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Summary

Graphic Designers conceptualize, design, and produce visual intelligence analysis for U.S. policymakers.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Salary
$63,940 - $158,322 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 8 - 13
Promotion potential
15
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Position sensitivity and risk
High Risk (HR)
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
26-13034076
Control number
880142800

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Duties

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As a Graphic Designer at CIA, you will conceptualize, design, and produce visual intelligence assessments for US policymakers.

You will be part of an interdisciplinary team managing multiple design projects under minimal supervision. You will work with analytic colleagues to define project requirements and advise on optimal visual presentation. Graphic Designers are responsible for a wide range of projects such as charts and graphs, flow diagrams, infographics, presentation visuals, illustrations, publication design, cover designs, brochures, posters, and logos.

You will have opportunities for internal training as well as external conferences to develop and maintain your skills.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
  • You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
  • You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
  • You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
  • You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
  • For further requirements information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/cia-requirements/

Qualifications

Interested candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the US Constitution. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Ability to shape and lead solutions to data visualization in an increasingly complex and changing technological environment
  • Experience with the Adobe create suite of tools, such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
  • Strong creative portfolio demonstrating good use of typography, grid-based design, white space, and color theory
  • Excellent interpersonal skills are required to work and interface with customers, coworkers, and management
  • Knowledge of production tools and methodology and a strong technical aptitude to quickly learn new software and hardware
  • Ability to work periodic shift work, including nights and weekends
  • Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Desired Qualifications

  • Strong focus on continuous learning
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields, or a related area of study:
    • Fine Arts with strong emphasis in graphic design
    • Graphic Design
  • At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred, but exceptions are made for extenuating circumstances

Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

Central Intelligence Agency

We are the Nation's first line of defense, and we have a mission for you. Join us as we leverage the power of information to keep our Nation safe by collecting foreign intelligence, producing objective all-source analysis, conducting covert action at the president's direction, and safeguarding secrets that protect the United States. Our workforce is our strength. CIA is a place that values people with different backgrounds and perspectives. The goal being to create a community that fosters a sense of belonging in a way that enriches officers and empowers them to advance CIA's mission.

Read more about life at CIA here: https://www.cia.gov/careers/working-at-cia/

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