Graphic Designer III

SUMMARY

The Graphics / Visual Communications Specialist will translate complex organizational and programmatic content into clear, professional, and visually compelling products for senior-level stakeholders - including GS-15 civilians, Senior Executive Service (SES) leaders, and flag officers.

This is a highly visible role requiring executive-caliber design judgment, discretion with sensitive material, and the ability to deliver polished products under tight, leadership-driven timelines. The Specialist works closely alongside the Organizational Change Management (OCM) team, translating change management content and stakeholder communications into finished visual products that support enterprise-wide initiatives.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental - Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Active Secret security clearance and U.S. Citizenship required.

Must possess appropriate level of certifications as required.

Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Visual Identity & Branding

• Develop a cohesive visual identity for internal rebranding or organizational identity efforts, including logo and brand-mark options, and apply it consistently across products and platforms.

Executive Communications & Briefing Support

• Design multiple executive-level briefing deck options (Microsoft PowerPoint) and standardized templates that present programmatic and organizational information clearly to senior leadership.

• Produce executive publications, information papers, talking points, infographics, organizational charts, and informational materials for internal and external audiences.

• Support the development of standardized messaging products and communication materials for enterprise and campaign-specific initiatives.

• Provide material-preparation and visual-support for recurring leadership reviews and governance forums.

• Standardize recurring communication products and contribute to supporting best practices, templates, and platform guidance.

• Collaborate directly with the OCM Lead and OCM Specialist to design visuals supporting change management content, stakeholder materials, and leadership messaging.

Digital & Platform Content

• Create and maintain graphics, layouts, and visual content for the client's SharePoint environment, organizing program and functional information so it is accessible and on-brand.

• Ensure all digital and web-based products meet Section 508 accessibility standards (1194.22 and 1194.41).

Review & Coordination

• Coordinate with government approval authorities to route products for review and clearance, incorporating feedback through iterative review cycles.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of four to seven (4-7) years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.

• Prior experience supporting DoD or other federal government clients at the executive level.

• Experience developing or refreshing organizational brand identities and rebranding initiatives.

• Expert proficiency with industry-standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite - Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft PowerPoint.

• Familiarity with SharePoint content design and governance.

• Working knowledge of Section 508 accessibility requirements for digital and web-based products.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality products on leadership-driven timelines.

• Experience with motion graphics, 3D, or data visualization is a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

The estimated pay range for this role is $70,000 to $125,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401(k)

• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance

• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D

• Legal-Aid Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - (11) Federal Holidays

• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).

EOE including Disability/Vet