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Center for a New American Security

<div><p>The Center for a New American Security is an independent, bipartisan, nonprofit think tank that develops strong, pragmatic, and principled national security and defense policies. CNAS is looking to hire a graphic designer to work with our creative director, editors, and researchers to produce visual materials that elevate the presentation of our national security ideas and analysis. In this position you&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to design everything from branded campaigns to infographics, custom illustrations, maps and charts, editorial design and layout, motion graphics, video, and web content.</p><p></p><p><br>
This position is for a creative who loves variety: someone who can create novel cover art concepts for a report on drones, sketch out artboards for an explainer video on digital currency, or create new branding for a center-wide campaign, while also laying out 60 pages of text for a report on AI, developing a PowerPoint deck for an internal board meeting, or selecting a branded holiday gift for partners and employees. The research at CNAS is entrepreneurial and bold, enabling the design team to push boundaries with visual solutions.</p>
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Visit this link to see some of our design work.</p><br>
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Responsibilities</b></p><br>
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<li>Designing CNAS reports to include formatting text; placing assets; creating custom interior graphics and report cover art; preparing files for print and web; and designing assets for promotion.</li>
<li>Creating infographics such as maps, charts, and data visualizations.</li>
<li>Developing branding and illustrations for new projects or special events.</li>
<li>Assisting teams with graphics development for presentations and events using non-designer tools like PowerPoint.</li>
<li>Developing art and storyboards for motion designers to develop explainer videos.</li>
<li>Assisting the creative director in ways to improve design team capabilities and processes.</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications and Requirements</b></p><br>
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Required:</p>
<ul>
<li>Has a BA/BS in graphic design or equivalent experience.</li>
<li>Has a portfolio demonstrating relevant work across print and digital products.</li>
<li>Is skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud &mdash; with an emphasis on InDesign &mdash; to create text-rich layouts for reports, magazines, newspapers, books, and marketing materials, with strong attention to detail in typesetting and formatting.</li>
<li>Has experience creating data visualizations that translate complex topics into clear, compelling visuals.</li>
<li>Understands digital design spaces and can produce graphics for social media, email, event platforms, websites, podcasts, and videos.</li>
<li>Has experience building new brands as well as maintaining and evolving existing ones.</li>
<li>Is well organized, manages multiple concurrent projects and files, and consistently meets deadlines &mdash; taking projects from brief to final delivery with sound design judgment and minimal oversight.</li>
<li>Has experience working directly with clients or stakeholders: gathering requirements, pitching concepts, and confidently articulating the story and rationale behind design decisions.</li>
<li>Works collaboratively and flexibly, integrating feedback from both designers and non-designers, and brings proactive creative instincts while remaining receptive to direction.</li>
<li>Can communicate design principles to non-designers and equip colleagues with templates in tools like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Canva, and data visualization software.</li>
<li>Has legal right to work in the United States.</li>
<li>Is based in Washington, D.C. metro area (DC, MD, VA) or willing to relocate upon job offer. This position includes a mix of remote and in-person work, with a regular presence at our D.C. office expected. We're open to discussing the specific arrangement with strong candidates.</li><br>
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<p>Preferred:</p>
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<li>Has 5+ years of design experience, or 3+ years in an agency or multi-designer studio environment.</li>
<li>Has an interest in government, U.S. national security, foreign policy, or international relations.</li></ul><br>
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About CNAS</b></p><br>
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The Center for a New American Security develops bold, innovative, and bipartisan national security and defense policies that promote and protect American interests and values. Building on the deep expertise and broad experience of its staff and advisors, CNAS engages policymakers, experts, and the public with innovative fact-based research, ideas, and analysis to shape and elevate the national security debate. As an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit research organization, CNAS leads efforts to help inform and prepare the national security leaders of today and tomorrow. CNAS is located in Washington, D.C.</p><br>
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CNAS is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.</p><br>
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CNAS offers a complete and competitive benefits package for employees which includes medical, dental, vision, life and AD&amp;D insurance, short and long term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, transportation subsidies, and an employee assistance program.</p></div>

Graphic Designer

Peraton

<div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>ABOUT PERATON</b></h5><p>
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world&rsquo;s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we&rsquo;re keeping people around the world safe and secure.</p></div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
ABOUT THE ROLE</b></h5><div><div>
We are seeking a highly skilled <b>Graphic Designer / Motion Graphics Specialist</b> to create compelling visual communications that support scientific, medical, and public health messaging. This role combines strong design fundamentals with advanced motion graphics expertise to produce engaging, accessible, and impactful content across print and digital platforms.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Key Responsibilities:</b></div><br>
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Design and produce a wide range of visual communication materials, including:
</li><ul><li>Scientific posters, presentations, and data visualizations
</li><li>Publications (fact sheets, brochures, reports, books, infographics)
</li><li>Digital assets (logos, icons, web graphics, social media visuals)
</li><li>Motion graphics and animations
</li></ul><li>Develop creative visual solutions that effectively communicate complex scientific and public health information to diverse audiences
</li><li>Provide consultation and strategic guidance to internal clients throughout the creative process, ensuring high-quality deliverables and excellent customer service
</li><li>Collaborate with subject matter experts, health communication specialists, and digital teams to produce cohesive and accurate materials
</li><li>Ensure all deliverables comply with:
</li><ul><li>Organizational branding and visual identity standards
</li><li>Section 508 accessibility requirements
</li><li>Health equity and inclusive communication principles
</li></ul><li>Manage and track projects using a graphic design project management system to ensure timely completion
</li><li>Communicate project status to Team Lead and escalate challenges as needed
</li><li>Participate in team meetings and foster strong, positive working relationships across teams</li></ul><div><b><br>
</b></div></div></div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></h5><div></div><div><div><b><br>
Basic Qualifications:</b></div><br>
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Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.</li><li>
Experience with Graphic design (typography, color theory, layout design)
</li><li>Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) experience
</li><li>Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel for visual communications experience
</li><li>Demonstrated experience in:
</li><ul><li>Creating high-quality motion graphics and animations
</li><li>Full animation workflow (storyboarding, design, animation, sound integration, export)
</li><li>Applying animation principles (timing, pacing, staging, cinematography)
</li><li>Character illustration and rigging
</li></ul><li>Advanced typography expertise (kerning, tracking, leading, typesetting, classifications, etc.)
</li><li>Strong portfolio showcasing design and motion graphics work
</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, including design consistency, accuracy, and proofreading
</li><li>Strong organizational skills and file management practices
</li><li>Experience with human-centered design and storytelling
</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills; openness to feedback and critique
</li><li>U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Holder status required
</li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain required agency clearance
</li></ul><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div><br>
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Master&rsquo;s degree in medical Illustration or Biomedical Visualization
</li><li>Experience designing for public health organizations
</li><li>Strong understanding of branding systems and maintaining visual consistency
</li><li>Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG and Section 508
</li><li>Experience with 3D design and animation tools (modeling, rendering, motion graphics)
</li><li>Knowledge of: Video compositing and editing techniques, File compression and optimization for digital platforms
</li><li>Sound design and audio integration experience</li><li>
Familiarity with interactive and web/mobile animation design
</li><li>Experience integrating motion elements into digital platforms (GIFs, embedded video, transitions)
</li><li>Experience using generative AI tools in creative workflows
</li><li>Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (including grammar for native audiences)</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
DETAILS</b></h5><div><p>
<b>Target Salary Range:</b> $80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual&rsquo;s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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<b>Benefits Statement:</b> Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
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<b>Application Statement:</b> The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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EEO:</b> Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.</p></div></div><div></div>

GRAPHIC DESIGNER / MOTION GRAPHICS SPECIALIST

Daily Caller News Foundation

<p><b>About the job</b></p><p>&ldquo;Your Rebels In The Swamp&rdquo; The Daily Caller News Foundation is a fast-growing, non-profit news organization committed holding the powerful to account. We are looking for an energetic, creative, and tech-savvy <b>Video Producer &amp; Editor</b> to turn our investigative research into compelling visual stories.</p><p><b>The Role:</b> We are seeking a <b>Video Producer &amp; Editor</b> with a passion for turning bombshell investigations into deeply impactful narrative video. You will work directly with our investigative reporters and other video editors to turn in-depth analyses into viral video content, documentaries, and social media shorts. The ideal candidate loves delving into news stories and communicating them in visuals and sound that are easy to consume, memorable, and speak to the viewers' emotions.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><b>Investigative Storytelling:</b> Transform exclusive investigative reports, FOIA documents, and news stories into engaging, high production value video content for social media, our website, and direct delivery to relevant political leadership.</li><li><b>Editing &amp; Motion Graphics:</b> Edit still and motion graphics in Canva and video in Adobe Premiere Pro for news and informative video content. You will create motion graphics, animated text overlays, map overlays, and visual effects to make data-driven stories visually exciting.</li><li><b>Field Production &amp; Interviewing:</b> Set up lighting, cameras, and audio equipment for in-studio and on-location interviews with high-profile figures.</li><li><b>Rapid Turnaround:</b> Turn investigative findings into &quot;same-day&quot; promotional clips and breaking news videos.</li><li><b>Travel:</b> Occasionally travel with reporters for on-the-spot investigations, documentary shooting, or high-level interviews.</li></ul><p><b>Required Experience &amp; Skills</b></p><ul><li><b>2-5 years</b> of professional video editing and production experience in a fast-paced environment (news, digital media, or documentary preferred).</li><li><b>Advanced Skills:</b> Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) and Canva.</li><li><b>Motion Graphics Proficiency:</b> Strong portfolio of video production, ideally including motion graphics and text-based animation.</li><li><b>Camera Proficiency:</b> Solid understanding of lighting techniques (three-point lighting), audio recording, and cinematography for interviews.</li><li><b>Equipment Knowledge:</b> Ability to assemble field kits on tight deadlines and troubleshoot video production equipment independently.</li><li><b>Alignment:</b> An interest in investigative journalism and alignment with the Daily Caller News Foundation&rsquo;s mission.</li><li><b>A Sense of Humor</b></li></ul><p><b>Application Process</b> Applicants must apply here or submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio or link to a demo reel to chris@dcnf.org</p><p>Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Video Producer - Special Projects

Accenture Federal Services

<div></div><div><div><div><div>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.</div>
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<div>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.</div>
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<div>Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!</div><br>
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The work:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Support and facilitate client video creation for remote and field-based video production work. Including filming, editing, sound mixing, and motion graphic creation for a range of video products related to duties as assigned.
</li><li>Works in collaboration with the Song Video Production Lead, creative teams, client account teams, and production staff (as needed) to produce various video products for digital distribution, including micro-documentary and a range of motion graphics animated content.</li>
<li>Create and combine motion graphics and graphic design to produce compelling and engaging video content that meets client objectives.
</li><li>Develop high‑resolution motion graphics for LED walls used in live events, along with animated case studies, explainer videos, high‑impact sizzle reels, product release demos, After Effects character animation, and short social media animated GIFs.</li>
<li>Post-Production Plan and perform video post-production tasks for a range of deliverables including mini‑documentaries, video podcasts, sizzle reels, and product demos, which include proper media management of footage after remote and live shoots, reviewing footage and making editorial decisions, video transcoding, rough cuts, audio mixing, color correction, motion graphics and lower third titles, video compression for output, and final archiving of completed projects.</li>
<li>Support the planning and filming of live and remote studio video productions. Help set up video cameras and audio mixers. Adjust studio lighting equipment. Assist with virtual production workflows that combine LED‑wall environments with live‑action capture. Adjust audio equipment, including assorted lavalier and shotgun microphones&mdash;film &quot;B-roll&quot; footage and interviews for edited videos.
</li><li>Provide limited troubleshooting of video, audio, and lighting equipment. Perform routine equipment maintenance.</li>
<li>Execute pre-production and production planning activities.</li>
<li>Communicate technical information in non-technical terms&mdash;conduct field-based video production, which may involve interacting with Client Account teams and Clients.</li>
<li>Operate portable video and audio equipment; transport and set up lighting and audio equipment as required; provide limited troubleshooting and maintenance of field production equipment.</li></ul><br>
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Here's what you need:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree</li>
<li>5+ years of experience in using Adobe After Effects to create motion graphics videos
</li><li>Experience in motion graphics, video editing, and at least a basic knowledge of professional video production practices.
</li><li>Intermediate to advanced level of standard software applications proficiency with an understanding of current video/photo formats, codecs, project-based file management, and editing with Adobe Premiere Pro</li>
<li>Basic to intermediate experience in visual design or art direction, with experience developing graphics for video in Adobe Illustrator</li>
<li>Basic to intermediate experience in art direction to create digital storyboards with Adobe Illustrator</li>
<li>Basic to intermediate experience using generative AI tools to support video production, including AI‑assisted virtual backdrops, sound enhancement, and concept development.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of professional video production procedures, practices, techniques, and terminology</li>
<li>Professional and DSLR video production equipment operation, including video cameras, audio recording equipment, video editing file compression, motion graphics title creation, lighting, and post-production equipment</li>
<li>Must submit a reel/portfolio or samples of motion graphics and video editing work</li></ul><br>
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Bonus if you have:</b></p>
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<li>Basic to intermediate proficiency with DaVinci Resolve Studio, including color‑correction, sound mixing, and final delivery workflows.</li>
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<div></div><div><div><b><i>What We Believe</i></b><b><i>
</i></b></div><div><i>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.</i></div>
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<div></div><div><b><i>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</i></b></div>
<div><i>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</i><i> Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.</i></div>
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<div><i>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.</i></div>
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<div><b><i>Requesting An Accommodation</i></b></div>
<div><i>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.</i></div>
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<div><i>If you</i><b><i> </i></b><i>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.</i></div>
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<div><b><i>Other Employment Statements</i></b></div>
<div><i>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.</i></div>
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<div><i>Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.</i></div>
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<div><i>Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.</i></div>
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<div><i>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.</i></div>
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<div><i>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 </i><i>click here</i><i> for additional important information.</i></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Animator/Video Producer

Poolhouse

<div><p>We&rsquo;re looking for an individual who loves to tell a great story and who can push the envelope of how it&rsquo;s told. As a <b>Senior Video Editor</b>, you will join the POOLHOUSE Post-Production department in working with footage, dialogue, music, sound effects, and motion graphics to bring stories to life for companies, causes, and candidates.</p><p></p><p>
The job is equal parts storytelling instinct and technical craft. That&rsquo;s why we need you to care as much about the visuals as the narrative. At the core, your responsibility is to create content that&rsquo;s memorable, visually stunning, and built to be shared. The ideal candidate for this role is someone who obsesses over pacing, notices the difference a single frame can make, and cares just as much about how something <i>feels</i> as how it looks.</p><p></p><p><b>
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Ingest, organize, and edit footage into high-quality, cohesive, story-driven videos</li><li>
Design and integrate motion graphics, titles, and animation</li><li>
Execute sound design, audio mixing, color correction, and project finalization</li><li>
Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Communicate regularly with cross-functional departments to assess the scope and challenges of various projects to maintain on-time delivery</li><li>
Prepare final deliverables to platform, client, or broadcast specifications</li><li>
Seek ways to refine and improve internal post-production processes to increase efficiency and quality of content</li><li>
Facilitate daily department meetings to keep the post-production team aligned, support collaboration, and ensure tasks and responsibilities are clearly understood and shared</li><li>
Partner with the Creative Project Coordinator, providing clear visibility into department capacity and project progress to inform resourcing, task assignment, and timeline management</li></ul><p></p><b><br>
Requirements</b><br>
<ul><li>
Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Media Encoder</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, including independent design and animation of titles, lower thirds, and motion graphics</li><li>
Proficiency in color correction and basic grading, balancing footage, matching shots, and establishing a cohesive visual look</li><li>
Strong audio finishing skills, including mixing dialogue, music, and sound effects</li><li>
Working knowledge of cameras, codecs, frame rates, file formats, and delivery specifications across platforms</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to diagnose technical and editorial issues and propose effective solutions</li><li>
Strong attention to detail, with consistently high standards for visual and editorial quality</li><li>
Ability to interpret creative direction, craft compelling narratives, and execute polished final edits</li><li>
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining organization across timelines, assets, and versions</li><li>
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with distributed teams</li><li>
Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in post-production environments</li><li>
Position is based out of our office in Richmond, VA; applicants must be willing and able to fulfill the role in person</li><li>
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. POOLHOUSE does not sponsor employment visas for this position</li><li>
This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports or team management responsibilities</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Application Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
A demo reel of your strongest work completed independently. We&rsquo;re looking for pieces that show how you think, how you cut, and how you bring a story to life (personal or professional). <i>Applications without a demo reel will not be considered.</i></li><li>
A portfolio or website of your work. Take us beyond the reel and share your credits from each project.</li></ul><p></p><b><br>
Benefits</b><br>
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Competitive salary based on industry standards</li><li>
A collaborative and creative work environment</li><li>
100% employer covered medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>
100% employer covered medical for dependents</li><li>
12 days of PTO a year</li><li>
Generous paid holiday schedule, including Thanksgiving week and Christmas Break</li><li>
Parental Leave</li><li>
401k with employer match</li><li>
Monthly cell phone stipend</li><li>
Company funding for relevant continued education and skill development</li></ul></div>

Senior Video Editor

<div><div><p><b>OVERVIEW</b></p>
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A thriving, mission-driven multimedia organization, NPR produces award-winning news, information, and music programming in partnership with hundreds of independent public radio stations across the nation. The NPR audience values information, creativity, curiosity, and social responsibility &ndash; and our employees do too. We are innovators and leaders in diverse fields, from journalism and digital media to IT and development. Every day, our employees and member stations touch the lives of millions worldwide.</i></p>
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Across our organization, we're building a workplace where collaboration is essential, diverse voices are heard, and inclusion is the key to our success. We are committed to doing the right thing in our journalism and in every role at NPR</i><i>. </i><i>This means that integrity, adherence to our ethical standards, and compliance with legal obligations are fundamental responsibilities for every employee at NPR.</i></p></div>
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Intro to Position</b></h3>
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NPR's Branding team is responsible for building brands, as well as protecting, evolving, and stewardship of the NPR brand. The team seeks to further the reach and impact of everything NPR puts out into the world &mdash; from up-to-the-minute digital and broadcast content to on-demand podcasts, events, videos, and curated app experiences. We are looking for a creative, bold, big-ideas designer to join our fast-paced team of copywriters, designers, strategists, and project managers. This individual will apply creative savvy, top-notch design expertise, and brand-building chops to strengthen NPR's brand and attract new users to its ever-growing portfolio of shows.</p>
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This individual will create brands and marketing campaigns that are seen by millions every day. They will center their work on NPR's mission: To inform and engage audiences with our compelling editorial programming and first-rate journalism.</p>
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All applicants must submit a portfolio, which will be the primary source of evaluation for this role. Please link to your online portfolio in your application and your r&eacute;sum&eacute;.</b></p>
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This is a union represented role covered under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement with <b>NABET-CWA DMU</b></p>
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Responsibilities</b></h3>
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Build Brands</b></p>
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<li>Build out brand assets and systems following concepts and creative direction from senior designers, including: logos, podcast tiles, key art, typography applications, color palette implementations, brand patterns, social media templates, and brand kit packages.</li>
<li>Apply existing brand guidelines to create compelling visual assets that express the unique ethos and editorial mission of NPR podcasts, programs, and editorial properties.</li>
<li>Support the reimagining of existing NPR editorial property brands to resonate with diverse audiences.</li>
<li>May conceptualize and execute complete brand systems for smaller, lower-visibility NPR projects and properties.</li>
<li>Collaborate with senior team members to ensure brand work aligns with the NPR parent brand and overall brand family/hierarchy.</li>
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<p><b>Build Campaigns</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Create marketing campaigns that follow existing brand guidelines and systems.</li>
<li>Help develop the overall campaign approach, contributing to art direction and creative concepts alongside copywriters and senior designers.</li>
<li>Build campaign assets required for each campaign: digital and social ads, Apple/Spotify art, illustrations, animations, video beginning/end slates, and graphic systems.</li>
<li>Pay attention to audience research and user testing, adapting to new insights and applying learnings to your work.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Brainstorm and Collaborate</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Actively contribute ideas to team brainstorms, whether in the room or via collaboration tools.</li>
<li>Partner with copywriters and senior designers to support brand directions and campaign visions.</li>
<li>Create visual designs based on target audience data, project requirements, and limitations articulated in creative briefs.</li>
<li>May create presentation decks and supporting materials for campaigns and brand projects.</li>
<li>Ensure final graphics and layouts are high-quality, align with brand standards, and maintain consistency across brands and campaigns.</li>
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<p><b>The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. Other duties may be assigned, and this job description can be modified at any time.</b></p>
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Education Requirements</b></h3>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree, Design degree, or equivalent in work experience</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Work Location &amp; Requirements</b></h3>
<ul><li><b>NPR Remote-Permitted</b>: This is a remote-permitted role. This role is based out of our Washington, D.C. office, but the employee may choose to work on a remote basis from a location that NPR approves. You will have the option of working (a) remotely from a location of your choosing within the United States that is supported by NPR; (b) on-site at an NPR facility, based on the availability of desks and approval from NPR; or (c) a combination of both. Regardless of where you choose to work from, you may be expected to travel to other locations from time to time to perform the duties of your position.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Skills/Competencies</b></h3>
<ul><li>1-3 years of experience in graphic design and digital advertising (or equivalent portfolio demonstrating strong design skills). Experience with branding, typography, key art, digital design, and social media design.</li>
<li>Interest in motion graphics and animation, with a willingness to learn and develop these skills.</li>
<li>Passionate about brands, marketing, and creative campaigns, with a growing understanding of advertising best practices.</li>
<li>Able to work in a fast-paced, constantly evolving, news-driven environment.</li>
<li>Open and receptive to feedback from senior team members and stakeholders. Ability to interpret feedback and make thoughtful design revisions.</li>
<li>Self-motivated and enthusiastic, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.</li>
<li>Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and visual quality.</li>
<li>Strong proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) required.</li>
<li>Basic knowledge of Premiere and/or After Effects is a plus.</li>
<li>Experience working with copywriters is a plus.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Type</b></h3>
<ul><li>This is a temporary (6-month) full-time position.</li>
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Hourly Rate</b>: The U.S. based anticipated hourly rate for this opportunity is $32.45&ndash;$33.42 per hour. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum hourly rate NPR expects to provide for new hires for the position across all US locations.</p>
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Temporary Junior Designer, Brand & Communication

Gensler

<p></p><div><p>Gensler&rsquo;s Brand Design studio brings design and strategic consulting services dedicated to crafting purposeful brands for business- and consumer-oriented clients from small to large. We amp up the emotional power for every client, using all the media of today&rsquo;s diverse landscape, to make meaningful experiences for their people.</p><p></p><p>
We need a 5-star designer who&rsquo;s going to make our team even better with wild creativity, thoughtful insight, and a passion for making unforgettable brands (maybe some jazz hands in there too).</p><p></p><p><b>
Your Role</b></p><p></p><p>
The ideal brand designer has a background in graphic design and some prior experience designing visual identity systems, brand collateral and communications applications such as social media, presentations, digital marketing, swag, or anything else that contributes to brand fidelity.</p><p></p><p>
You will work on a wide variety of visual identities, environmental graphics, branded environments and wayfinding projects, working with clients, project directors, teams, fabricators and others.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You Will Do</b></p><ul><li>
Contribute to all facets of a project from concept to execution, designing and developing multiple concepts and refining them through client reviews to final implementation.</li><li>
Support multiple design teams to develop, design and implement brand visual communications within a project.</li><li>
Produce design identity guidelines, production-ready artwork, and other materials in support of clients, under the direction of the project team.</li><li>
Collaborate with multiple internal design practices, including workplace, retail, education, sports, and healthcare.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Your Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Industrial Design, Interior Design or similar.</li><li>
0-3 years of related experience in visual identity design, brand systems, and designing in user-experience based environments.</li><li>
Digital/video experience or exhibit/environmental graphic design experience a plus.</li><li>
Exposure to real estate business, architectural or interior design plans, sections, elevations and details strongly preferred</li><li>
Proficiency in design software specifically Adobe Creative Suite, including but not limited to Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, and CAD Tools.</li><li>
Sketchup &amp; Revit experience a plus.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices; Portfolios will ideally include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwell, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>For consideration, please submit a portfolio with relevant work samples and your resume in PDF format.</li></ul><p></p><p><i>
**The estimated base salary range for this position is $67,000 - $71,000, plus eligibility for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, with final compensation contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit </i><i>Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler</i><i>.</i></p><p></p><p><b>
Life at Gensler</b></p><p></p><p>
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to &ldquo;Well-being Week,&rdquo; our offices reflect our people&rsquo;s diverse interests.</p><p></p><p>
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.</p><p></p><p>
As part of the firm&rsquo;s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.</p><p></p><p>
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Brand Designer - Junior

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