Visual Communications Specialist

About the role

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Visual Communications Specialist to join its collaborative creative team. The role focuses on translating complex scientific ideas into clear, compelling visual narratives that support executive decision‑making and strategic initiatives. The specialist will work closely with senior leaders, subject‑matter experts and internal communications to craft persuasive presentation materials.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to define core messages, storylines and logical flow of presentations.
• Distill complex concepts, data and strategies into structured, brand‑aligned narratives.
• Challenge and refine content to ensure clarity, focus and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Work directly with senior leadership to shape high‑stakes presentations into compelling visual stories.
• Apply strong judgment to prioritize information, simplify complexity and emphasize key points.
• Collaborate with internal communications to scale messaging across the organization.
• Design presentation materials with intentional layout, hierarchy and visual clarity.
• Extend core narratives to internal digital channels such as email and landing pages.
• Translate data into insight‑driven visuals that support decision‑making.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail across typography, imagery and overall design.

Required profile

• Balance of design excellence, business acumen and executive presence.
• Strong attention to detail and a rigorous approach to visual storytelling.
• Ability to operate confidently and discreetly in fast‑paced, high‑visibility environments.
• Proven capability to partner effectively with executives and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Excellent judgment in simplifying complex information for diverse audiences.

Required skills