Federal Contracting Services is hiring: Graphic Designer in Bethesda

Federal Contracting Services, LLC (FCS) is seeking two highly creative, strategically minded Graphic Designers to serve as visual storytellers for Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), the nation's premier military medical center. You will translate complex medical, military and command information into compelling, high-impact visual communications, and you will manage design projects from concept through final production in support of the Hospital Communications Department.

Role Description

Lead the design and production of command-level publications, public health campaigns, patient-education materials, environmental graphics, digital signage and social media content, adhering strictly to Walter Reed brand standards.

Act as project lead for graphic design requests: build timelines, manage the production calendar, and coordinate requirements and feedback with stakeholders across the medical center.

Translate complex medical and scientific concepts into clear, accessible infographics and visual aids for patients, families and senior military leaders.

Create and edit photographic and video assets and integrate them into multimedia products.

Collaborate with the public affairs team on visual strategies for major hospital events, initiatives and crisis communications.

Manage the approval workflow for visual materials, presenting concepts and final products to senior graphic designers and leadership for sign-off.

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communications or a related field.

5+ years of professional experience in graphic design, supported by a compelling portfolio that shows expertise in branding, layout for print and digital, and data visualization (infographics).

Demonstrated mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and familiarity with pre-press and digital file preparation.

Proven experience in healthcare communications, military public affairs, or a similar regulated, high-visibility environment.

A thorough understanding of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the safeguarding of Protected Health Information (PHI), and the ability to apply those principles rigorously in all visual products.

Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of concurrent projects, set priorities and meet firm deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualification

Experience with video editing and motion graphics software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects).

You Must Be Able To

Obtain and keep a Common Access Card (CAC) and a favorably adjudicated Tier 2 (non-critical sensitive) background investigation.

Sign a Defense Health Agency (DHA) Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHA Form 49) no later than the first day of employment, renewed each option year.

Complete DHA onboarding, mandatory Department of War (DoW) and DHA training, and HIPAA privacy and security training within the first 30 days.

Meet DHA health and immunization requirements.

Work on site at Walter Reed (8901 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD ), Monday through Friday except federal holidays; support contingency activations or exercises outside normal duty hours when required.

Additional FCS Requirements

Complete a short Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop skills exercise during screening.

Employer-subsidized medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their families

401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer contribution

11 paid federal holidays plus 80 hours of paid time off, usable for vacation or sick and safe leave

Employer-paid life and disability insurance

Government-furnished workspace and equipment at Walter Reed

Additional Information

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD

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