Graphic Designer - Full-time

**Description**

SAIC is seeking an experienced **Graphic Designer** to support the U.S. Coast Guard’s enterprise data modernization and analytic transformation efforts. This role is embedded within a fast-paced, collaborative environment at USCG Headquarters in **Washington, DC** , working alongside data scientists, product owners, researchers, and mission stakeholders.

• *This role is onsite full time and does not have the opportunity for remote work.**

The Graphic Designer will develop compelling visual products that communicate the Coast Guard’s data strategies, sprint outputs, analytical insights, and modernization initiatives. This includes designing executive-level presentations, data storytelling products, infographics, branding elements, communication artifacts, and visual frameworks used across USCG ODA.

This position plays a critical role in shaping how the Coast Guard communicates its vision, mission impact, transformation progress, and data-driven outcomes.

• *All candidates will be required to provide a portfolio prior to an interview.**
• *Key Responsibilities:**

+ Design high-impact graphics, infographics, charts, and visual storytelling products for senior Coast Guard leaders and mission partners.

+ Create polished executive presentations that clearly articulate complex data and technical concepts.

+ Develop visual branding, templates, and communication products that support ODA’s identity and messaging.

+ Partner with UI/UX designers, data visualization specialists, data scientists, and sprint leads to transform analytical results into visually compelling products.

+ Support agile sprint reviews, program updates, and stakeholder engagements with on-brand graphic materials.

+ Maintain consistency with DHS/USCG style guidelines, accessibility standards, and the ODA communication strategy.

+ Illustrate conceptual frameworks, workflows, system architectures, and “as-is / to-be” transformation visuals.

+ Provide rapid-turn creative support for leadership briefs, concept papers, strategic roadmaps, and program artifacts.

+ Assist in developing communication collateral for ODA—including posters, one-pagers, campaign graphics, and digital media.

• *Qualifications**
• *Education Requirements:**

+ Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communication arts, visual communication, or related field (or relevant experience) and six (6) years' experience; Additional six (6) years' of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

• *Clearance Requirements:**

+ Must possess an active Interim Secret security clearance for consideration, with the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance; US Citizenship required.

• *Required Qualifications:**

+ Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and presentation design tools (PowerPoint, Figma, or similar).

+ Experience in Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).

+ Some experience with and/or knowledge of motion design (e.g., Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro).

+ Strong creative portfolio demonstrating good use of typography, grid-based design, white space, and color theory.

+ Demonstrated ability to turn complex technical or analytical information into clear, elegant visuals.

+ Experience supporting senior executives or producing polished, branded deliverables for high-visibility audiences.

+ Strong communication, requirements-gathering, and iterative design skills.

• *Desired Qualifications:**

+ Experience supporting DHS, USCG, DoD, or other Federal clients.

+ Familiarity with data visualization concepts and design principles.

+ Experience working in agile sprint environments or modernization efforts.

+ Knowledge of accessibility standards and government style guides.

+ Experience developing branding systems, iconography, and communication campaigns.

+ An online or PDF portfolio demonstrating relevant work.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2512167

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

• *Description**

SAIC is seeking an experienced **Graphic Designer** to support the U.S. Coast Guard’s enterprise data modernization and analytic transformation efforts. This role is embedded within a fast-paced, collaborative environment at USCG Headquarters in **Washington, DC** , working alongside data scientists, product owners, researchers, and mission stakeholders.

• *This role is onsite full time and does not have the opportunity for remote work.**

The Graphic Designer will develop compelling visual products that communicate the Coast Guard’s data strategies, sprint outputs, analytical insights, and modernization initiatives. This includes designing executive-level presentations, data storytelling products, infographics, branding elements, communication artifacts, and visual frameworks used across USCG ODA.

This position plays a critical role in shaping how the Coast Guard communicates its vision, mission impact, transformation progress, and data-driven outcomes.

• *All candidates will be required to provide a portfolio prior to an interview.**
• *Key Responsibilities:**

+ Design high-impact graphics, infographics, charts, and visual storytelling products for senior Coast Guard leaders and mission partners.

+ Create polished executive presentations that clearly articulate complex data and technical concepts.

+ Develop visual branding, templates, and communication products that support ODA’s identity and messaging.

+ Partner with UI/UX designers, data visualization specialists, data scientists, and sprint leads to transform analytical results into visually compelling products.

+ Support agile sprint reviews, program updates, and stakeholder engagements with on-brand graphic materials.

+ Maintain consistency with DHS/USCG style guidelines, accessibility standards, and the ODA communication strategy.

+ Illustrate conceptual frameworks, workflows, system architectures, and “as-is / to-be” transformation visuals.

+ Provide rapid-turn creative support for leadership briefs, concept papers, strategic roadmaps, and program artifacts.

+ Assist in developing communication collateral for ODA—including posters, one-pagers, campaign graphics, and digital media.

• *Qualifications**
• *Education Requirements:**

+ Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communication arts, visual communication, or related field (or relevant experience) and six (6) years' experience; Additional six (6) years' of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

• *Clearance Requirements:**

+ Must possess an active Interim Secret security clearance for consideration, with the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance; US Citizenship required.

• *Required Qualifications:**

+ Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and presentation design tools (PowerPoint, Figma, or similar).

+ Experience in Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).

+ Some experience with and/or knowledge of motion design (e.g., Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro).

+ Strong creative portfolio demonstrating good use of typography, grid-based design, white space, and color theory.

+ Demonstrated ability to turn complex technical or analytical information into clear, elegant visuals.

+ Experience supporting senior executives or producing polished, branded deliverables for high-visibility audiences.

+ Strong communication, requirements-gathering, and iterative design skills.

• *Desired Qualifications:**

+ Experience supporting DHS, USCG, DoD, or other Federal clients.

+ Familiarity with data visualization concepts and design principles.

+ Experience working in agile sprint environments or modernization efforts.

+ Knowledge of accessibility standards and government style guides.

+ Experience developing branding systems, iconography, and communication campaigns.

+ An online or PDF portfolio demonstrating relevant work.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2512167

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability