Graphic Designer / Proposal Coordinator

Founded in 2003, IT Concepts’ core values – customer-centricity, teamwork, driven to deliver, innovation, and integrity – ensure we work together to be the best, realize objectives, and make a positive impact in our communities. We intentionally created and sustain our ITC culture that embraces change, experimentation, continuous learning, and improvement. We bring our design thinking problem solving approach that challenges assumptions, prioritizes curiosity, and invites complexity to deliver innovative, efficient, and effective solutions. As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.

IT Concepts is looking for an experienced Graphic Designer/Proposal Coordinator to support ITC's Growth team by providing dedicated proposal graphics design support and occasional coordination support to proposal managers. This position is a dual role, with primary emphasis on graphics support (development of proposal graphics using ITC design standards in Adobe Illustrator and PowerPoint). Proposal coordination support may include scheduling, building word templates and outlines, desktop publishing and compliance reviews, as needed.

Join a tight-knit team of proposal professionals working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment. We value high-quality work and a teamwork-oriented attitude. Our team supports each other as needed throughout the proposal process, but we also understand the importance of down time and work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with technical and business subject matter experts, authors, and capture managers to conceptualize processes and ideas to develop visually appealing proposal graphics
• Develop graphics consistent with ITC branding standards (fonts, colors, design choices), and compliant to RFP requirements for font, sizing, etc.
• Make suggestions for space saving considerations, clarity of message, design options
• Edit/update existing graphics in Illustrator, work with proposal managers or authors to validate contents
• Perform quality reviews of graphics and ensure graphics version control within Adobe CC and proposal working files
• Produce high-quality and consistent graphical content for orals presentations using a combination of Illustrator and PowerPoint
• Attend kick off meetings and maintain awareness of proposal schedule to keep pace with review cycles
• As time permits:
• Assists proposal managers in developing/maintaining the proposal schedule, configuration control of proposal files, planning/control documents, and templates/outlines
• Reviews and interprets the RFP to determine customer requirements to develop a compliant response (development of templates and compliance matrixes)
• Supports proposal managers with SharePoint Administration (site development, user access, configuration control)
• Facilitates desktop publishing, graphics, editing, and reproduction activities throughout the proposal lifecycle
• Assists the proposal manager in reviewing proposal artifacts for compliance and responsiveness against solicitation requirements.
• Works closely with the Proposal Manager to perform administrative tasks, as required

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in a graphic design work specifically in a corporate/business environment
• Experience in government contracting proposals/understanding of the RFP process
• Demonstrated experience/ability to work efficiently and effectively with multiple deadlines and changing priorities
• Ability to execute tasks with minimal supervision (i.e., working remotely) with strong self-motivation and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent computer and design skills, including high level of proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or other related field
• Understanding of Word Template design and desktop publishing
• SharePoint Administration experience (site development, access management)

Benefits

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and