<p><strong>Multimedia & Graphic Design Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Public Trust Clearance Preferred</strong></p><p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time (Onsite)</p><p><strong>6-Month Contract, </strong>Potential for Extension or Conversion </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Washington, DC- Hybrid </p><p><strong>Travel:</strong> Occasional (may include short-notice and overnight travel)</p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Multimedia & Graphic Design Specialist to support strategic communications and public affairs initiatives within a federal environment. This role is ideal for a visual storyteller who can translate complex or sensitive topics into compelling, audience-focused multimedia content.</p><p>The position partners closely with public affairs teams and senior stakeholders to produce high-quality visual assets that inform, engage, and educate broad audiences across digital and social media platforms.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver end-to-end photography, video production, and graphic design support for internal and external communications</li><li>Develop visually compelling multimedia content, including:</li><li>Photojournalistic imagery</li><li>Short- and long-form video</li><li>Infographics, static visuals, and motion graphics</li><li>Capture broadcast-quality photo and video content at events, interviews, and on-location shoots using professional equipment (camera, audio, lighting)</li><li>Plan and execute multimedia projects from concept through delivery, including research, storyboarding, scripting, filming, and editing</li><li>Produce social media–optimized content (e.g., short-form videos, sizzle reels, platform-specific assets for Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, X, etc.)</li><li>Apply appropriate storytelling techniques aligned to audience, platform, and communication goals</li><li>Support full video production lifecycle, including motion graphics, editing, and delivery of final production assets</li><li>Produce content incorporating animation, audio, or podcast elements as needed</li><li>Ensure all deliverables meet accessibility standards (e.g., captioning, audio descriptions)</li><li>Manage multiple concurrent projects and deliver high-quality content under tight deadlines</li><li>Maintain proper documentation, including consent forms, releases, and licensing records</li><li>Ensure proper usage rights, attribution, and compliance for third-party assets</li><li>Support livestream production for events as needed</li><li>Organize and maintain digital asset libraries for easy retrieval and long-term use</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including content strategists, writers, and stakeholders</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a creative and user‑focused UX Designer for a Washington, DC client. This contract role is ideal for someone who can quickly step into an active project environment, translate user needs into intuitive experiences, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve digital products. Key Responsibilities Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing to understand user needs and behaviors Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and interaction designs for web and mobile experiences Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define requirements and refine concepts Translate complex ideas into clean, user‑friendly interfaces Analyze user feedback and data to iterate on designs and improve usability Maintain design consistency through style guides, pattern libraries, and UX standards Present design concepts and rationale to internal teams and stakeholders</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing to understand user needs and behaviors</li><li>Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and interaction designs for web and mobile experiences</li><li>Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define requirements and refine concepts</li><li>Translate complex ideas into clean, user‑friendly interfaces</li><li>Analyze user feedback and data to iterate on designs and improve usability</li><li>Maintain design consistency through style guides, pattern libraries, and UX standards</li><li>Present design concepts and rationale to internal teams and stakeholders</li><li><br></li></ul>
<p>Software Engineer – Microservices / DevSecOps</p><p>Location: Gaithersburg, MD 20878</p><p>Work Arrangement: Hybrid</p><p>Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking a Software Engineer to design and implement scalable microservices-based applications supporting mission-critical programs. This role focuses on delivering high-quality software solutions within an Agile/SAFe environment, collaborating closely with systems engineering, product delivery, and DevSecOps teams.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong experience in microservices architecture, modern programming languages, and cloud-native development, along with a passion for building reliable, secure, and efficient systems. Exposure to AI-enabled or data-driven systems is a plus.</p><p>WKey Responsibilities</p><p>Application Development & Architecture</p><ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications using modern engineering practices</li><li>Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions</li><li>Build clean, maintainable, and testable code aligned to best practices</li></ul><p>Agile Delivery & Collaboration</p><ul><li>Participate in Agile / SAFe ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives)</li><li>Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineering teams</li><li>Contribute to system design discussions and technical decision-making</li></ul><p>DevSecOps & Integration</p><ul><li>Integrate services with databases, APIs, and messaging systems</li><li>Work within CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps frameworks</li><li>Support deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement of applications</li></ul><p>Operations & Optimization</p><ul><li>Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance</li><li>Partner with QA, DevOps, and platform teams to ensure reliable delivery</li><li>Enhance system scalability, reliability, and maintainability</li></ul>