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Proposal Development Center Graphic Designer

Accenture Federal Services

Arlington, VA

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SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Processes, Customer Support/Service, Design Services, Detail Oriented, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Government, Government Requirements, Government Standards, Graphic Design, Graphics, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft PowerPoint, Military, Multitasking, Proposal Development, Public Safety, Quality Management, Request for Proposals (RFP), Service Delivery, Storytelling, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Typography
LOCATION
Arlington, VA
POSTED
Today
 
At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. 
 
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. 
 
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
 

Step into the dynamic world of proposal design as a Proposal Development Center Graphic Designer, where your talent for visual storytelling shapes winning projects. Leveraging PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite, you'll craft visually compelling and professional proposals that make an impact. You'll dive into RFx documents to decode project requirements and challenges, applying advanced design thinking to deliver innovative and effective solutions. Your creative vision will drive graphics that meet stringent government standards, while your collaboration skills will shine as you connect and coordinate with the Proposal Management Team throughout every stage of proposal development.

In this fast-paced and stimulating environment, your rapid turnaround times and attention to excellence will set you apart. You'll juggle multiple projects and deadlines, ensuring every design stands out with quality and creativity. By staying at the forefront of design trends, mastering color theory, and refining typography, you'll elevate proposal presentations to new heights. As a collaborative team player, you'll champion innovative design initiatives, adapt seamlessly to new processes, and deliver outstanding service to clients. Your knack for transforming complex concepts into visually striking graphics will make you an essential part of our energetic, creative team.

If you're passionate about design, eager to push creative boundaries within the structure of proposal development, thrive in a collaborative team environment, and constantly look for ways to enhance processes, this role is the perfect fit for you!

 

The Work:

  • Utilize design thinking and principles to develop innovative and effective proposal designs using PowerPoint and the Adobe Creative Suite
  • Read RFx (Request for Proposal, etc.) documents to understand project requirements, scope, and complexity
  • Lead design efforts for written documents and orals presentations
  • Concept and design graphics that adhere to government requirements
  • Always ensure compliance on all designs
  • Communicate and coordinate with Proposal Management Team throughout the lifecycle of proposal development
  • Provide excellent customer service to our PDC and Portfolio clientele
  • Attend all required meetings including: kick-off, stand ups, solutioning sessions, and color reviews to clearly understand requirements, constraints, and obstacles to help navigate and provide input related to graphics
  • Create compelling original cover design for all proposal efforts
  • Demonstrate quick turnaround on proposal designs while maintaining high quality
  • Organize and govern all graphics files (all inbound, outbound, final, and draft graphics and art) in accordance with proposal process
  • Demonstrate attention to detail to eliminate rework due to spelling errors, typos, or erroneous layout
  • Supply availability to teams as soon as possible and secure back-up support when unavailable (including nights and weekends)
  • Provide timely status updates to Team Lead and report any issues immediately for remediation
  • Demonstrate ability to balance multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Stay updated on design trends, color theory, and typography to produce high-quality proposal designs
  • Learn and adopt AI enabled design and productivity tools (e.g., Adobe Firefly, Photoshop Generative AI, PowerPoint Copilot) to enhance proposal graphics
  • Apply AI tools to daily design tasks such as rapid concepting, visual refinement, image cleanup, and layout ideation
  • Seek opportunities to shadow teammates and obtain real-world experience in the field
  • Observe/lead concepting and solutioning sessions
  • Participate in Graphic Team Meetings and graphic exercises
  • Develop your professional brand and reputation
  • Adapt to new business processes and contribute as a team player
  • Continuously identify opportunities for professional development
  • Collaborate with internal teams on design initiatives and projects
  • Support/fostering a positive work environment
  • Available for some night/weekend support

 

Here's what you need:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design or a related field
  • 3 years of professional design experience
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Suite

 

Bonus points if you have:

  • Experience with proposal development

 

 

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

 

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:
$75,600—$144,500 USD
 
What We Believe
As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.
 
Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
 
Requesting An Accommodation 
Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
 
If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter.
 
Other Employment Statements 
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
 
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
 
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
 
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
 
California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information.

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