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Duties

As a Lead Visual Information Specialist you will: Provide design advice and consultation services to clients throughout the agency in planning and developing the presentation of complex public health and scientific information to a variety of audiences ranging from public health specialists and scientists to managers and the public Meet with clients to develop a mutual understanding of the communication objectives to be achieved, the nature and intended impact of the information to be presented, points to be emphasized, and the Intended audience Research the subject matter to be presented by reviewing scientific literature (e.g., medical journals, scientific journals, unpublished manuscripts, etc.) and by discussing the subject matter with experts within and outside of the agency Use a variety of industry-standard software applications and visual communication science and design principles and practices to translate complex public health and scientific information into commercial-quality communication products Make decisions on aspects of the subject matter to be emphasized and translate subject matter ideas and information into visual representations using graphics software packages and computer equipment and peripherals such as high-end scanners and digital SLR cameras. (Products include infographics, interactive web graphics, exhibit displays, custom illustrations and graphic elements, high end presentation materials and magazine-style publication designs.) Develop representations and illustrations of medical, biological, geological, architectural, technological, or other kinds of specimens to illustrate and communicate information to the audience Serve as a Team Leader ensuring that the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision, and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services

Requirements

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Minimum Qualifications: To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level, which must include the following experience: using visual communication, marketing strategies and design principles to develop communications and campaigns for intended audiences; and using industry-standard software and computer equipment to produce visual communication (i.e., web, social media, mobile design, and print). Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Copy of your transcripts or equivalent documentation is required for positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

College or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For more information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address OC-DDM-VISUAL DESIGN BRANCH 1600 CLIFTON RD NE ATLANTA, GA 30333 US
• Name: CDC HELPDESK
• Phone: (770) 488-1725
• Email: [email protected]