Visual Communications Specialist: Data Viz & Flexible Hours

Parsons; Maryland; On-site; USD 88,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Visual Communications / Graphics Specialist to design and produce clear visual and written communications for print, digital, dashboards, and video. You will translate complex technical information into effective visual stories for organizational communications and decision-making.

This role collaborates with subject matter experts to develop presentations, reports, graphics, dashboards, and campaigns that align with brand standards and accessibility requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience; additional years considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience in communications, English, or a related field including technical writing.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite including Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Experience in marketing communications or intelligence-related domains.
• Ability to design across print, digital, web, and 3D environments.
• Knowledge of data visualization, information design, and brand standards.
• Active TS SCI w/ Poly security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Meet with stakeholders to understand requirements, audiences, messages, and deliverables.
• Design and produce static and interactive presentations, reports, dashboards, infographics.
• Develop data visualizations, layouts, charts, diagrams for technical and executive audiences.
• Support communications strategies, branding initiatives, and messaging campaigns.
• Research, interview, and analyze information to support content development.
• Write, edit, proofread, and maintain technical/ editorial content.
• Use Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office to design and produce deliverables.
• Collaborate with SMEs to verify content accuracy and messaging.
• Incorporate stakeholder feedback and manage revisions.
• Apply brand standards and Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Organize source files, templates, and assets for delivery and reuse.
• Coordinate multiple assignments, track deadlines, and communicate status.

Skills

Data visualization

Graphic design

Communication

Editorial writing

Presentations

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Visio

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Parsons is seeking a Visual Communications / Graphics Specialist to design and produce clear visual and written communications for print, digital, dashboards, and video. You will translate complex technical information into effective visual stories for organizational communications and decision-making.

This role collaborates with subject matter experts to develop presentations, reports, graphics, dashboards, and campaigns that align with brand standards and accessibility requirements.