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  • Category Category: Legal Services
  • Age Average Age: 23
The Combat Graphics Specialist conceptualizes and creates graphics and layout and design products in both electronic and print formats. These products support communication to internal, domestic and international audiences; commanders’ information requirements; and all other operations, garrison, training, and recruiting requirements. Typical duties include, but are not limited to: planning and creating graphics and illustration products; conducting layout and design of digital products; writing; tailoring products for different audiences and mediums (print, broadcast, audio visual, web-based, social media, face-to-face, etc.); broadcasting; supporting news media queries and escorts; supporting community engagement programs; executing marketing programs for recruiting; supporting combat investigations and documentation; conducting high-volume printing and finishing in multiple formats and sizes; transmitting and archiving products; creating traditional/hand-drawn art products; and performing equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
Category Requirements
Age17-28
Citizenship RequiredCitizen or Green Card
Minimum Duration4 years
High School DiplomaPreferred
GED AcceptedYes (limited)
Minimum ASVAB (AFQT)~31
Waivers AvailableModerate
Drug History WaiversPossible
Tattoo PolicyStrict
Face/Neck TattoosNo
Hand TattoosLimited
Height Requirement~58–78 in
Weight StandardsYes
Medical Exam (MEPS)Required
Vision StandardsModerate
Security Clearance JobsSome
Physical Fitness TestPFT/CFT
Basic Training Length~13 weeks
Basic Training DifficultyVery High
Deployment FrequencyHigh
Combat Job AvailabilityHigh
Technical JobsMedium
Overseas BasesMany
Signing BonusesModerate
Women in Combat RolesYes
Job Selection ProcessOften assigned
Promotion SpeedFast
Branch CultureWarrior Culture
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