Graphic Artist at Amentum in Lamu, Kenya

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    Graphic Artist

    AmentumLamu, Kenya

    Posted

    3 days ago

    Apply by

    3 Sept

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Engineering & Technical Services
    Creative & Design

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    Job Description

    This role involves providing comprehensive arts, graphic, and media printing services to meet customer requests and deliver high-quality personalized products. The Graphic Artist will collaborate with customers to interpret design orders, utilize CAD software and graphic tools, and produce marketing materials such as newsletters. The position requires operating and maintaining printing and engraving equipment while ensuring all outputs align with branding and Navy regulations.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Print custom T-shirts and create sports uniforms.
    • Engrave brass trophy plates and brass plaque plates.
    • Collaborate with customers to receive and interpret design orders.
    • Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software and other graphic tools.
    • Produce a Monthly MWR Newsletter in color.
    • Create and submit input for recreational and club events to various platforms.
    • Ensure printed materials align with branding and content standards.
    • Operate and maintain printing, engraving, and graphic design equipment.
    • Maintain accurate records of customer orders and transactions.
    • Provide artistic input for marketing initiatives.
    • Meet deadlines and manage multiple projects.
    • Collaborate with MWR staff to support objectives.
    • Stay up-to-date with technology and design trends.

    Required Qualifications

    • 2-4 years of experience in graphic design, media production, or arts-related fields.
    • High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications or formal education in graphic design, arts, marketing, or a related field is highly preferred.
    • Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software and relevant design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, or equivalent programs.
    • Hands-on experience operating printing machines, engravers, and other graphic media production equipment.
    • Strong understanding of marketing and graphic design principles, including layout, typography, and branding.
    • Excellent communication skills to interact directly with customers and deliver high-quality, personalized designs.
    • Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
    • Experience producing and managing outreach materials, such as newsletters, advertisements, and promotional content.
    • Must be proficient in using Microsoft Office tools e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
    • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
    • Must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
    • Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
    • Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
    • Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Creative & Design

    Minimum Experience

    2 years

    Education Level

    Diploma

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Amentum careers website at www.amentumcareers.com.

    Master the Tools and the Trade

    This role is as much about hands-on production as it is about design. Hiring managers will look for proof you can run printing and engraving equipment, not just design on screen. Show them you understand the full workflow from concept to finished product.

    1. Showcase your portfolio with production pieces: Include examples of printed T-shirts, engraved plaques, and newsletters you've produced. Highlight any work that shows you can handle both design and physical production. If you don't have such pieces, create samples to demonstrate your skills.

    2. Prove your CAD and design software fluency: Be ready to discuss your experience with CAD software and tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and CorelDRAW. Mention specific projects where you used these tools to create custom designs. Consider preparing a quick demo or walkthrough of your design process.

    3. Emphasize your printing and engraving experience: Detail your hands-on experience with printing machines and engravers. Mention the types of equipment you've operated and the materials you've worked with. This is a key differentiator from pure graphic designers.

    4. Highlight your marketing and branding sense: Since you'll produce newsletters and promotional materials, show you understand layout, typography, and brand consistency. Provide examples of marketing collateral you've created. Explain how you ensured alignment with brand guidelines.

    5. Demonstrate your customer interaction skills: This role involves direct customer collaboration. Share examples of how you've interpreted customer requests and delivered personalized designs. Emphasize your communication and listening skills.

    6. Show you can manage multiple projects and deadlines: Provide examples of how you've juggled multiple design projects and met tight deadlines. Discuss your organizational methods and time management strategies. This reassures them you can handle the workload.

    7. Prepare for the security and logistics requirements: Be upfront about your ability to obtain facility credentials, visas, and pass medical checks. Mention your passport validity and any relevant clearances you already hold. This shows you're ready for the deployment aspect.

    8. Tailor your CV to highlight relevant experience: Focus on your graphic design, media production, and arts-related roles. Use keywords from the job description like 'CAD', 'printing', 'engraving', and 'newsletter'. Quantify your achievements where possible, such as the number of designs produced or projects completed.

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    Tags

    graphic design
    CAD
    Adobe Photoshop
    Illustrator
    CorelDRAW