Raft
Senior Graphic Designer
Raft, Little Ferry, New Jersey, us, 07643
This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.Who we are:
Raft ( https://teamraft.com ) is a customer-obsessed non-traditional small business with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, with headquarters in Reston, VA. Our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting edge tech stack, and cloud native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans. Our team is rapidly growing and looking for an experienced
Senior Graphic Designer
to contribute to development efforts and join our passionate team of high-impact problem solvers. This is a unique opportunity to help build and shape a game-changing organization where we put our customers and people first.About the role:
The Senior Graphic Designer will play a pivotal role in visualizing and communicating our highly technical services and solutions to potential federal clients and partners. They will design diagrams, graphics, and process flows that elucidate our offerings, ensuring that our growth and proposal materials are not only informative but also aesthetically appealing.Collaborate and Translate: Work closely with our growth and technical teams to gather necessary information and translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling visuals. Effective collaboration and communication are essential skills for success in this role.Design and Tailor: Create and manage design materials, diagrams, infographics, process flows, and other graphic content tailored for federal contract proposals. Ensure that all graphics are not only visually appealing but also highly effective in conveying complex ideas.Editable Formats: Design all graphics in editable formats (PowerPoint, Figma, etc.) so that others involved in federal proposal submissions can tailor graphics once basic design elements are in place. This promotes efficiency and consistency in our proposal process.Compliance and Brand Standards: Ensure all visual materials adhere to federal guidelines and compliance instructions while also aligning with company brand standards. Attention to detail in maintaining consistency with these guidelines is crucial.Continuous Improvement: Proactively update and refine existing graphics based on feedback or changes in technical data. Strive for constant improvement to enhance the quality and impact of our visual materials.Asset Management: Maintain an organized repository of all graphic assets for easy retrieval and updating. Efficient asset management helps streamline the design process and maintain consistency across proposals.Stay Current: Stay updated with the latest graphic design trends, techniques, and tools to ensure our visual materials remain current and effective. This includes seeking opportunities for innovation and creativity in design.What we are looking for:Minimum of 3 years of industry experience as a graphic designer, preferably within a technical or federal contracting organization.Mastery of graphic design software, including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).Demonstrated ability to convert technical information into insightful visuals.Familiarity with federal contract proposal requirements and standards is a plus.Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.A portfolio showcasing a range of design work, with an emphasis on visualizing complex technical concepts.A Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Visual Communications, or a related field.Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a portfolio showcasing relevant work. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.Clearance Requirements:Ability to obtain and maintain a clearance.Work Type:RemoteWhat we will offer you:Highly competitive salary.Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.401(k) and company match.Unlimited PTO + 11 paid holidays.Education & training benefits.Annual budget for your tech/gadgets needs.Monthly box of yummy snacks to eat while doing meaningful work.Team off-site in fun places!Generous Referral Bonuses.And More!Our Vision Statement:
We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession with the mission.Our Customer Obsession:
We will approach every deliverable like it's a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.How do we get there?
Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking, and collaboration is a norm.Raft’s core philosophy is
Ubuntu: I Am, Because We are . We support our “nadi” by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration.We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Raft ( https://teamraft.com ) is a customer-obsessed non-traditional small business with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development, with headquarters in Reston, VA. Our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting edge tech stack, and cloud native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans. Our team is rapidly growing and looking for an experienced
Senior Graphic Designer
to contribute to development efforts and join our passionate team of high-impact problem solvers. This is a unique opportunity to help build and shape a game-changing organization where we put our customers and people first.About the role:
The Senior Graphic Designer will play a pivotal role in visualizing and communicating our highly technical services and solutions to potential federal clients and partners. They will design diagrams, graphics, and process flows that elucidate our offerings, ensuring that our growth and proposal materials are not only informative but also aesthetically appealing.Collaborate and Translate: Work closely with our growth and technical teams to gather necessary information and translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling visuals. Effective collaboration and communication are essential skills for success in this role.Design and Tailor: Create and manage design materials, diagrams, infographics, process flows, and other graphic content tailored for federal contract proposals. Ensure that all graphics are not only visually appealing but also highly effective in conveying complex ideas.Editable Formats: Design all graphics in editable formats (PowerPoint, Figma, etc.) so that others involved in federal proposal submissions can tailor graphics once basic design elements are in place. This promotes efficiency and consistency in our proposal process.Compliance and Brand Standards: Ensure all visual materials adhere to federal guidelines and compliance instructions while also aligning with company brand standards. Attention to detail in maintaining consistency with these guidelines is crucial.Continuous Improvement: Proactively update and refine existing graphics based on feedback or changes in technical data. Strive for constant improvement to enhance the quality and impact of our visual materials.Asset Management: Maintain an organized repository of all graphic assets for easy retrieval and updating. Efficient asset management helps streamline the design process and maintain consistency across proposals.Stay Current: Stay updated with the latest graphic design trends, techniques, and tools to ensure our visual materials remain current and effective. This includes seeking opportunities for innovation and creativity in design.What we are looking for:Minimum of 3 years of industry experience as a graphic designer, preferably within a technical or federal contracting organization.Mastery of graphic design software, including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).Demonstrated ability to convert technical information into insightful visuals.Familiarity with federal contract proposal requirements and standards is a plus.Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.A portfolio showcasing a range of design work, with an emphasis on visualizing complex technical concepts.A Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Visual Communications, or a related field.Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a portfolio showcasing relevant work. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.Clearance Requirements:Ability to obtain and maintain a clearance.Work Type:RemoteWhat we will offer you:Highly competitive salary.Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.401(k) and company match.Unlimited PTO + 11 paid holidays.Education & training benefits.Annual budget for your tech/gadgets needs.Monthly box of yummy snacks to eat while doing meaningful work.Team off-site in fun places!Generous Referral Bonuses.And More!Our Vision Statement:
We bridge the gap between humans and data through radical transparency and our obsession with the mission.Our Customer Obsession:
We will approach every deliverable like it's a product. We will adopt a customer-obsessed mentality. As we grow, and our footprint becomes larger, teams and employees will treat each other not only as teammates but customers. We must live the customer-obsessed mindset, always. This will help us scale and it will translate to the interactions that our Rafters have with their clients and other product teams that they integrate with. Our culture will enable our success and set us apart from other companies.How do we get there?
Public-sector modernization is critical for us to live in a better world. We, at Raft, want to innovate and solve complex problems. And, if we are successful, our generation and the ones that follow us will live in a delightful, efficient, and accessible world where out-of-box thinking, and collaboration is a norm.Raft’s core philosophy is
Ubuntu: I Am, Because We are . We support our “nadi” by elevating the other Rafters. We work as a hyper collaborative team where each team member brings a unique perspective, adding value that did not exist before. People make Raft special. We celebrate each other and our cognitive and cultural diversity. We are devoted to our practice of innovation and collaboration.We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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