National Defense Industrial Association - (NDIA) · 1 week ago
Graphic Designer
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelNational Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is a leading organization focused on advancing the defense industry. The Graphic Designer will support the creative vision by implementing high-quality design solutions across various media including print, digital, and events, while collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure brand consistency.
Cyber SecurityGovernmentSecurity
Responsibilities
Create event branding based on creative brief calls with division leaders, using tools such as Photoshop and AI-generated imagery to produce visually compelling graphics that reflect the requested themes and messaging
Support the layout and follow through on the production timelines for event programs, long reports and white papers, including the creation of custom charts, infographics, and complex visual elements
Design engaging on-site graphics, including event programs and signage for both on- and off-site use. Projects range from small-scale items (table tent cards) to large-scale custom branding, including stage graphics (static printed and digital motion), column wraps, window clings, promotional stacked cube displays, and unique event-specific items like commemorative coins
Develop compelling visual content for social media and websites, including infographics, digital and social media advertisements, and promotional graphics
Design print advertising and marketing materials, including magazine ads, postcards, and one-pagers for membership, sponsorship, and advertising initiatives
Contribute to the visual identity of email newsletter campaigns, including Defense Watch, Policy Regulatory Digest, and the ETI Spotlight
Support the creation and maintenance of internal branded documents (e.g., letterhead, forms, one-pagers, presentation decks, and marketing templates), while the primary responsibility lies with other team members
Support in creating branding for key initiatives, contributing design expertise to ensure consistency and cohesion across materials
Maintain and apply corporate and affiliate branding (ETI, NTSA, and WID) across all campaigns and associated assets
Collaborate on design efforts across the marketing team, internal departments, and external stakeholders, contributing creative solutions that align with project goals
Conceptualize and develop design concepts based on discussions with division leaders, strategic objectives, and project requirements
Work with team members and divisions to refine concepts and event branding with a clear understanding of audience interests and messaging priorities
Receive and incorporate feedback with a problem-solving mindset and a positive, can-do attitude under tight deadlines
Partner closely with the marketing team on daily activities, collaborating with the copy editor, social media team, and marketing email team to ensure cohesive messaging and branding across all platforms
Provide hands-on support and guidance to colleagues using design software, helping troubleshoot challenges and offering tips or techniques
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in graphic design, with a focus on marketing and advertising projects in a corporate setting
Experience creating print, digital, and event-related materials, including layouts for reports, white papers, and infographics
Strong portfolio highlighting experience in the above areas
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Strong page layout and editorial design expertise
Expertise in photo compositing and AI-generated imagery, using tools such as MidJourney or Firefly to blend multiple images and create visually compelling, cohesive graphics that align with project briefs
Ability to create visually compelling graphics that reflect project briefs and branding guidelines
Ability to execute design projects from concept to completion, ensuring brand consistency
Strong communication skills to collaborate with and advise cross-functional teams
Provide guidance to colleagues on design tools and processes, supporting skill development (without formal supervisory responsibility)
Detail-oriented and capable of meeting tight deadlines while producing high-quality work
Thrives in a fast-paced environment with proven creative and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Familiarity with Monday.com, WordsFlow, and Datylon is a plus
Company
National Defense Industrial Association - (NDIA)
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is America’s leading Defense Industry association promoting national security.
Founded in 1919
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jasmin Rathod
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2025-10-14
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