Title: Graphics Specialist/Cartoonist – Intermediate (contingent 034) Location(s): APG, MD OR remote Strong portfolio showcasing drawing skills, proficiency in industry-standard animation software such as Adobe Animate or Toon Boom Harmony, and have a deep understanding of animation principles of timing, movement, and storytelling to create engaging animated content; key skills include storyboarding, character design, and the ability to adapt to different animation styles. Secret security clearance is required. Responsibilities include: - Provide specialized cartoon illustration and character design support to enhance visual storytelling for CPE IEW&S communication initiatives. - Demonstrate proficiency in digital illustration software and collaborate closely with public affairs, multimedia designers, and print production staff to ensure creative alignment and message clarity. - Develop original cartoon illustrations, character designs, and comic-style graphics to support public-facing and internal communication products across print and digital media. - Translate complex technical or operational content into engaging cartoon visuals that simplify messaging and increase audience comprehension. - Collaborate with the public affairs team and senior creatives to conceptualize cartoon-based campaigns, storyboards, and visual themes aligned with mission objectives. - Prepare artwork for integration into larger multimedia projects, including videos, infographics, social media content, and educational materials. - Ensure all cartoon-based products adhere to Army and CPE IEW&S branding, security, and communication guidelines while maintaining stylistic consistency across deliverables. - Adhere to the company’s AS9100 and QMS policies, procedures and guidelines. - Will perform other duties as assigned. Education/Experience: - Bachelors Degree - computer graphics, animation, fine arts or a related field. - A minimum four years’ (4) experience in the field of animation and design relevant experience required. - Substitution: Associates degree and minimum seven (7) experience in the field of animation and design. Additional years’ experience can substitute for field of study. - Familiarity with scripting and storyboarding. - Ability to draw in a variety of styles. - Experience in character rigging and skeletal animation. - Strong understanding of timing, pacing and storytelling in animation. - Preferred: Experience with 3D animation and modeling preferred.
Create a free account to keep reading — and to apply.
Create My Free AccountYou're just 60 seconds away from your new Creativeloft account.