This position is located in the Division of Consumer and Business Education (DCBE), within BCP, Federal Trade Commission (FTC). DCBE is a dynamic communications shop responsible for developing and marketing educational materials so consumers know their rights in the marketplace and to help businesses comply with the FTC laws and regulations.

Duties

The Visual Information Specialist in DCBE helps create online and print materials for use in national and regional campaigns on consumer protection topics. The employee must demonstrate proficiency in design and illustration using a variety of software applications, including Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) and Microsoft Office Suite, and works in HTML/CSS. Duties include: - Designs, lays out, and produces a range of consumer and business materials in digital and print formats, including websites and pages, brochures, fact sheets, bookmarks, infographics, reports, email campaigns, logos, signs and posters, event materials, electronic presentations. -Works closely with DCBE and Bureau staff to develop conceptual approaches for design of digital and print materials. -Creates designs that accurately interpret and effectively communicate the subject in ways that clarify the topic. -Uses a variety of sources to research subjects, and uses a variety of graphics and design software to design and produce visual material. -Must be proficient in design and illustration using a variety of software applications, including Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) and Microsoft Office Suite. - Provides printing support, which includes working with the Government Printing Office, GPO-approved printers and fellow designers to prepare print-ready design files, review and approve proofs, maintain and update internal systems and records, follow up on job quality and completion, and suggest alternate printing techniques for common products. - Serves as a Drupal CMS editor for content websites, including loading and editing content, loading images, and troubleshooting formatting. - Revises existing and develops new print and online materials in a collaborative environment. -Works with content owners throughout the design process. - Applies section 508 principles to all deliverables. - Establishes and maintains effective working relations with a variety of personnel inside the agency. When needed, helps clients define goals and requirements. -Works under tight deadlines. - Uses oral communication skills to develop and maintain effective relationships with diverse points of contact inside the Commission. -Must be detail-oriented, highly organized, and a team player.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship requirement must be met by the closing date of this vacancy.
• This position is subject to a background investigation.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must register with Selective Service.
• You may serve a one-year probationary period under this appointment.
• You must meet time-in-grade requirement by the closing date of this vacancy.
• You must submit a copy of your performance appraisal with your application.
• This position is in the bargaining unit.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Visual Information Specialist at the GS-13 level: You must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: using Adobe Creative Suite to independently design and develop a wide range of visual materials for publication, exhibits, and/or presentations, including developing designs for complex subjects and issues where there are no existing examples or no previous designs to provide guidance, and serving as a resources for staff on these matters; giving constructive design feedback to fellow designers based in part on mastery of design and illustration using various software programs; reviewing the print-based work of other staff members and working with the Government Printing Office and GPO-approved printers to prepare print-ready design files, review and approve proofs, maintain and update internal systems and records, and follow up on job quality and completion; using HTML/CSS and content management systems, and providing guidance to other staff members on FTC websites and digital processes; contributing to the development and implementation of an organization's digital strategy; applying Section 508 principles to design and serving as a resource to other staff members on those principles; and working collaboratively. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no education substitution for specialized experience at this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Federal Trade Commission 600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW Suite H-723 Washington, DC 20580 US
• Name: Corey Pickeral
• Phone: 202-326-3002
• Email: [email protected]