Entry-Level Graphic Designer

Critical Response Group

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Hamilton, NJ Until 10/6/2026 0+ years exp First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

Critical Response Group (CRG) is a unique team of U.S. Special Operations Forces veterans, public safety professionals, and technical experts committed to enhancing public safety through best-in-class technology and training. Our solutions have been validated across thousands of real-world incidents under the most stressful conditions and are deployed nationwide and internationally to protect schools, businesses, hospitals, and other critical infrastructure.


Title: Entry-Level Graphic Designer

Role Summary: CRG is looking for a Graphic Designer / Digital Cartographer to help create cutting-edge visual planning and communication tools for first responders.

Our signature offering, Collaborative Response Graphics (CRG®), combines aerial imagery, architectural plans, and critical site features into a clear, easy-to-read visual map that first responders rely on when reacting to crises at schools, businesses, and vital infrastructure. As a Digital Cartographer, you'll use graphic design software and geospatial tools to build and design these state-of-the-art maps.

Employment Structure: This position begins with a four-week, full-time training period. At the end of training, performance will be reassessed to determine conversion to an ongoing full-time role.

Qualifications:

Required

  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Ability to work independently
  • Excellent communication and team relations skills
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • High standards of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to interpret data, graphic representations, and symbols
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Photoshop & Illustrator

Preferred

  • Proficiency in Google Workspace
  • Background in graphic design or multimedia
  • Familiarity with geographic information systems (GIS)

Weekly Commitment: 40 hours per week

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,000 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Schedule: 8-hour shift

Work Location: Hybrid — Hamilton, NJ

Due to the sensitive nature of our products, applicants must be able to pass a basic background check.

About this role

Summary

Create visual maps using graphic design and geospatial tools for first responders.

Job title

Entry-Level Graphic Designer

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

public safety

Location requirements

Hybrid in Hamilton, NJ, remote possible after training

Salary

$46k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Adobe Creative CloudPhotoshopIllustratorability to learnindependent workcommunicationproblem-solvingattention to detaildata interpretation

Preferred skills

Google Workspacegraphic designmultimediageographic information systems

Specializations

graphic designgeospatialmapsdigital cartography
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Hybrid City

Hamilton Township, NJ, USA

Remote City