Graphic Designer

Center for a New American Security (CNAS)

. Produce visual materials and branding to elevate the AI Policy Lab’s research, communications, and outreach efforts .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in graphic design with a strong focus on creating innovative visual materials and branding, integrating AI functionality, and producing data visualizations. Proficient in managing multiple projects while collaborating effectively with stakeholders and maintaining brand identity.

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Adobe Creative CloudInDesignData VisualizationBrand DevelopmentAI Integration

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Hard Skills

Graphic DesignTypesettingFormattingIllustrationMotion GraphicsWeb Content CreationInfographic DesignEditorial DesignQuick-Turn Report LayoutsCustom Graphics

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProject ManagementClient CollaborationCommunicationCreativity

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointCanvaData Visualization SoftwareSocial Media PlatformsEmail Marketing Tools

Industry Keywords

AI PolicyNational SecurityTechnologySTEMPolicy Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Produce visual materials and branding to elevate the AI Policy Lab’s research, communications, and outreach efforts
Create visually distinctive and innovative treatments and products with the AI integration specialist
Design branded campaigns, infographics, custom illustrations, maps and charts, editorial design and layouts, motion graphics, video, and web content
Integrate bespoke design with AI-enabled functionality for quick-turn report layouts and presentations
Work with the AI integration specialist and Lab colleagues to design innovative visual and data products
Create maps, charts, and data visualizations
Develop branding and illustrations for new projects and special events
Design quick-turn CNAS reports, including text formatting, asset placement, custom interior graphics, report cover art, print/web file preparation, and promotional assets
Assist teams with graphics for presentations and events using PowerPoint and other non-designer tools
Develop art and storyboards for motion designers creating explainer videos
Assist the Vice President of Strategy and Communications in improving AI Policy Lab capabilities and processes
Work closely with CNAS’s design team to maintain a coherent brand identity while experimenting with format and function
Report to the Vice President of Strategy and Communications

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS in graphic design or equivalent experience
Portfolio demonstrating relevant work across print and digital products
Skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud, with emphasis on InDesign
Strong attention to detail in typesetting and formatting
Experience creating data visualizations that translate complex topics into clear, compelling visuals
Experience integrating AI into the design process or willingness to pursue integration
Understanding of digital design spaces and ability to produce graphics for social media, email, event platforms, websites, podcasts, and videos
Experience building new brands and maintaining and evolving existing ones
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and files and meet deadlines
Experience working directly with clients or stakeholders, gathering requirements, pitching concepts, and collaborating on products
Ability to communicate design principles to non-designers and equip colleagues with templates in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Canva, and data visualization software
Interest in contributing to research on AI and national security
Legal right to work in the United States
Preferred: 5+ years of design experience, or 3+ years in an agency or multi-designer studio environment
Preferred: Experience creating design products about AI, technology, or STEM
Preferred: Experience in start-up or small-team environments
Preferred: Policy background and familiarity with the policy environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
403(b) retirement accounts
Transportation subsidies
Employee assistance program
Mix of remote and in-person work
Two-year, term-limited appointment