Seeking a highly skilled graphic designer to transform complex research findings into professional, client-ready documents through advanced PowerPoint design techniques. The ideal candidate will specialize in synthesizing qualitative and quantitative research data into visually compelling, digestible reports, demonstrating exceptional technical proficiency and strategic problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Transform complex qualitative research findings for various industries into visually compelling PowerPoint presentation deliverables.
• Create multi-page layouts with precise design and formatting.
• Create visualizations like journey maps within PowerPoint.
• Manage project timelines with 3-day typical turnaround.
• Communicate directly with report writers and research team.
• Make independent design decisions about content layout and hierarchy.
• Manage intricate design elements while maintaining various template structures.
• PC-based design environment.

Requirements

• Advanced PowerPoint proficiency (beyond basic functionality) with expertise in leading and kerning adjustments, custom bullet formatting, multi-page layout design.
• Ability to work with multiple client brand templates (Flexibility to adapt design approach for different client requirements. Must maintain professional consistency and adherence to brand guidelines while meeting individual client aesthetic standards).
• Adobe Creative Suite knowledge.
• Ability to integrate video/interview clips into presentations.
• Familiarity with file sharing and collaborative platforms (Google Meet, Google Chat).

Desired Skills & Qualities:

• Puzzle-solving mindset.
• Detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong visual communication skills.
• Adaptable to complex, unpredictable project workflows.
• Comfort with technical and non-traditional design challenges.

Portfolio Requirements:

• Resume designed with exceptional typographic skills, demonstrating advanced layout, hierarchy, and design principles that showcase attention to detail and visual communication abilities.
• Comprehensive design portfolio showcasing PowerPoint and layout capabilities.

Desired Skills

Design & Production

Additional Information

PowerPoint is being used unconventionally - not as a traditional presentation tool, but as a complex multi-page layout and design platform. The goal is to create a deliverable that "does not look like a PowerPoint" or function as a presentation, rather the PowerPoint serves as the primary method of synthesizing and presenting research findings to clients. The deliverable is the final output after all research is completed, and serves as the comprehensive documentation of research results. It contains all research findings and data. The Design Specialist should be highly skilled in transforming complex research data into a visual, understandable format.

The Process for the work:

• Initial Kickoff Meeting:
  • Report writer or research moderator conducts an initial meeting and explains the research context and background to the designer
  • Provides comprehensive information about the project
  • Allows designer to understand the research before starting design work
  • Direct communication between designer and report writer preferred, typically using Google Chat or Google Meet
• Designer begins work in PowerPoint, working independently with minimal guidance, making design decisions about content layout, ensuring consistent formatting and professional appearance.
• Final quality control before sending back to report writers: "Buddy check" by another graphics team member ensures no formatting issues (e.g., page numbers, alignment).
• Typical turnaround is three days from content receipt to final deliverable.
• The goal is a seamless, efficient handoff that requires minimal intervention from the graphics department lead.