Senior Information Designer (Fort Meade)

The role

You will translate complex concepts into visual products like prototypes, wireframes, infographics, charts, and diagrams. You will apply human-centered design to create visual stories for print and digital formats.

What you will do

• Translate complex challenges into clear communication strategies and visual approaches.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand organizational priorities and audience needs.
• Develop visual solutions using human-centered design principles.
• Translate quantitative and qualitative data into visual narratives.
• Develop information hierarchies, visual frameworks, and communication systems.
• Lead development of infographics, dashboards, diagrams, presentations, wireframes, and prototypes.
• Provide guidance on accessibility, inclusive design, and Section 508-compliant approaches.
• Establish standards for templates, visual systems, and reusable assets.
• Develop and apply visual identities and brand systems.
• Mentor teammates through coaching and knowledge sharing.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Visual Journalism, Animation, Information Design, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in graphic design, information design, visual communication, or a related field.
• Active Secret Level Clearance or higher
• Strong expertise in information design, visual storytelling, and communicating complex information through visual means.
• Well-versed in a variety of design disciplines (e.g., information design, graphic design, brand development, experience design).
• Strong understanding of information hierarchy, accessibility considerations, visual communication principles, and human-centered design methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex design efforts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and within collaborative team environments.
• Capable of mentoring and coaching others.
• Expertise with Adobe Creative Cloud tools.

Benefits

• $100 monthly internet/cell phone stipend
• $150 monthly commuter stipend for eligible participants
• LINK sponsored healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with employer contribution of up to 4%
• 11 Federal Holidays per year
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
• Paid Holiday Time Off (Christmas Eve through the New Year)
• Annual bonus plan participation
• Annual profit sharing participation
• $2,000 Learning and Development program reimbursement
• Technology package that includes a LINK-owned MacBook Pro, monitor, mouse and keyboard

About the company

LINK is a fast-growing Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) that leverages human-centered design to support strategy, innovation, communication, change, and branding within the federal government and adjacent industry partners.