Graphic Designer

SUMMARY

The Graphic Designer is responsible for developing, designing, and producing high-quality visual communications that support GD NASSCO's business objectives, brand identity, employee engagement initiatives, recruitment efforts, community outreach, and corporate communications. This position creates print, digital, photographic, video, and multimedia content for internal and external audiences while ensuring brand consistency and visual excellence across all communication channels. Working closely with Communications, Marketing, Human Resources, operational departments, and external partners, the Graphic Designer develops creative solutions that effectively communicate key messages, enhance stakeholder engagement, and promote the company's brand and reputation. The role manages multiple concurrent projects, supports corporate events and publications, and serves as a visual communications resource for the organization. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

•  Develop creative concepts and produce print and digital communications, marketing materials, advertisements, presentations, publications, and other visual assets that support business objectives while maintaining brand standards, visual consistency, and quality expectations.

• Create, edit, and produce multimedia content, including graphic design, photography, videography, motion graphics, infographics, and digital advertising assets for shipyard operations, employee programs, events, community outreach activities, tours, and special projects.
• Develop, publish, and monitor content across social media and digital communication channels to support brand awareness, engagement, recruitment, and organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with Communications team members, internal customers, and external partners to develop, design, produce, and distribute creative campaigns, publications, employee communications, recruiting materials, events, and marketing initiatives.
• Present creative concepts and design recommendations to stakeholders and incorporate feedback into final deliverables.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing assignments and adapting to changing business needs to ensure high-quality deliverables are completed within established timelines.
• Organize and maintain digital assets, photography archives, design files, and multimedia resources in accordance with department standards.
• Operate and utilize design, photography, video, drone, and multimedia production equipment to support communication initiatives.
• Provide hands-on production, assembly, installation, and distribution support for communication, event, promotional, and marketing materials as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, Multimedia Design, Fine Arts, Communications, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional graphic design, visual communications, marketing, multimedia, or related experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and related design software.
• Experience working within established brand guidelines and maintaining visual consistency across multiple communication channels.
• Experience creating content for print, digital, social media, and multimedia communication platforms.
• Experience operating DSLR cameras and utilizing photography composition, editing, and image enhancement techniques.
• Strong knowledge of graphic design principles, typography, layout, branding, visual storytelling, and color theory.
• Demonstrated creativity, visual design aptitude, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Experience with social media content development, digital marketing, and analytics.
• Experience with videography, multimedia storytelling, and content production.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Experience with motion graphics, animation, and video editing using Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, or willingness to learn.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The essential functions of this role require work in both an office and industrial setting. The role requires prolonged periods of working in a stationary position, operating a computer, computer programs, and standard office equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. The role requires perceiving information and communicating effectively with others in person, online, and on the phone. The role also requires prolonged periods of working in indoor and outdoor industrial settings.  Must have the ability to safely access, navigate, and traverse the shipyard, construction areas, production areas, ships, and warehouses. Must be able to transit uneven surfaces and be agile to move quickly to avoid hazards and respond to unexpected obstacles. Must be able to observe, detect, identify, perceive, recognize, and process information to remain alert and timely comply with all safety requirements. Must be able to move, transport, and use equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. Duties performed on ships require ascending and descending stairs and ladders, transiting on scaffolding and at heights, transiting through manholes and other narrow, confined, or congested spaces. This position requires exposure to industrial areas which contain hazardous materials, loud noise (including sirens, horns, chipping, slamming, and hammering), dust, fumes, and exposure to weather.