Data Visualization Consultant

W2 Contract Hybrid to Jackson, MI Pay Rate- $50/hr Duties: • Create automation solutions utilizing MS tools primarily Power BI. • Maintain quality of visual management identifying any issues and make updates as needed • Create and disseminate reports, graphics, presentations, and other visual material as well as occasional speaking or meeting with stakeholders • Create reports on program performance against metrics and targets • Gather and form reporting requirements, learn subject matter and extract and transform data and reports. • Collects, cleans, and analyzes data from various sources using statistical methods and tools such as SQL, Python, R, and Excel. • Conducts ad-hoc data analysis to support business decisions and strategic planning. • Communicates data insights via presentations or by maintaining reports, dashboards, and visualizations. • Identifies trends and patterns in data and provides recommendations for improvement, optimization, and value opportunities. • Performs basic statistical analysis and understands results from more advanced analysis. • Applies understanding of data and its interaction with applications to troubleshoot, analyze root causes, and recommend solutions. Skills: • Proficient in the development artistry of highly consumable visual reports, dashboards, and data narratives • Knowledge of primary data management languages such as like SQL, Python, etc. • Ability to connect to variety of data sources proficiently using the queried data in PowerBI • Apply data quality assurance practices in the development of data models and resulting output • Ability to work with large data sets from multiple data sources • Ability to present to a variety of audiences both technical and non-technical • Knowledge and understanding of data modeling, statistical analysis, data visualization, and data engineering • Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Experience: • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Data Analytics, or related discipline • 2 - 4 years Proven track record of turning data into meaningful analysis using Power BI, presenting to business stakeholders, and driving value for the business. • Ability to see the big picture and to focus on details when necessary. • Advanced knowledge and experience in topics of data and information management. • Hands on experience with Big Data/NoSQL Platforms with experience delivering production projects at scale.