Data Visualization Specialist (Remote)

What are we looking for?

The Data Visual Specialist works with public health scientists, geospatial analysts, web developers, and program leadership to create and publish data visualizations. These visualizations products will provide additional insight for geospatial and public health analyses. The Data Visual Specialist will use a variety of tools to create sophisticated and publication-ready graphs, tables, charts, and other visualizations.

Fun stuff you will do on the job

• Participate in the planning, development, and revision of data visualizations.
• Participate in meetings and contribute to technical design, reports, and other feedback mechanisms as appropriate.
• Translate requirements and analyses from public health scientists and program leadership into visualizations.
• Recommend the best use of color, text, and graphics to achieve the communication objective.
• Design graphics, charts, and tables based on best practices, user research data, and knowledge gained from research; adhere to established CDC design and branding guidelines.
• Ensure visualizations are accurate, consistent, current, and organized in a manner suitable to their target audiences.
• Conduct work in an agile manner with regular status updates on progress and blockers.
• Research and recommend improvements to existing visualizations for improved education, engagement, and outreach.
• Bachelor’s degree in data science, Communications, or related field

You will wow us even more if you have these skills:

• Previous experience with public health mission, programs, policies, procedures, and communication activities preferred.
• General knowledge of and experience with geospatial data and projects

More About DRT

DRT Strategies, Inc. (DRT) celebrates diversity and is proud to provide Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetics, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DRT complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.