Technical Artist 1 (Multimedia Designer 1) - 18532
Date: Apr 5, 2024
Location: Hampton, VA, Virginia, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 18532
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Entry Level
This opportunity resides with Fleet Sustainment, a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. For 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. From small watercraft to submarines, combatants and aircraft carriers, our systems and maintenance experts help the Navy maintain a high state of readiness. And, we deploy with the most advanced technology and capability available.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
Description
HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Technical Artist 1 to support 2D graphic design development for various projects within its Multimedia group! This position is located at our NetCenter in Hampton, VA with a HYBRID work schedule available once fully trained.
The selected candidate must be able to create 2D illustrations of real-life objects using limited source materials (photos, technical drawings).
This is a part-time, temporary assignment expected to last 260 days (20 – 32 hours per week; with a potential to convert to full-time).
What You Will Do
- This job involves developing multimedia materials for different applications, such as real-time simulation and training.
- You will help define and support the production pipeline, and use your skills to analyze, design, implement, integrate, test, debug, and maintain multimedia assets like 2D/3D graphics, streaming video, and audio in virtual and other environments.
- You will work with instructional designers, engineers, artists, subject matter experts, and project professionals to create visual and technical designs for various virtual environments.
- You may also write briefs, project plans, technical reports, and user manuals.
- Experience with multimedia development tools like Adobe Creative Suite is required.
What You Must Have
- Candidate must have either:
- 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field;
- Or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
- Candidate must submit a digital portfolio with samples of illustration work (include with résumé)
- Candidate must have experience using Adobe Creative Suite
- Candidate must be proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Candidate must have the ability to create vector, 2D illustrations that appear three-dimensional
- Candidate must have the knowledge of vector illustration techniques (stroke effects, gradients, shading, etc.)
- Candidate must have knowledge of foundational design principles
- Candidate must have attention to detail
- Candidate must have the ability to demonstrate illustration skills
- Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen
- Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Bonus Points For Having ...
- Experience with graphic print production is preferred
- Experience designing newsletters and/or other printed media is preferred
- Experience using professional digital cameras or video cameras is preferred
- Photo and/or Video editing experience is preferred
- Experience working on US Navy vessels is preferred
Physical Requirements
May require working in an industrial or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders, standing for extended periods, and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Technical Solutions.