Notes from the manager:
- Design skills are paramount – this is a design/portfolio-driven role
- Portfolio quality > technical depth
- Will favor a less technical candidate with exceptional design work
- Will reject highly technical candidates with average design skills
Primary Skills (Must-Have / Decision Drivers):
Data Visualization Design Excellence
- High-end Tableau dashboards (aesthetic + insight-driven)
- Strong visual storytelling (clarity, narrative, impact)
Portfolio Strength (Critical)
- Demonstrated work: dashboards, presentations, infographics, wireframes
- Ability to explain design decisions (color, layout, hierarchy)
Presentation & Visual Communication
- Executive-level PowerPoint design
- Typography, layout, branding consistency
Creative Thinking + Art Background
- Graphic design fundamentals
- Ability to elevate team’s visual standards
Secondary Skills (Supportive / Nice-to-Have):
Tableau Advanced Features
- LOD expressions, parameters, actions
Basic Analytics / Data Skills
- SQL fundamentals
- Exposure to data workflows
UX/UI & Front-End Awareness
- Wireframing, React (optional)
- User experience thinking
Design Tools
- Adobe Creative Suite or equivalents
Collaboration & Delivery
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Fast turnaround with high quality