Akima · 10 hours ago
Multimedia Graphic Artist
Akima is a company that supports federal projects while also focusing on the needs of its Alaska Native shareholders. The Graphic Artist/Illustrator will provide professional support to the NSWC PCD Graphic Arts and Illustration operations, including creating visual materials and producing illustrations for various media.
Responsibilities
Conception, planning, preparation, and creation of visual materials such as concept renderings, illustrations, publications, logos, diagrams, displays, graphs, and objects for books, magazines, pamphlets, exhibits, posters, presentations, speeches, and conferences
Producing complex computer-generated and traditionally created illustrations and artwork, including perspective renderings requiring precision hand-eye coordination
Using visual elements to communicate messages through print and electronic media
Producing a full range of graphic and visual presentation products and services utilizing electronic and multimedia processes
Planning, designing, and executing graphics products tailored to the medium and customer message
Selecting, acquiring, scanning, editing, and formatting visual material for publications in print and other media using various software tools
Researching customer needs through direct interaction and meetings
Making artistic decisions regarding color schemes, lighting, size, and placement of materials
Preparing materials such as photographs, illustrations, charts, and legends
Utilizing mainstream computer graphics, video editing, and publication software (MS Office, CorelDRAW®, Adobe® Creative Suite, Corel® Painter®)
Supporting additional tasks such as dry-mounting, matting, and framing images and posters
Working in both MS Windows and MAC environments
(Optional/Desirable) Applying skills in three-dimensional (3-D) modeling and animation applications
Qualification
Required
Must have a favorably adjudicated Tier 3 Background Investigation for access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Associate degree or equivalent education in Fine Arts or Commercial Arts
Minimum of five years of related full-time work experience in graphic arts and technical illustration
Demonstrated experience producing artist concept renderings, technical illustrations, and graphic designs
Proficiency with traditional art media (pen and ink, acrylics, oils, watercolors)
Expertise with modern digital tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Corel Painter, CorelDRAW®, and Microsoft Office
Experience determining composition, design, and appropriate media for depicting technical concepts
Familiarity with hardware such as scanners, tablets, large-format printers, photo printers, and color copiers
Ability to work across both Windows and Mac operating environments
Submission of a portfolio demonstrating proof of talent and skills within the discipline
Preferred
Applying skills in three-dimensional (3-D) modeling and animation applications
Experience with 3-D modeling and animation applications
Strong communication skills for collaboration with scientific and engineering customers
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Competitive pay
Growth opportunities
Excellent retirement options
Company
Akima
Akima focuses on delivering services in the areas of logistics, IT, supply chain, systems engineering, construction and protective services.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Providence Business News
2025-12-31
Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau
2025-10-23
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