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Graphic Designer jobs in Washington, DC
Creates visual work such as logos, layouts, packaging, and marketing assets, translating a brand's voice into images and typography across print and digital formats.
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Join the Nalley Consulting team as Graphic Designer. Position: Graphic Designer LCAT: Mid Location: JBAB, DIA HQ, Washington, DC Required clearance and polygraph: Active TS/SCI and willingness to take a polygraph. Candid…
/ Selling Statement - Our Seattle based Digital Retail Workplace partner is looking for an experienced and influential Sr. UI/UX Designer to join a product team focused on improving their NextGen POS. The Designer will b…
$96k - $127k
properties in the world. Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com . Get to know the role Job Title: Graphic Designer Job Summary: Highly skilled Graphic Designer with deep expertise in long-format docum…
The Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO)is seeking an ServiceNow UI/UX Designer to lead the design and enhancement of user-centered digital experiences across the District of Columbia Government's ServiceNow pla…
completion, and customer satisfaction. If you are looking for a rewarding career, not just another job, then come join our team as a Graphic Designer / Production Specialist! As a Graphic Designer / Production Specialist…
$52k - $60k
Title: Junior Graphic Designer Location: Washington, DC 20544 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Eastern Time Salary: $52,000-$60,000 annually ROLE KMRG, LLC (KMRG) is a federal services company that hires talented…
Netchannels is looking for a talented Graphic Designer to render services for the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts in Washington DC. This position is located in Washington DC: One Columbus Circle, NE, Washington,…
$92k - $110k
people are secure from existential threats. About the role: New America is seeking a Senior Visual Designer and Brand Lead who will serve as the in-house graphic design lead for New America’s creative products, strategic…
Job Title: UX Designer Location: Washington, DC Type: Direct Hire Work Model: 3 days onsite Security Clearance: DOD Secret Clearance Required Role Overview: Actively searching for a UX Designer with an active DOD Secret…
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What graphic designers earn in Washington
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $25–$33 | $52k–$69k |
| Mid level | $33–$45 | $69k–$94k |
| Senior | $45–$60 | $94k–$125k |
Adjusted for the Washington market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe InDesignTypographyLayout and compositionBrand identityPrint productionFigma or CanvaClient communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which piece in your portfolio best represents you, and why?
Choose one piece and explain the brief, your concept, and how you refined it. Depth on one project beats a tour of ten.
How do you handle vague or conflicting feedback from a client?
Describe how you ask clarifying questions, restate goals, and present options with rationale instead of endless revisions.
Walk me through your process from brief to final delivery.
Show a repeatable process: discovery, references, sketches, digital drafts, feedback rounds, and file handoff for print or web.
How do you keep a design on brand while still making it fresh?
Talk about working within brand guidelines and finding room in imagery, layout, or motion rather than changing core elements.
Tell me about a tight deadline and how you delivered.
Focus on prioritization and communication, like agreeing on a reduced scope early, rather than heroics alone.
How do you prepare files for print versus digital?
Mention color modes, bleed and margins, resolution, and export formats. It shows production experience, not just concept work.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For graphic designers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Treat your resume as a design sample: one clean page with disciplined typography and spacing.
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Put your portfolio URL in the header and make sure it loads fast on a phone.
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Quantify where possible, such as the number of campaigns shipped or engagement lift on redesigned assets.
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List specific deliverable types you have produced, from packaging to trade show banners, so recruiters can match you to briefs.
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Name your production skills, including prepress and file handoff, since many roles filter on them.
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