Information Designer (Fort Belvoir)
LINK, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Location
We are actively hiring in the DC Metro area. This role will require on-site presence at Fort Belvoir, VA.
Who We Are 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. At LINK, we partner with engineers, futurists, and thought leaders to untangle complexity, discover opportunity, and communicate clearly with visual stories.
Let us be your partners in change.
About the Opportunity LINK is actively seeking an
Information Designer
to join our dynamic team, where we collaborate with clients across a wide range of industries to create impactful visual stories that communicate complex ideas. You will be responsible for translating concepts into compelling visual products, including prototypes, wireframes, infographics, charts, and diagrams, to effectively convey both quantitative data and abstract ideas in print and digital formats.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional to apply human-centered design and design thinking principles to solve complex challenges and deliver visually engaging solutions. You will work closely with both internal teams and clients to understand their needs, develop intuitive information hierarchies, and create designs that support their goals.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, UX Design, Visual Journalism, Visual Communications, or a related field
5-10 years of experience in graphic design or a related role
Strong expertise in information design, with a passion for creating visual stories and working with data to deliver impactful solutions
Well-versed in a variety of design areas (e.g., experience design, brand development, information design, graphic design) to propose and develop the best solutions for each project
Highly motivated to solve end-user challenges, meet stakeholder needs, and achieve business goals
Exceptional organizational skills, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
Capable of meeting deadlines and adapting to changing requirements
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and able to lead clients and teams to clarity around requirements
A bias towards positivity, openness and supporting others
Design portfolio required for consideration
Responsibilities Visual Design & Information Products
Develop high-quality, visually engaging deliverables including infographics, charts, diagrams, dashboards, wireframes, prototypes, briefs, and presentation materials.
Translate dense, technical, or abstract information into structured, accessible, and visually compelling formats.
Create clear information hierarchies, visual systems, and frameworks that support strategy, research synthesis, and executive decision-making.
Produce materials optimized for both print and digital environments.
Contribute to the development of templates, visual standards, and repeatable design systems to ensure consistency and scalability.
Brand & Multimedia Execution
Design new branding schemes or apply established brand guidelines to create cohesive, client-specific visual identities.
Support multimedia storytelling efforts, including script writing, storyboarding, audio editing, and motion graphics development (preferred).
Bring curiosity, creativity, and strong visual judgment to solve organizational, technical, and user-centered challenges through design.
Strategic & Client Collaboration
Partner with strategists, researchers, and subject-matter experts to understand client challenges and translate them into clear, tailored visual solutions.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define goals, clarify requirements, gather inputs, and present design concepts.
Visually prototype ideas in real time during working sessions, navigating ambiguity and complexity with confidence.
Apply human-centered design principles to ensure solutions reflect real user needs and client objectives.
Work iteratively, incorporating stakeholder feedback, data insights, and testing results to refine deliverables.
Manage multiple priorities effectively, delivering high-quality work under tight timelines and evolving requirements.
Work Schedule
An onsite presence is required 5 days/week for client meetings, presentations, or working sessions at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Full time, 40 hours per week
Some travel required to attend relevant events and conferences, and participate in LINK team events
Salary We’re committed to providing competitive compensation, including locality adjustments based on the Washington, DC. The base salary range for this position is
$71,000-$97,000.
Your final offer will reflect your experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
$100 monthly internet/cell phone stipend
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)
$2,000 Learning and Development program reimbursement
Technology package that includes a LINK-owned MacBook Pro, monitor, mouse and keyboard
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Who We Are 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. At LINK, we partner with engineers, futurists, and thought leaders to untangle complexity, discover opportunity, and communicate clearly with visual stories.
Let us be your partners in change.
About the Opportunity LINK is actively seeking an
Information Designer
to join our dynamic team, where we collaborate with clients across a wide range of industries to create impactful visual stories that communicate complex ideas. You will be responsible for translating concepts into compelling visual products, including prototypes, wireframes, infographics, charts, and diagrams, to effectively convey both quantitative data and abstract ideas in print and digital formats.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional to apply human-centered design and design thinking principles to solve complex challenges and deliver visually engaging solutions. You will work closely with both internal teams and clients to understand their needs, develop intuitive information hierarchies, and create designs that support their goals.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, UX Design, Visual Journalism, Visual Communications, or a related field
5-10 years of experience in graphic design or a related role
Strong expertise in information design, with a passion for creating visual stories and working with data to deliver impactful solutions
Well-versed in a variety of design areas (e.g., experience design, brand development, information design, graphic design) to propose and develop the best solutions for each project
Highly motivated to solve end-user challenges, meet stakeholder needs, and achieve business goals
Exceptional organizational skills, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
Capable of meeting deadlines and adapting to changing requirements
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and able to lead clients and teams to clarity around requirements
A bias towards positivity, openness and supporting others
Design portfolio required for consideration
Responsibilities Visual Design & Information Products
Develop high-quality, visually engaging deliverables including infographics, charts, diagrams, dashboards, wireframes, prototypes, briefs, and presentation materials.
Translate dense, technical, or abstract information into structured, accessible, and visually compelling formats.
Create clear information hierarchies, visual systems, and frameworks that support strategy, research synthesis, and executive decision-making.
Produce materials optimized for both print and digital environments.
Contribute to the development of templates, visual standards, and repeatable design systems to ensure consistency and scalability.
Brand & Multimedia Execution
Design new branding schemes or apply established brand guidelines to create cohesive, client-specific visual identities.
Support multimedia storytelling efforts, including script writing, storyboarding, audio editing, and motion graphics development (preferred).
Bring curiosity, creativity, and strong visual judgment to solve organizational, technical, and user-centered challenges through design.
Strategic & Client Collaboration
Partner with strategists, researchers, and subject-matter experts to understand client challenges and translate them into clear, tailored visual solutions.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define goals, clarify requirements, gather inputs, and present design concepts.
Visually prototype ideas in real time during working sessions, navigating ambiguity and complexity with confidence.
Apply human-centered design principles to ensure solutions reflect real user needs and client objectives.
Work iteratively, incorporating stakeholder feedback, data insights, and testing results to refine deliverables.
Manage multiple priorities effectively, delivering high-quality work under tight timelines and evolving requirements.
Work Schedule
An onsite presence is required 5 days/week for client meetings, presentations, or working sessions at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Full time, 40 hours per week
Some travel required to attend relevant events and conferences, and participate in LINK team events
Salary We’re committed to providing competitive compensation, including locality adjustments based on the Washington, DC. The base salary range for this position is
$71,000-$97,000.
Your final offer will reflect your experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
$100 monthly internet/cell phone stipend
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)
$2,000 Learning and Development program reimbursement
Technology package that includes a LINK-owned MacBook Pro, monitor, mouse and keyboard
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