Graphic Designer

Requisition Id 15546 

­­Overview:

We are seeking a Graphic Designer II who will focus on support to the Laboratory Director’s Office. This position resides in the Graphics Group in the Creative Services Division, Communications and Community Engagement Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work proficiently in software programs including Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Work closely with leadership and internal customers to apply graphics expertise to produce timely and visually effective communications tools for distribution to internal and external stakeholders including laboratory staff and peers, industry, academia, government sponsors, and the public at large.
• Participate in planning for and production of significant deliverables including Board of Governors meeting material, Director’s Forum presentations, data visualizations, reports, brochures, digital and physical signage, posters, and infographics.
• Prioritize requests, coordinate and schedule workflow and facilitate production with printer or other vendors to meet tight, demanding deadlines and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements.
• Follow internal review processes to ensure highest quality products.
• Engage with team members in all areas of the communications process and contribute to the overall mission.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS degree in art, graphic design, or related field.
• A minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in graphic design.
• Candidate will provide portfolio demonstrating applicable work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to understand, follow, and implement complex instructions.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Flexibility to handle multiple assignments for multiple customers simultaneously.
• Prioritize and meet deadlines; strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain professional and collaborative demeanor under pressure both independently and with all levels of leadership, researchers, and staff—in a team-based environment.
• Strong skills in solving problems and developing and implementing solutions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.
• Knowledge of and experience implementing the Assertion-Evidence Model for presentation development is preferred.

Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements:

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
• For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required.
• Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
• To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

For foreign national candidates:

• If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment.
• Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.