Senior Graphic Designer, Institutional Planning and Communications

Job Description

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL)'s Office of Institutional Planning and Communications is seeking a highly experienced graphic designer to join our growing team. This role demands a creative professional with diverse skills, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to deliver exceptional design solutions across multiple mediums. The candidate will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and other professionals across SRNL to conceptualize and produce compelling visual content that advances SRNL's communication objectives and fosters understanding among diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Creative Collaboration: Partner with internal customers across SRNL to understand communication goals, brainstorm ideas, and deliver creative solutions tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Content Creation: Design and produce visual content including print layouts (e.g., magazines, annual reports, brochures), data visualizations, graphic illustrations, motion graphics, and digital media within established deadlines.
• Brand Stewardship: Develop designs that align with the SRNL Visual Identity Guide, creating branded templates and assets that reinforce a cohesive organizational identity.
• Scientific Visualization: Translate complex scientific processes, numerical data, and technical concepts into visually appealing, clear, and accessible formats for public and internal dissemination.
• Project Management: Independently manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing deadlines, and resolving conflicts to meet stakeholder needs.
• Prototyping & Iteration: Develop and refine designs through a customer feedback process, ensuring solutions align with strategic communication goals and resonate with target audiences.
• Technical Innovation: Utilize the latest tools, trends, and software platforms to ensure designs remain cutting-edge and effective. This may include advanced 3D modeling, animation, and interactive storytelling techniques.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with photographers, videographers, web developers, editors, and writers to deliver integrated visual campaigns and content.
• Mentoring & Leadership: Guide less experienced designers, fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and excellence within the Communications Office.
  
  

Additional Attributes Desired

• Adaptability: Eagerness to learn and evolve with the changing scope of projects and to foster collaboration across disciplines.
• Problem-solving mindset: Ability to anticipate challenges, deliver suitable solutions, and adapt to high-pressure or tight deadline situations.
• Passion for Design: A commitment to high standards in visual design that align with SRNL’s mission and values.
• Intellectual Curiosity: Interest in scientific research, sustainability initiatives, and technology trends that shape the world around us.
  
  

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Why Join SRNL?

• Working at SRNL allows you to:
• Be part of advancing groundbreaking research and technologies for a sustainable and secure future.
• Collaborate with some of the brightest minds and innovators in the field of national security, environmental stewardship, and energy resilience.
• Enjoy a dynamic workplace with a mission-driven culture that values creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
• Access professional development opportunities and cutting-edge tools that support your growth and success.
• If you’re a skilled graphic designer who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves tackling complex challenges, and desires to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today!
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Multimedia, or a related field, plus seven (7)+ years of directly related experience. Advanced degrees may substitute for some experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver) and related design tools.
• Expertise in translating scientific and technical data into compelling visuals for both scientific and general audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work across print, digital, and video media to meet diverse communication needs.
• For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required
  
  

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in 3D modeling, key-frame animation, and creating texture/lighting maps for visualization.
• Prior experience at a DOE National Laboratory or technical environment, especially within the nuclear energy, nuclear waste, or broader scientific research industry.
• Familiarity with brand identity and development of consistent templates aligned with institutional guidelines.
• Advanced skills in UI/UX design, environmental design, or motion graphics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience mentoring or managing production teams across print, web, and digital media.
  
  

Work Environment

This role is based at Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) in Aiken, South Carolina. While primarily onsite, there is the potential for hybrid work arrangements based on project deliverables. The environment champions creativity, diversity, and flexibility, offering candidates the opportunity to collaborate with world-class researchers while contributing to cutting-edge scientific initiatives.

About Us

"We put science to work!"

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

• Benefits vary based upon employment status
• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan:
• Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
• Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.
  

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov .

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.