Senior Designer – Publications

Location: Washington, DC

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.