including content creation and page maintenance

Develop collateral such as brochures, one‑pagers, leave‑behinds, and event materials

Apply and maintain brand standards across all deliverables

Manage multiple projects and shifting priorities in a deadline‑driven environment

Use AI-assisted tools to support ideation, efficiency, and design workflows

Must reside within proximity to our Reston or Herndon VA offices and be available to work onsite on an as‑needed basis.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field and five years professional experience or a high school diploma/equivalent and nine years professional experience.

Demonstrated professional experience in visual design, graphic design, presentation design, or a related discipline

Experience in government proposal development, including government‑supplied layout, design requirements, and specifications

Experience with capture, or business development environments

Strong portfolio demonstrating proposal visuals and presentation design

Proven ability to translate complex content into engaging visual communications

Advanced proficiency in design platforms like Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Figma (Design and FigJam)

Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint design skills, including templates and animations/transitions

Experience designing and maintaining content in Microsoft SharePoint

Ability to leverage AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude and ChatGPT in the ideation & design process

Strong collaboration and stakeholder communication skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

Willingness to work onsite during critical proposal phases, including evenings and weekends when necessary.

Ability to be onsite in Herndon & Reston, VA for proposal support.

Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in creating oral slide decks for FEDSIM proposals

Experience supporting federal or state government clients

Understanding of Design Thinking and human‑centered design principles

Video, motion graphics, animation, or illustration skills

Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next‑generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range
$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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