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TheManhattan Strategy GroupLLC(MSG) in Bethesda, MD is seeking a desktop publisher with an accomplished portfolio and extensive experience in designing and producingtechnical paper, presentation,and othertemplates(usingcolor, font,andstyles)to be usedforgovernment clients and internal proposals. The desktop publisher willalso be involved inproposal and report development to make documents more informative and visually appealing. The successful candidate will create visually appealing and technically correct documents from rough conceptual sketches and convert complex technical ideas and abstracts into compelling graphics. The candidate should be able to clearly communicate ideas visually, verbally, and in writing. The individual will work with a team of stakeholders, copywriters, creative strategists, media experts, designers, consultants, communications experts, and web developers to ensure projects run smoothly and are accurate and complete in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, to ensure that production and delivery are accomplished in a timely fashion. Job Responsibilities/Duties Develop andutilizeMicrosoft styles and themes for efficient, consistent deliverables that adhere to existing style guidelines and ensure brand consistency. Troubleshoot andimplement changes to evolving document templatestocorrect errors, improve functionality, and applyrevisions,with an eye for compliance withbrand and style requirements. Format and combine text, numerical data, photographs, charts,and other visual graphic elements to produce publication-readydigital and print-readymaterial. Create proposal/report document layoutsutilizingmaster templates and stylesthatcomplywithfederal/client requirements and guidelines. Assistproposal/report managerswith producingprofessional-quality, compliant,and visually appealingdocuments and materials. Update and swap text content or images as needed; proofread, edit, and occasionally reworksubmittedcontent, adhering to existing brand and proposal/report style guidelines. Resize images and apply filters to create engaging graphics for print, social media, and web collateral as needed, aligned with campaigns and cross-channel messaging. Ensure that pagination, headers and footers, tables, graphics, etc. are correct and compliantin Word and PowerPoint. Performiterativedesktop publishingtasks through multiple rounds ofreview cyclesusingappropriate versioncontrol ofdocuments and materials, as well as for final delivery. Provide all original design files (not just final art) for future revision as needed. UseSection 508-compliant design principles. Stay current with design trends, technology,and digital file preparation. Work with minimal supervision and bedetail-oriented. Qualifications Must beproficient-to-expert in Microsoft Office, esp. Word and PowerPoint Knowledge of Adobe Suiteproducts is desirable Section 508 Compliance knowledge/experience is desirable Must have an online portfolio or ability to send work examples Must be able to meet strict deadlines and manage workload Minimum3years of experience Experience with government contracts, a plus Excellent analytic thinking and creativeproblem-solvingskills for visual information design Ability to work extended hours (nights and weekends) when needed #J-18808-Ljbffr Manhattan Strategy Group

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