What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visual Design and Communications Specialist position at Lynker Corporation?
Overview
Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Virtual Design and Communications SPecialist to join our growing team. This role is contingent upon Lynker winning the contract, and an offer may not be extended until it is confirmed that the contract has been won.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and execute design projects that strengthen brand visibility through innovative, high-impact graphics.
- Create compelling visuals for print publications, websites, and social media platforms.
- Develop professional handouts, newsletters, and conference signage from concept to final production, creating visually engaging layouts with custom graphics.
- Ensure all digital content, including websites, newsletters, and publications, meet Section 508 accessibility standards for inclusive and accessible design.
- Update and maintain website content as needed and support website deployment, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Provide technical support for customer inquiries and data requests, ensuring prompt and accurate resolutions.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Minimum Bachelors degree and 1 years of experience.
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience with website content management and basic troubleshooting preferred.
- Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility standards is a plus.
About Lynker
Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.
We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.
Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:
- Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
- Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
- Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
- Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
- Employee Referral Program
- Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
- Personalized career growth plans for every employee
Lynker is an E-Verify employer.
Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000