Graphic Artist / Illustrator

Overview

Job Title: Graphic Artist / Illustrator

Work Location: Panama City, Florida

Introduction:

Rivet Operations Company (“Rivet”) has an opening for a Graphic Artist / Illustrator to join our rapidly growing team in the Panama City Florida area. This position will be in support of Naval Surface Warfare Center providing corporate communications support.  Rivet is an exceptional industry partner to the Department of Defense (DoD) and a leader in cyber security, IT management, logistics, supply chain management, process improvement and development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Not listed in order of importance; other duties may be assigned) and must be able to perform the following with minimal guidance:

• Conception, planning, preparation, and creation of visual materials such as concept renderings, illustrations, publications, logos, diagrams, displays, graphs, objects used in books, magazines pamphlets, exhibits, posters, presentations, live or video recorded speeches or conferences and other means of communicating.
• Produce complex computer-generated, as well as traditionally created, illustrations and artwork to include perspective renderings, requiring precision hand-eye coordination to draw images by hand and on computer tablets.
• Use visual elements to communicate messages through print and electronic media.
• Produce a full range of graphic and visual presentation products and services that meet customer requirements utilizing a variety of electronic and multimedia processes and techniques.
• Plan, design and execute graphics products that are effective for the medium being used and conveys the customer's message.
• Select, acquire, scan, edit and format visual material for publications in print and other media using a variety of software tools.
• Research customer needs personally and/or through meetings.
• Make initial artistic decisions for color schemes, lighting, size and placement of material to be presented.
• Prepare materials, such as photographs, illustrations, charts and legends.
• Utilize mainstream computer graphics, video editing, and publication software to include the following: MS Office, CorelDRAW®, Adobe® Creative Suite, Corel® Painter®, etc. to produce visual information products. Additional skill sets such as three-dimensional (3-D) modeling and animation applications are desirable but not required,
• Dry-mount, matte, and frame images and posters as needed.
• Required to work in both MS Windows and MAC environments

Responsibilities

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Experience / Certifications:

• Must have an associate degree or equivalent education in Fine Arts ir Commercial Arts with 5 years of related full-time work experience in graphic arts or technical illustration.
• Demonstrated experience of producing artist concept renderings, technical illustrations, and graphic designs.
• Skilled in determining composition, design, and appropriate media to be used in order to depict a broad range of technical concepts in support of scientific and engineering customers.
• Position requires the submission of a portfolio demonstrating proof of talent and skills within this discipline.
• Demonstrated experience selecting and working with various forms of art media, from traditional pen and ink, acrylics, oils, and watercolors to modern digital tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Corel Painter, and Microsoft Office, as well as various other graphics-related applications.
• Experience using scanners, tablets, large-format printers, photo printers, and color copies.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal communication to effectively express concepts, plans, and proposals.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the position.

Physical Requirements:

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time.  Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen.  Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner.  There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work, walking moderate to long distance may be required.  Possible lifting up to 25 lbs.

Please note: Rivet Operations Company LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time.  The above job description is not all encompassing.  Positions functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.

Rivet Operations Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Benefits:

Rivet offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.rivetopsllc.com.

Salary Range:

Minimum $23.45 an hour to maximum $28.05 an hour

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