Multimedia and Graphic Design Specialist Location: Washington United States Job Description: Employee Type: Contract Pay Range: $35 - $43 per hour Job#: 3030290 Role Overview We are seeking a creative and talented Multimedia and Graphic Design Specialist to support strategic communications and public affairs initiatives on behalf of a federal agency. This position is for a visual storyteller who can translate important topics into compelling multimedia and other visual products for broad public audiences. You will collaborate with government public affairs staff and high-level agency officials to develop high-impact visual content for various communication channels. Work Environment This position is hybrid. It will begin with full-time onsite work at a federal agency in Washington, DC, for an initial period to establish a presence. Following this, the role will transition to a hybrid model with 2 remote workdays per week, pending approval. Occasional travel is required, sometimes with short notice, to support time-sensitive events and official engagements, including potential national and international travel. Key Responsibilities - Provide end-to-end photography, multimedia video production, and graphic design for a wide range of internal and external communication products. - Develop visually compelling and mission-aligned creative assets, including photojournalistic content, videos, infographics, and graphics. - Capture and produce broadcast-quality photography and video at official events, interviews, and on-location shoots. - Research, plan, storyboard, script, and produce multimedia videos that communicate key messages to various audiences. - Create social-media-optimized content, including influencer-style videos, sizzle reels, and platform-specific creative assets. - Support all aspects of video production, from concept development to final delivery. - Apply creative storytelling techniques and appropriate production values based on the medium, audience, and budget. - Ensure all multimedia products comply with accessibility standards, including captioning and audio description. - Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines for quick-turn production-ready assets. - Manage and maintain required documentation, including consent forms, image releases, and licensing information. - Ensure proper licensing and attribution for all third-party assets. - Provide team assistance for livestreaming of press events as needed. - Catalog, organize, and store multimedia and graphic assets in a searchable format. - Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to support integrated communication campaigns. Required Qualifications - A Bachelor's degree in Multimedia Design, Visual Communications, Graphic Design, Journalism, or a related field. - 3-5 years of professional experience in photography, multimedia production, video, visual communications support, or graphic design. - Proficiency with industry-standard creative tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom, Media Encoder). - Demonstrated experience creating high-quality visual and multimedia content for digital and social media platforms. - Experience capturing and producing professional-quality photography, video, and audio content. - Strong visual storytelling, composition, and design skills. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills. - Willingness and ability to travel on short notice, including occasional overnight travel. - Ability to successfully obtain a government-issued Public Trust clearance. Preferred Qualifications - Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., Section 508) as applied to multimedia and digital content. - Experience managing digital asset libraries and content cataloging systems. - Experience with livestreaming platforms, podcast production, or advanced motion graphics. - Current or prior experience in photojournalism, news outlets, or military communications. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be able to obtain and/or maintain a DOJ Public Trust clearance as a condition and continuation of employment. Compensation & Benefits The pay range for this position is between $35.00 and $43.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is available for this position, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide. Employee Type: Contract Location: Washington, DC, US Job Type: Date Posted: Pay Range: $35 - $43 per hour

Graphic Textile Technologist Hybrid 3x onsite; Manhattan NY Placement Type: N/A Salary: $34-38 Hourly Our client – a major national retailer – is seeking an Associate Textile Technologist to join their graphic technology team on a contract basis. This role supports the graphic design, product design, and graphic technologist teams by creating and maintaining spec packs and graphic charts across multiple product seasons. The Associate Textile Technologist serves as a junior coordinator between stylists, regional offices, and printers to execute patterns that meet design intent while hitting milestone deadlines. The day-to-day workflow includes attending weekly team meetings with designers to understand design intent of graphics, then building spec packs to support that intent – with a focus on technical execution at the factory level. Spec packs will be needed for all inline seasonal graphics, chase adds, and collaboration projects. The team operates on a tight calendar, so this support need is ongoing each season. During this engagement the team will be working across Holiday ’26, Spring ’27, Summer ’27, Fall ’28, all collaboration projects, and inline chase requests. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES •Ensure all prints, patterns, and graphic packages/artwork are valid and viable for each region and vendor; develop graphics per seasonal sourcing strategy. •Build and maintain spec packs detailing graphic execution for overseas factory production, considering printing techniques, repeat limitations, and machine capabilities. •Ensure strike-offs, handlooms, and knit-downs are received and reviewed in preparation for milestone meetings. •Meet with stylist and design teams to review print, pattern, and graphic submits; partner with manager to provide correction comments. •Track all prints, patterns, and graphics via PLM/Centric seasonal tracking charts – the primary communication tool with global partners. •Ensure all approvals are completed by drop-dead dates per the seasonal calendar; escalate to manager with recommendations when deadlines are at risk. •Follow up with CAD artists and vendors regarding printing techniques, repeat limitations, special layouts, and machine constraints. •Support stylists and managers in obtaining final alignment for special strike-offs. •Manage fabric library for strike-offs and reference files. •Communicate with cross-functional partners on design details and merchandising issues, including callouts for strike-off approvals and expedited sample timing. MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS The following are non-negotiable requirements for this role: •Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop required; Illustrator a plus) •Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) •2–3+ years of experience in apparel graphics, print/pattern development, and/or product development •Experience tracking product readiness and communicating with overseas factories •Background in or exposure to the fashion/apparel industry within a design or product development capacity PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS •Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, Apparel Production Management, or equivalent •Graphic design background with ability to detail out a graphic for factory execution •Experience with PLM/Centric or similar product lifecycle management systems •Familiarity with graphic/surface techniques and printing processes (screen, digital, sublimation, etc.) •Knowledge of fabric content, garment washing, dyeing, and finishing •Experience approving color and layout for pattern and graphic strike-offs •Experience managing multiple product seasons simultaneously PORTFOLIO / WORK SAMPLES Candidates with creative/graphic backgrounds are encouraged to share a portfolio or work samples demonstrating apparel graphic work, spec pack creation, or print/pattern development experience. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE •Curious, positive, and upbeat personality – a genuine team player willing to jump in where needed •Strong organizational skills and time management; ability to juggle multiple seasons and projects at once •Proactive, solution-oriented self-starter who can self-manage while collaborating closely with design and production teams •Excellent written and verbal communication skills •Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

• Design marketing assets: banners, graphics, web visuals, and ad creative • Edit short-form videos for social and paid campaigns • Adapt content into multiple formats (social, ads, web) • Support light design tasks (e.g., business cards, simple layouts) • Work from briefs and brand guidelines to execute quickly • Collaborate with the team via Asana and iterate based on feedback

Role Description Мы ищем начинающего дизайнера на стажировку. За время стажировки вы сможете создать для своего портфолио: - Брендбук компании — полноценный гайдлайн по фирменному стилю; - SMM-дизайн — оформление социальных сетей DomGlass; - Айдентика продуктовых линеек — логотипы, паттерны, элементы стиля; - Упаковочные решения — от концепции до готового макета; - Маркетинговые материалы — каталоги, презентации, выставочные стенды. Все проекты останутся в вашем портфолио и помогут при дальнейшем трудоустройстве! Задачи: - Создание этикеток и сопутствующих материалов; - Маркетинговые материалы — каталоги, презентации, выставочные стенды; - Участие в разработке фирменного стиля компании. Погружение в производство: - Работа с технологами и производственным отделом; - Подготовка макетов для печати, резки, гравировки; - Понимание ограничений и возможностей промышленного производства. Qualifications - Базовые навыки в Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator или CorelDRAW; - Портфолио работ (учебные проекты приветствуются!); - Готовность учиться и развиваться в промышленном дизайне; - Внимательность к деталям и ответственность. Requirements - Курсы по графическому/промышленному дизайну (в том числе Skillbox); - Опыт разработки брендбука или фирменного стиля; - Навыки оформления социальных сетей (Instagram, VK, Telegram); - Проработка айдентики — логотипы, паттерны, элементы стиля; - Базовые знания препресс-подготовки; - Интерес к 3D-моделированию (Blender, SketchUp); - Опыт работы с полиграфией или упаковкой. Benefits - Оплачиваемая стажировка — 3-6 месяцев; - Оформление по договору (обсуждается); - Удаленный формат работы; - График гибкий, 5/2, проектная занятость, около 4 часов в день; - Фиксированная оплата на период стажировки: 20-40 тыс. рублей (обсуждается на собеседовании, зависит от выбранного графика); - Перспектива перехода в штат компании на постоянную основу после успешного завершения стажировки; - Наставничество от опытного интернет-маркетолога (опыт в YouTube-продакшене с аудиторией >100 тыс. подписчиков — вам точно будет чему научиться). Company Description Мы — завод промышленной обработки стекла DomGlass, ведущий производитель изделий из стекла, камня, металла и дерева с 30-летней историей (с 1993 года). Работаем в B2B-сегменте, предоставляя качественные услуги для мебельных, строительных и архитектурных компаний. Наша продукция включает стеклянные перегородки, ограждения, триплекс и другие светопрозрачные конструкции.