Information DesignerInformation Architect

Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid

Legal Entity:Entergy Services LLC

Job Summary/Purpose

The Information Designer/Architect transforms complex data and information generated by the Market Intelligence and Analytics team into easily understandable and visually appealing formats. They create effective communication materials such as infographics charts dashboards and reports for the organization. Additionally the role involves designing the structure and organization of information for internal SharePoint sites reporting applications (e.g. PowerBI) PowerPoint presentations other Microsoft applications and various digital spaces. This ensures that users can effortlessly find and navigate content thus enhancing the overall user experience.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Data Visualization:Creating charts graphs infographics dashboards reports and other visual elements to represent and summarize data provided by MI&A team.
• Information Architecture:Developing strategies for organizing and labeling content to ensure its easily accessible and understandable. Designing intuitive and user-friendly information spaces. Design and manage internal web sites SharePoint directories and other content directories.
• Content Strategy & Organization:Structuring and presenting information in a clear concise and engaging manner focusing on user understanding and accessibility. Develop a long-term strategy and vision to manage the vast amount of content developed by the team.
• User Interface (UI)/ User Experience (UX) Design: Designing user interfaces for data-based applications ensuring intuitive navigation and interaction.
• Research and Analysis:Understanding data sources analyzing data trends and identifying key insights to inform design decisions
• Collaborate with the MI&A team members:Work with MI&A team members and other internal stakeholders to understand requirements and design solutions.
• Communication:Effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences ensuring clarity and accuracy.

Minimum Requirements

Minimumeducationrequired of the position

• Bachelors degree in a related field (e.g. design marketing computer science) or equivalent experience.

Minimum experience required of the position

• Information Designer II: 0 to 5 years of work experience in data and information designing and/or data analytics related role is required. Experience in energy related field is desired.

Minimum knowledge skills and abilities required of the position

• Strong Analytical Skills:Ability to analyze user needs content and system requirements
• Strong Design Skills: Proficiency in visual communication typography color theory and layout principles.
• Visualization Skills: Familiarity with user experience design principles and data visualization software (e.g. Tableau Power BI R) is a major plus.
• Data Analysis Skills: Basic knowledge of programming languages like Python for data manipulation and analysis is also beneficial.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with common design tools (Adobe Creative Suite Figma etc.). Familiarity with tools for creating sitemaps wireframes and other IA deliverables. A basic understanding of HTML and CSS is helpful for understanding how information is displayed on websites.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey information.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and solve complex problems related to data and information design.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze data identify patterns and make informed design decisions.
• User-Centric Approach: Understanding user needs and designing for optimal user experience.
• Creativity and Innovation: Ability to develop innovative and engaging visual solutions.
• Continuous Learning:A passion for continuous learning and a desire to understand all facets of our business.
• Relevant Experience: Experience in digital design web development content strategy or a related field.
• Education: A bachelors degree in a related field (e.g. design marketing computer science) or equivalent experience.

Any certificates licenses etc. required of the position

• None

Primary Location: Louisiana-New OrleansLouisiana : New Orleans
Texas : The Woodlands
Job Function: Professional
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 122592
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

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EEO Statement:The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

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Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours to work in alternate locations and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms outages emergencies or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

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WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours to work in alternate locations and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms outages emergencies or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.