Multimedia, Graphics Artist, Instructional Designer

Are you interested in creating mission critical software to support our warfighter? Do you want to work on a team developing new and emerging technologies? Are you open to new ideas, collaborating with teammates, teaching, and learning from others? If this is the kind of person you are, DS2 invites you to apply for a spot on our team! We are looking to add a skilled professional responsible for developing compelling visual content, instructional materials, and multimedia assets that support training, marketing, and communications. This role blends graphic design, video production, storytelling, and instructional design to translate technical or complex information into clear, engaging, and visually effective materials.

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Who is DS2?

DS2 provides full life-cycle software engineering services to DoD, federal, and commercial clients using mature agile, scrum, and SAFe practices. We are an organization that is committed to teamwork with a clear focus on the customer and a belief that hiring talented individuals will help us meet our vision of “Engineered to Exceed Expectations”.

Every day, DS2 engineers meet our clients' needs through problem-solving, teamwork, and technology driven solutions. You can expect to work with a team of committed professionals that exemplify our core values and an environment where playing hard is just as important as working hard. We are always looking for individuals with a knowledge of and passion for technology along with a willingness to improve their abilities and learn new skills.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join the DS2 team where your creativity isn't just welcomed, it's celebrated!

Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Responsibilities — What you'll do:

• Create professional quality graphics, illustrations, icons, layouts, and other visual assets for digital and print media, translating complex or technical concepts into clear, user-friendly designs.
• Work with subject matter experts to develop instructional materials, including training modules, visual aids, learning content, and instructional videos that apply sound instructional design principles.
• Capture, edit, and assemble video content using Adobe Premiere Pro and other tools; enhance original or stock footage, audio, animations, and graphical elements to produce compelling multimedia content for marketing, internal communication, and training needs.
• Convert raw or technical information into clear, effective training and communication assets that support DS2's internal and external objectives.

Qualifications — We need someone who:

• Has a degree in graphics, marketing, or another related field

• Has relevant professional experience providing graphics design support for multifaceted media/communications across a range of disciplines

• Has strong video creation experience with Adobe Premiere Pro

• Is proficient with Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro and other tools

• Has a strong work ethic with excellent written and verbal communication

• Is able to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Is proficient with website design

• Has an ethical, responsive and detail-oriented work ethic that values creativity and quality

• Has an empathetic and collaborative personality that values collaborative achievement over personal recognition

• Has the ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

Preferred — It's even better if you: ****

• Have strong visual design and layout skills
• Are capable of growing with and helping to lead our company's marketing and media related efforts
• Have the ability to create engaging graphics, illustrations, and multimedia contents
• Have knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, Agile Learning Design)
• Have experience designing engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences
• Have familiarity with eLearning standards such as SCORM and xAPI
• Have an understanding of learner engagement and knowledge retention strategies
• Have video production, editing, and motion graphics experience

Benefits — What we do for you:

• Flexible work schedule

• Educational opportunities

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan repayment
  • Certification reimbursement + bonuses
  • Catered monthly tech talk lunches on topics picked by you and your teammates

• Excellent healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, including STD, LTD, and AD&D

• Generous paid time off + holidays

• 401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%

• Sponsored community and volunteer events, like beach cleanups, 5Ks, and more

• Snacks and beverages included

• The occasional ping pong or Mario Kart match

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.