Visual Information Specialist

Overview

Tanaq Government Services (TGS) delivers professional support services, engineering and project management, facilities Operations & Maintenance (O&M), airfield support services, and logistics support services to federal agencies and the Department of Defense. TGS is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Tanaq native community and shareholders.

About the Role

We are seeking a Desktop Publisher / Visual Information Specialist to provide visual information and support services for a premier public health publication for the reporting of scientific information for disease prevention and control, environmental health, health promotion and health education activities. Publications include The Weekly, Reports and Recommendations, Surveillance Summaries, and Supplements.

The Desktop Publisher / Visual Information Specialist will be responsible for the design and development of a wide variety of visual materials to include printed publications, presentations, exhibits, educational courses, or any other communications media.

This is a fully remote position supporting a federal government contract. The role may transition to an on-site position in the future, reporting to the Atlanta, GA office. Candidates must reside within the United States. Employment requires successful completion of a federal background check and NACI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit graphics and prepare the report layout for print and web publication.
• Develop commercial quality, magazine-style publications using industry-standard software.
• Review text, graphics, or other materials created by writers and designers. Proofread documents.
• Apply knowledge of health planning and communication concepts, data, and practices to the creation of visual information products.
• Implement best practices for information design and data visualization to ensure design decisions target objectives.
• Import text and graphics into publishing software.
• Integrate images and text to create cohesive pages.
• Adjust text properties, such as size, column width, and spacing.
• Revise layouts and make corrections as necessary.
• Submit or upload final files for printing or online publishing.
• Collaborate with other design, media, or marketing workers, including writers, editors, and graphic designers.
• Participate in routine desktop publisher meetings to discuss and report on assignments.
• Prepare graphics material using software such as Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe
• Photoshop, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Establish templates and layouts for use within the Office by other graphic artists.
• Develop graphics according to Agency guidelines, agency style, and existing parameters.
• Consult with staff regarding graphics needs.
• Produce and edit digital photography, including scientific imagery.
• Prepare publication layout each week.
• Carefully review layout each week.
• Remediate 508 compliance in InDesign and Adobe Acrobat DC software.
• Work with branch leadership and internal stakeholders on Emergency Response reports (e.g., COVID, Zika, Ebola).
• Meet daily/weekly production deadlines for proofs, following established SOPs.
• Attend weekly team and other staff meetings.

Required Experience and Skills

• Prior experience with visual arts methods, techniques, and materials to design and produce video and/or other electronic media productions required.
• Prior experience working at a federal public health agency (CDC, NIH, etc) or in a public health setting strongly desired.
• Demonstrated experience in multimedia, infographics, and print production.
• Ability to create pages that are visually appealing and legible.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to communicate ideas effectively.
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work under strict deadlines and prioritize tasks in order to have documents ready in time for publication.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain and maintain public trust clearance.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Education and Training

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, graphic communications, fine arts, industrial design, drafting, photography, visual communication, or other fields related to the position.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Who We Are

Tanaq Government Services strives to deeply understand and analyze our clients’ vision, needs, and requirements so we may provide alternative solutions, empowering them to choose the best resolution. We aim to achieve excellence by delivering on our commitments to our clients, employees, and partners.

Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination

TGS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email accommodation@tanaq.com to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Notice on Candidate AI Usage

Tanaq is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive interview process for all candidates based on their experience, skills and education. To ensure the integrity of the interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during phone, in person and virtual interviews is not allowed. However, candidates who require a reasonable accommodation that may involve AI are required to contact us prior to their interview at accommodation@tanaq.com.

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