Data Visualization Designer

City of New York • New York, NY

13h • $85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The New York City Mayor’s Office of Creative Communications creates digital content representing Mayoral policy and its impact on everyday New Yorkers. The Data Visualization Designer supports municipal communications by producing visual storytelling assets and coordinating design projects across agencies and departments. The role focuses on creating clear, accurate, accessible visuals and maintaining consistent branding across City communications and campaigns. This is a temporary employment contract ending April 30, 2027.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 3 years of experience in data journalism, visual journalism, or a similar field.
• Strong design sense.
• Required proficiency with D3.js, Adobe Illustrator, Figma, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience creating charts, graphics, and other forms of visual storytelling.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear, engaging visuals.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools, and ability to analyze and interpret data independently.
• Rigor in sourcing and accuracy, including cleaning and verifying data and fact-checking graphics before publication.
• Understanding of accessible design and human factors.
• Ability to adapt and extend existing brand and visualization systems.
• Ability to work quickly and collaboratively.
• A cover letter is required in addition to the resume.

Nice To Haves

• Background in government, political work, civic engagement, urban planning, municipal governance, and/or design for public interest.
• Experience as an infographic designer, graphics editor, or visual journalist.

Responsibilities

• Create static and interactive storytelling assets, including charts, graphics, infographics, maps, and other visualization tools.
• Create assets for social posts, videos, microsites, fact sheets, press releases, and presentations.
• Interface with agencies and departments to develop, create, and implement assets.
• Maintain brand consistency across municipal communications and campaigns.
• Manage and coordinate complex design projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure all materials meet accessibility standards and municipal guidelines.
• Source, clean, verify, and analyze data, and fact-check graphics before publication.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level