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Join Valence's strategic communications & graphics consulting team to further US Government operations.

Description

What you'll work on: Valence Strategic Communications and Graphics Consultants serve as client-facing team members for premier national security programs. You will help senior members of the US Defense and Intelligence Community better communicate and present some of their highest priority operations. Typically, you’ll work individually or on a team of other communications/graphics professionals, while engaging daily with a variety of Government leadership and operational officers.  


What you'll do: Members of our strategic communications and graphics team are focused on one thing – communicating complex problem sets and demonstrating the impact of US national security organizations. Depending on whether you are a graphics or communications lead, you may perform a variety of duties, including developing visual products (placemats, briefs, branding, marketing material), implementing communications plans for client initiatives, drafting and editing internal news and messaging, managing customer websites, and creating other ad hoc content as needed. You will be assigned to a specific department and encouraged to work closely with them to understand what their messaging needs and provide tailor-made graphics/communications. We will ask you to gain a holistic understanding of your organization's mission set and will assist you with providing products that optimize the branding and communication of your department's intelligence mission.  


*We are currently sourcing for positions on a variety of mission teams. Once a fit is determined, we will work with you on additional position responsibilities to ensure it aligns with your career goals and long-term aspirations.  


What we'll do for you: You will join a boutique consulting firm that will both challenge you and invest heavily in your professional development. We will put you in a position that builds on your strengths, while ensuring you have consistent reach back support from Valence leadership and peers. We will work with you to learn and incorporate best practices from other mission teams and the private sector, while expanding your national security expertise. We will offer opportunities for you to become a leader within Valence, and together we will differentiate ourselves as one of the best mission-partners in the space.  

 

What you have: 

  • 3+ years of experience supporting the Intelligence Community or in a similar professional environment (may include internship experience, depending on the role)  
  • Record of professional and/or academic achievement   
  • Experience working on high-quality graphic design, creative direction, or strategic communications 
  • Ability to take initiative to better understand customer requirements and make recommendations for optimal visual products  
  • Experience facilitating discussions with clients about complex workforce messages, data representations, and analytical concepts 
  • Attention to detail and the ability to manage projects and communications through completion   
  • Experience with Adobe CC, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro  
  • Ability to provide a portfolio showcasing a broad range of graphic design and/or communication competencies  
  • High degree of personal integrity and core values 
  • TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph 
  • Bachelor's degree 

  

What else makes you a strong candidate:  

  • Proven record of leadership at work or through extracurricular activities 
  • Knowledge of graphics and/or communications best practices and principles  
  • Experience in the strategic communications field  
  • Experience with writing and editing material in a journalistic style  
  • Experience working on finished intelligence related products and infographics 
  • Experience adhering to brand management guidelines 
  • Knowledge of WordPress, Joomla!, Content Management Systems, or HTML and CSS 
  • Master's degree in Public Policy, Government, Graphic Design International Studies, Data Science, Finance, Business, IT, Computer Science, Communications, or other STEM majors 

  

What Valence Offers:  We believe in putting our people first, so that you can put the mission first. We are looking for mission strategy consultants to join our team that are motivated to grow their careers and skillsets, as the company grows along side them. We offer opportunities for internal training and external development/certificates, in addition to ad-hoc speakers and events that align with our customer's problem sets. Our competitive benefits package includes industry leading parental leave as well as competitive 401K match, healthcare, paid leave, and a variety of other benefits listed below. Please reach out for a comprehensive list of our benefits.  

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance 
  • Competitive PTO & Company Paid Holidays 
  • Tuition/Certification Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities 
  • Industry leading Parental Leave and Support 
  • Eligibility for Performance/Incentive Bonuses 
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 
  • Jury, Military, and Bereavement Leave 
  • Employee Referral Program 
  • Health & Wellness Credit  
  • Corporate Sponsored Events 

  

Our Commitment: Valence is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.