Graphic Designer Technical Illustrator 1
Horizontal Talent

Job Info

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Hybrid, in Broomfield, CO

Job description
Graphic Designer/Technical Illustrator I
We are seeking a Graphic Designer/Technical Illustrator I for a short-term contract. The position will primarily support proposal graphic production in support of new business, as well as the development of 2D graphics for events, marketing and internal communications. The Marketing & Communications Department works collaboratively and our stakeholder community to increase our profile in the market. This position is based in Broomfield, CO.
What You'll Do

• Use graphic software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Visio, and Microsoft Office Suite, to illustrate technical data and concepts for business proposals, program briefings, white papers and other documentation.
• Develop data plots, tables, infographics, functional block diagrams, technical graphics, high level operational concept graphics (OV-1s) and other illustrations to support business pursuits and processes.
• Use graphic software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Visio, and Microsoft Office Suite, to create new or update existing marketing creative and branding materials for internal and external use, such as brochures, tradeshow booth designs, advertising, employee communications, events, posters and more.
• Consult with subject matter experts to understand their technical solutions, then create compelling visual representations to effectively illustrate their concepts.
• Apply company-specific publication standards, branding elements, style guides, and best practices to create high-quality, branded professional content in all materials developed.
• Collaborate with the Marketing & Branding Manager to ensure consistency of design with our branding guidelines.
• Ensure all designs are developed with the highest quality and align with the company brand and strategy
• Provide additional internal and external communications support, as assigned.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS/BA in a related field.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of related experience. Two years of related experience may be substituted for each year of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Excellent skills in Microsoft products, including Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, Teams, Planner, SharePoint, Project and Outlook.
• Experience developing graphics for proposals and other technical documents.
• Exceptional visual communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work multiple projects simultaneously, under deadline pressure with fast turnarounds.
• Ability to engage with technically minded subject matter experts, grasp key concepts, and analyze and distill information into technically accurate, understandable visual representations of data.
• Customer minded approach to creating visuals by being receptive to multiple rounds of edits and incorporating feedback in a timely and professional manner.
• Experience working under brand guidelines.
• Experience with and the ability to collaborate and coordinate with individuals and teams at all levels, including senior-level executives.
• Experience setting up designs to print specifications
• Ability to identify and implement visual design elements to improve readability and understanding.
• Ability to apply information mapping concepts to organize complicated topics.
• Ability to incorporate accessibility considerations for those with disabilities.
• Ability to quickly learn new skills, new products or technical knowledge; stay current on new trends, ideas, technologies.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• General interest in science and technology.

Pay Information
Hourly Range: $31.35/hr - $38.32/hr
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

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