Data Visualization Designer for Policy Insights

Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS); Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Bethesda, MD seeks an Associate Data Visualization Designer to transform datasets into compelling graphs, charts, and visuals for CSIS publications and web platforms. The role emphasizes rapid data processing to produce relevant visualizations and supports non-publication visuals for CSIS Charts, newsletters, and digital reports.

The ideal candidate combines solid design, technical, and communication skills with a passion for bridging

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data visualization design.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Illustrator), HTML5, and CSS3/SASS.
• Experience coaching researchers, analysts, and non-technical partners through the design process.
• Solid command of visual design including composition, layout, typography, and color.
• Ability to create for web and print.

Responsibilities

• Design data visualizations using Flourish and Datawrapper; create infographics.
• Collaborate with researchers and analysts to communicate findings visually.
• Merge data visualizations with publication layouts.
• Advise programs toward optimal data visualization solutions.
• Support the team in gathering client feedback to improve products.
• Contribute to print and digital communication materials.

Skills

Data visualization

Graphic design

Public policy

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in data visualization/related field

Bootcamp training or freelance work

Tools

Flourish

Datawrapper

Adobe Illustrator

HTML5

CSS3/SASS

JavaScript

React

D3

Mapbox

WordPress

GitHub

Figma

Highcharts

Job description

Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Bethesda, MD seeks an Associate Data Visualization Designer to transform datasets into compelling graphs, charts, and visuals for CSIS publications and web platforms. The role emphasizes rapid data processing to produce relevant visualizations and supports non-publication visuals for CSIS Charts, newsletters, and digital reports.

The ideal candidate combines solid design, technical, and communication skills with a passion for bridging