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109: How to Become a Data Visualization Designer & a Creative Data Analyst w/ Alli Torban
May 8, 2024
Alli Torban, a data information designer, shares her journey from data analyst to teaching visualization. She discusses the importance of data literacy, tool mastery, and building a portfolio with personal projects. Topics include transitioning to freelance work, advice for aspiring data viz designers, and unlocking creativity with inspiration and prompts.
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Quick takeaways
- Data visualization designers need strong data skills and impactful portfolios for success.
- Creativity is crucial in data visualization, requiring constant innovation to solve problems effectively.
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Ali Torbin: Transition from Data Analyst to Data Visualization Designer
Ali Torbin, a leading data visualization designer, shares her journey from being a data analyst to venturing into the world of data visualization. Despite starting with basic data analysis tasks, Ali felt unfulfilled and sought more, leading her to pursue data visualization. She networked by starting her own podcast to learn, create a portfolio, and apply for jobs successfully. This unconventional networking approach helped her gain expertise and secure a job in information design.
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