A bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related discipline.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in publication design for federal or large-scale public sector clients.
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat.
Strong knowledge of CMYK color management, typography, and long-document production.
Familiarity with FedRAMP-compliant file transfers and data security protocols.
Availability to work evenings and weekends during December and June publication deadlines.
Responsibilities
Lead the layout and design production of multi-hundred-page reports using Adobe InDesign.
Develop tables, charts, and formatted figures from Word and Excel data inputs.
Prepare interactive PDFs with hyperlinks, bookmarks, and accurate page numbering.
Deliver print-ready and web-ready files according to TAS and Government Publishing Office technical specifications.
Coordinate proof cycles, including a minimum of two rounds, with TAS CSO and incorporate feedback within 24–48 hours.
Oversee document structure, master pages, typography, kerning, and leading consistency.
Ensure all design outputs comply with TAS's Style Guide, IRM 1.17.7, and Section 508 standards.
Support production of advance copies, including up to 30 printed, spiral-bound sets, for Congressional and stakeholder distribution.
Maintain and archive source files, fonts, and linked items for government ownership.
Overview
The Senior Graphic Designer (Publications Lead) is responsible for executing the layout, composition, and formatting of TAS’s high-profile federal publications.
Primary Duties
Lead the layout and design production of multi-hundred-page reports using Adobe InDesign.
Develop tables, charts, and formatted figures from Word and Excel data inputs.
Prepare interactive PDFs with hyperlinks, bookmarks, and page numbering accuracy.
Deliver print-ready and web-ready files per TAS and GPO technical specifications.
Coordinate proof cycles (two rounds minimum) with TAS CSO, incorporating feedback within 24–48 hours.
Oversee document structure, master pages, typography, kerning, and leading consistency.
Ensure all design outputs comply with TAS’s Style Guide, IRM 1.17.7, and Section 508 standards.
Support production of advance copies (up to 30 printed, spiral-bound sets) for Congressional and stakeholder distribution.
Maintain and archive source files, fonts, and linked items for government ownership.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of experience in publication design for federal or large-scale public sector clients.
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat).
Strong knowledge of CMYK color management, typography, and long-document production.
Familiarity with FedRAMP-compliant file transfers and data security protocols.
Ability to manage intense publication cycles with evening/weekend availability during December and June deadlines.