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About this National Security Sr. Graphic Designer role at Guidehouse

Guidehouse · Onsite · US - VA, Arlington

Job Family:

Strategy & Transformation Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
We are looking for a Graphic Design / Visual Communications Analyst to support a Lead Graphic Designer in developing high-quality visual communications products for a federal government client. The Analysts will work closely with the Lead Graphic Designer, communications team, and program stakeholders to translate complex information and mission priorities into clear, professional, and engaging visual products for internal and external audiences.


The Graphic Design / Visual Communications Analysts will support the design and production of a broad range of communications materials, including presentations, infographics, reports, fact sheets, briefing materials, digital content, event materials, templates, social and web graphics, and other branded communications products. The Analysts will execute established creative concepts and visual standards while helping ensure products are consistent, accurate, accessible, and aligned with client branding and communications objectives.


Working under the direction of the Lead Graphic Designer, the Analysts will assist with concept development, graphic design, layout, presentation development, image selection, data visualization, document formatting, and final production. They will collaborate with communications, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, and program management personnel to convert technical or complex content into visually compelling and easily understandable materials.


The Analysts will also support the management of multiple concurrent design requests, incorporate feedback from the Lead and government stakeholders, maintain organized design files and templates, and perform quality assurance reviews prior to delivery. This position requires individuals who are comfortable operating in a fast-paced federal environment, responding to short-turnaround requirements, collaborating as part of an integrated creative team, and supporting high-visibility communications initiatives.


What You Will Need:


  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree
  • THREE (3) or more years of professional graphic design, visual communications, creative services, or related experience.
  • Experience serving in a lead graphic design or creative role, including responsibility for developing concepts, establishing creative direction, and managing products through final delivery.
  • Strong proficiency with professional graphic design and presentation tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft 365, particularly PowerPoint.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent design requests, incorporate stakeholder feedback, and deliver high-quality products within established deadlines.

What Would Be Nice To Have:


  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED DHS Public Trust.
  • Experience providing graphic design or visual communications support within DHS, federal law enforcement, or another federal agency.
  • Experience serving as the creative lead for large-scale communications, branding, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement campaigns.
  • Experience developing and implementing brand standards, visual identity systems, templates, style guides, and communications toolkits.
  • Experience creating visual products for public-facing communications, outreach initiatives, digital campaigns, events, conferences, or executive-level engagements.
  • Experience working directly with senior government stakeholders to translate communications objectives into creative concepts and finished products.
  • Experience designing data visualizations, infographics, process graphics, organizational graphics, and other products that simplify complex information.
  • Experience supporting communications in a fast-paced, high-visibility law enforcement or national security environment.
  • Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements and experience developing accessible communications products.
  • Demonstrated experience developing professional communications products such as executive presentations, infographics, reports, fact sheets, digital graphics, templates, and other branded materials.
  • Experience translating complex or technical information into clear, compelling, and audience-appropriate visual communications.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com.  Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.  Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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How this Graphic Designer salary compares

This role pays $130,500/yr — in line with the typical range for Graphic Designer roles.

$41,833 median $104,250 $195,000

Typical range $77,500–$145,300/yr, from 318 comparable Graphic Designer listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Graphic Designer salary insights →

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com

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