University of Miami · 15 hours ago
Data Visualization Specialist
Miami, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of Miami is seeking a full-time Data Visualization Specialist to work hybrid in Miami. This role involves transforming complex data into clear visual narratives that support strategic decision-making across various domains, while designing impactful presentations and dashboards for executive leadership.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Translates raw data into actionable insights using visual storytelling techniques
Develops and maintains presentation materials (primarily in PowerPoint) that aligns with organizational goals and branding
Collaborates with business leaders to understand data needs and tailors visual outputs accordingly
Creates dashboards and visual reports using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Excel
Ensures accuracy, clarity, and consistency in all visual materials
Supports executive communications with data-driven visuals for board meetings, strategic reviews, and operational updates
Stays current with visualization best practices
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets
Develops executive-ready PowerPoint presentations for Board of Trustees, committee, and C-suite meetings that clearly communicate key institutional metrics and strategic priorities
Designs and updates dashboards and visual reports to track clinical, operational, academic, and financial KPIs for leadership decision-making
Collaborates with senior leaders and subject-matter experts to understand data needs and translate them into clear, concise visual stories
Maintains standardized templates, style guides, and visual assets to ensure brand-aligned, accessible, and consistent executive presentations
Synthesizes complex data sets into summary visuals and talking points tailored for Board and executive audiences under tight deadlines
Ensures data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with institutional data governance in all executive-facing materials
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
Minimum 3 Years Of Relevant Experience Required
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders
Executive Communication: Ability to translate complex data into clear, concise visual narratives appropriate for senior leadership and Board audiences
Strategic Thinking: Understanding of higher education operations, strategic planning, and institutional priorities to contextualize data appropriately
Attention to Detail: Commitment to accuracy, consistency, and quality in all visual materials presented to institutional leadership
Adaptability: Flexibility to work with rapidly changing priorities, emerging data needs, and evolving strategic initiatives
Stakeholder Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with business leaders across multiple departments and organizational levels
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in data visualization, business analytics, communications, or related field; or equivalent professional experience demonstrating advanced visualization and presentation design skills preferred
Demonstrated experience creating presentations for C-suite executives or Board-level audiences, preferred
Experience with higher education operations, strategic planning, or institutional reporting preferred
Proficiency with PowerPoint, Tableau/Power BI, and advanced Excel skills, preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition remission
And more
Company
University of Miami
At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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