Visualization Specialist

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Step into a mission‑driven creative role where your design work directly supports national security communication efforts. As a Visualization Specialist, you’ll collaborate with experienced designers and intelligence professionals to transform complex information into clear, compelling visual products seen by senior leaders across the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). This is an opportunity to grow your craft while contributing to high‑impact projects in a cutting‑edge, collaborative environment.

Full‑time on‑site position:
Monday through Friday.

• Design and produce visual products—including graphics, layouts, charts, and visual elements—for DIA briefings, publications, and communication materials.
• Edit and refine submitted designs to meet DIA branding, quality, and accuracy requirements.
• Proofread visual and written content to ensure consistency, clarity, and error‑free presentation.
• Collaborate with senior visual information specialists, communication leads, and internal stakeholders to clarify requirements and develop effective visual concepts.
• Participate in developing concepts, scripts, and simple storyboards for multimedia content.
• Integrate static and basic motion graphics into visual products as required.
• Provide timely customer responses (within one business day) and request clarification on requirements within one week when needed.
• Assist with Data Transfer/Removable Media duties, including obtaining and maintaining Data Transfer Officer (DTO) authorization within 60 days of onboarding.
• Ensure all materials meet accessibility standards and are understandable to diverse audiences.
• Support quality control reviews of graphics used across OCE communication channels.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
• Associate’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• 1–2 years of experience producing graphic design or multimedia products in a professional or academic setting.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong understanding of visual hierarchy, layout design, typography, and branding.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a classified environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

• Familiarity with motion graphics or basic video editing.
• Experience working with government, intelligence community, or enterprise branding guidelines.
• Experience supporting multimedia, briefing, or communication design projects.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., Section 508).

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long‑term and Short‑term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

95k-105k

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Other

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

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