Marine Corps MOS · Support
4512 Combat Graphics Specialist
Overview
A Combat Graphics Specialist plans and creates graphics, illustrations, layouts, and designs for electronic and print formats. The specialist tailors products for different audiences and media, conducts printing and finishing, transmits and archives products, and inspects and maintains equipment.
Core Skills
- Graphic design and layout
- Digital illustration
- Visual communication for technical and operational topics
- Prepress and print production basics
- Web and social media graphics creation
- Storyboarding and concept development
- Requirements gathering from non-technical stakeholders
- Attention to detail and quality control
- Writing and editing for visual products
- Version control and asset management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Apple macOS
- Cascading style sheets CSS
Civilian Career Paths
- Public Affairs
- Project Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Professional in Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator · Funded
- Adobe Certified Professional in Print & Digital Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign · Funded
Career Growth
- Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Certified Professional in Multiplatform Animation Using Adobe Animate
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Using Adobe After Effects · Funded
Also Common
- Adobe Certified Professional in Web Authoring Using Adobe Dreamweaver
What the Work Involves
- Operate desktop publishing software and equipment to design, lay out, and produce camera-ready copy.
- Position text and art elements from a variety of databases in a visually appealing way to design print or web pages, using knowledge of type styles and size and layout patterns.
- Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.
- Start presses and pull proofs to check for ink coverage and density, alignment, and registration.
- Collect and inspect random samples during print runs to identify any necessary adjustments.
Related Occupations
- Prepress Technicians and Workers
- Graphic Designers
- Proofreaders and Copy Markers
- Web and Digital Interface Designers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 4512. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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