GIS & CAD Specialist Needed
Budget: $15 – $25 USD
Summary
We are seeking an experienced and efficient technician to provide on-call services for our design studio. Your primary role will involve troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining equipment, and ensuring smooth operations. We value quick response times and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you have a strong background in technical support and a passion for design technology, we want to hear from you!
Job Title: GIS & CAD Specialist (Remote, Freelance / On-Call)
Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred, experience with New York State GIS data ideal)
Overview:
We are a U.S.-based design and planning studio seeking a skilled and detail-oriented GIS Specialist with strong CAD integration experience. This is a freelance, on-call role ideally suited for someone interested in building a long-term working relationship and who has a sharp aesthetic eye as well as strong technical skills.
Scope of Work:
You will assist in preparing layered GIS and CAD files for a variety of projects, typically involving:
Parcel/survey mapping
Vector-based topographic overlays
Aerial imagery alignment (semi-transparent overlays)
Optional advanced mapping (hydrology, slope analysis, viewsheds)
All work must be compatible with QGIS (preferred) and AutoCAD LITE. Projects primarily focus on properties within New York State, leveraging data from its free GIS data portal.
Responsibilities:
Convert surveys or parcel boundaries into accurate GIS base layers
Create vector topographic maps and overlay aerial imagery
Map hydrology, slope, and viewsheds as needed
Deliver clean, clearly layered GIS and CAD files
Produce high-quality JPG exports of individual layers and final composite maps
Ensure file compatibility with QGIS and AutoCAD LITE
Maintain a visually polished, presentation-ready output
Deliverables for Each Project:
GIS file (.qgz or similar) with clearly labeled, separate layers
CAD file (.dwg) compatible with AutoCAD LITE
High-resolution JPGs of each layer and the final composite image
Requirements:
Proficiency in QGIS (required); knowledge of ArcGIS is optional but not necessary
Strong CAD experience, specifically with AutoCAD LITE-compatible output
Familiarity with publicly available New York State GIS data
A strong sense of visual design and map readability
Ability to work independently and on-call as projects arise
Excellent communication and file management practices
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with land planning, architecture, or landscape architecture workflows
Background in geography, cartography, urban planning, or a related field
Portfolio of similar GIS/CAD mapping work
We are seeking an experienced and efficient technician to provide on-call services for our design studio. Your primary role will involve troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining equipment, and ensuring smooth operations. We value quick response times and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you have a strong background in technical support and a passion for design technology, we want to hear from you!
Job Title: GIS & CAD Specialist (Remote, Freelance / On-Call)
Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred, experience with New York State GIS data ideal)
Overview:
We are a U.S.-based design and planning studio seeking a skilled and detail-oriented GIS Specialist with strong CAD integration experience. This is a freelance, on-call role ideally suited for someone interested in building a long-term working relationship and who has a sharp aesthetic eye as well as strong technical skills.
Scope of Work:
You will assist in preparing layered GIS and CAD files for a variety of projects, typically involving:
Parcel/survey mapping
Vector-based topographic overlays
Aerial imagery alignment (semi-transparent overlays)
Optional advanced mapping (hydrology, slope analysis, viewsheds)
All work must be compatible with QGIS (preferred) and AutoCAD LITE. Projects primarily focus on properties within New York State, leveraging data from its free GIS data portal.
Responsibilities:
Convert surveys or parcel boundaries into accurate GIS base layers
Create vector topographic maps and overlay aerial imagery
Map hydrology, slope, and viewsheds as needed
Deliver clean, clearly layered GIS and CAD files
Produce high-quality JPG exports of individual layers and final composite maps
Ensure file compatibility with QGIS and AutoCAD LITE
Maintain a visually polished, presentation-ready output
Deliverables for Each Project:
GIS file (.qgz or similar) with clearly labeled, separate layers
CAD file (.dwg) compatible with AutoCAD LITE
High-resolution JPGs of each layer and the final composite image
Requirements:
Proficiency in QGIS (required); knowledge of ArcGIS is optional but not necessary
Strong CAD experience, specifically with AutoCAD LITE-compatible output
Familiarity with publicly available New York State GIS data
A strong sense of visual design and map readability
Ability to work independently and on-call as projects arise
Excellent communication and file management practices
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with land planning, architecture, or landscape architecture workflows
Background in geography, cartography, urban planning, or a related field
Portfolio of similar GIS/CAD mapping work