Creative Production Lead

<div><span data-contrast="auto">Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT&nbsp;aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit&nbsp;</span><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://shield.ai/"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">www.shield.ai</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">. Follow Shield AI on&nbsp;</span><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/shield-ai"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">LinkedIn</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">,&nbsp;</span><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://x.com/shieldaitech"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">X</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">,&nbsp;</span><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.instagram.com/shield_ai"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">Instagram</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">, and&nbsp;</span><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.youtube.com/@Shield_AI"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">YouTube</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}">&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1">This position is responsible for designing, formatting, and producing compelling, high-quality proposal documents, presentations, graphics, and other bid materials. Working closely with proposal managers, business development teams, and technical subject-matter experts, to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging visual and written assets that strengthen proposals and customer presentations.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="421">Take extreme ownership of assigned proposal efforts for the product line.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="501">Create compelling graphics, infographics, charts, diagrams, process flows, organizational charts, and other visual assets for proposals, presentations, and client-facing materials.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="688">Design and format polished proposal documents, executive summaries, slide decks, and bid materials that clearly communicate complex technical content.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="845">Translate input from proposal managers and subject-matter experts into clear, engaging visual stories that strengthen proposal messaging.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="989">Maintain and enhance proposal templates, style guides, graphic libraries, and reusable visual assets.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1097">Ensure graphics and documents are visually consistent, accurate, accessible, and aligned with brand standards and client requirements.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1238">Support proposal production through document assembly, formatting, proofreading coordination, quality checks, and final-file preparation.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1382">Track design revisions, production schedules, and submission requirements across active pursuits.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1486">Support final digital and print production, including PDFs, packaging files, and submission-ready materials.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1601">Help improve design and production workflows as the proposal function grows.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1682"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Projects that you might work on:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1730">Provide additional support to BD team leadership such as miscellaneous projects including presentation materials, competitive intelligence gathering and/or other market information that may be gathered with the sales and marketing teams.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="1974">Build and maintain reusable proposal templates, slide libraries, visual standards, and graphic asset libraries.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <div><strong>Please share your portfolio or samples of your work upon applying.</strong></div> </div><h3>Required qualifications: </h3><div> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2119">3+ years' experience in graphic design, visual communications, document production, proposal support, or a related field plus experience working with government and international customers.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2315">Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2451">Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2563">Outstanding record of academic achievement.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2613">Demonstrated aptitude for analytics.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2656">Proven record of leadership in a work setting and/or through extracurricular activities.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2751">Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2821">Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2882">Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="2962">Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively – both verbally, visually and in writing.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="3059">You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></div><h3>Preferred qualifications:</h3><div> <div data-layout="default" data-local-id="b09f89f6-fa8c-42d7-a59d-1267b300c083" data-top-level="true"> <div> <div data-testid="field-container"> <div> <div data-testid="field-input-paragraph-rich-text-view-82"> <div> <div role="none"> <div> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="3255">Experience supporting proposals and customer engagements&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="3318">Strong understanding of AI and robotics technology&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="3375">Familiarity with software products.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="3417">Strong technical background especially with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UASs).&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="3501">You have demonstrated thorough understanding and knowledge of the military operations and the acquisition process that allows you to support the Go to Market Team.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="3671">Demonstrated understanding of specific DoD operational scenarios and systems.&nbsp;</p> </li> <ul data-indent-level="1" style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li> <p data-renderer-start-pos="3755">Active DoD security clearance.</p> </li> </ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div data-align="center">&nbsp;</div> </div>