Data Visualization Designer

This position can be based in the Washington, DC office only

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Visualization Designer to support our Chief Economist, Deputy Chief Economist and Research team in communicating complex economic insights through clear, compelling, and interactive visuals. This role requires a blend of design expertise, data analysis proficiency, and a deep understanding of storytelling through data. The ideal candidate will transform data into impactful visual narratives, enabling stakeholders to make informed decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and Develop Visualizations: Create dynamic and intuitive charts, graphs, dashboards, and infographics that effectively communicate economic trends and findings. 
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with the Chief Economist, Deputy Chief Economist and research teams to understand data insights and translate them into visual formats that resonate with diverse audiences.
• Maintain Visual Standards: Ensure all visual outputs adhere to brand guidelines and maintain consistency in style, accuracy, and clarity.
• Tool Development: Build and optimize interactive data tools and dashboards for presentations and publications.
• Stay Current: Keep up with emerging trends in data visualization and economic communication to incorporate innovative techniques into work.
• Training and Guidance: Provide guidance to team members on best practices for data visualization and storytelling.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in data visualization, information design, or related roles.
• Proven track record of creating visualizations for complex data sets, preferably in economics, research, finance, or policy contexts.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, D3.js, Flourish).
• Strong design skills with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
• Exceptional storytelling and visual communication skills.
• Ability to simplify and translate complex data for non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and a commitment to data integrity.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams.
• A passion for economics and making data accessible and engaging.

NAR provides comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision insurance.

Organizational Overview:

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) is a team of professionals dedicated to providing world-class service to over 1.5 million REALTORS® working in the United States and around the world. The real estate industry is fast-paced and fast-changing--each year, our members participate in the sale, lease, and management of real estate. As in every industry, our members’ value proposition is constantly being challenged by innovation.

It is our mission to empower REALTORS® as they preserve, protect and advance the right to real property for all. We cannot do that without the ideas, passion, and commitment from our talented employees. As our greatest assets, employees are offered their pick of competitive benefits/perks and flexible work options. Our most successful employees are committed to our Core Values, which are:
 

Putting members first
Leading change
Advancing diversity and inclusion
Giving respect
Collaborating
Communicating