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by Elevate Dataviz Show · English · Arts & Books
A monthly video chat between Alli Torban, Duncan Geere, Gabrielle Merite, and Will Chase where we explore current topics in data visualization, our creative inspiration, the tools and techniques that we use, and questions asked by you!
21 May 2025 · 58 min
In this episode of the Elevate Dataviz Show, Will, Duncan, and Alli tackle the provocative question: "Is innovation dead in data visualization?" Inspired by recent articles from Shirley Wu and Moritz Stefaner, they explore how the field has evolved from the experimental golden age of 2012-2016 to today's more practical landscape.
21 May 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Today on the show, Gabby will take us behind-the-scenes of her creative process for the data visualizations she created for Vox. Some people loved it, and some people loved to hate it! Let's hear Gabby's take...
25 Jan 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Three established data designers share their raw experiences with burnout, career pivots, and finding sustainable success in 2024. A candid conversation about choosing creativity and balance over constant growth.
25 Jan 2025 · 57 min
Ever wonder what REALLY happens in a data viz career? Four industry veterans reveal how their paths evolved far beyond making charts. From product design to environmental storytelling, education to branding - discover the unexpected opportunities when you combine data visualization with other skills. Perfect for anyone curious about the real future of data viz careers.
19 Oct 2024 · 51 min
Will Chase tell us everything about going from researcher to Data Visualization Senior Editor at Axios, how to build long scroll data story and what's next in his career.
18 Sep 2024 · 59 min
In this episode, we'll hear what Duncan Geere has been up to for the last few years! We'll talk about work/life balance, how to take a month off of work, how to be featured in major news outlets, and how he has been setting up a data sonification studio.
19 Apr 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
In this episode, Gabrielle Merite speaks about her journey in building a collaborative, team-oriented creative agency.
24 Mar 2024 · 57 min
If you present an idea to your client and ask, "So, what do you think?" then you likely know what follows: non-specific and confusing feedback! What should you say instead? We share how we present ideas to clients and how to get the best feedback!
23 Mar 2024 · 57 min
In this episode, we share how we approach a creative project, where we find inspiration, and what we do when we get stuck!
23 Mar 2024 · 59 min
Curious about the process of writing a book? Alli Torban shares her experience, including: What's included in a book proposal, how advances and royalties work, what was harder/easier than expected, and much more!! Buy her new book here: https://www.chartsparkbook.com
11 Jan 2024 · 1 hr
In this episode, we share how we each approach goal setting for the new year, how 2023 went, and what our goals are for 2024!
10 Jan 2024 · 58 min
Do you want to create a dataviz personal project but not sure what topic to use? Is it holding you back from starting?! In this episode, we'll share what topics we've used in the past that have worked, and tips for finding a good topic for you to start with!
20 Oct 2023 · 1 hr
If you were going to take a break from “serious” work to work on something just because it would be really interesting, what would you do?
1 Oct 2023 · 32 min
Today we're sharing our dataviz pet peeves. We'll each share a “best practice”, process, or way of thinking that has always bothered us in our field. What's yours?
23 Jul 2023 · 1 hr 4 min
We take you on board with our daily routine in this episode. We talk coffee, early workout and late design sessions but also little tips & tricks we use to maintain a clear schedule.
9 Jul 2023 · 57 min
We speak often about design considerations to make a good dataviz, what about the ethics of it? In this episode, we talk about considering context, people behind the data, data ownership, bothsideism and more...
25 May 2023 · 55 min
Dirty data: common problems we encounter when we get a dataset and how we deal with it.
20 Apr 2023 · 55 min
In this episode, we share a candid look into our careers and growth in the dataviz field. How did we start out, how did things change unexpectedly, and do we see ourselves evolving out of the dataviz space?!
24 Mar 2023 · 57 min
Are you struggling to figure out how to price your dataviz services? It can be overwhelming with so many pricing models to choose from. We'll talk about our experiences and the advantages and disadvantages of different models.
15 Feb 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
In this episode, we share how you can effectively pitch a data-driven story to a news outlet! We cover what to include, who to send it to, and what kind of response you can expect. We also touch on how a project and book proposal compare!
18 Jan 2023 · 1 hr
In this episode, we discuss what you can start doing TODAY to prepare yourself for a jump to freelancing (from being a full-time employee). We each share what we're glad we did before jumping, and what we wish we had done!
14 Dec 2022 · 59 min
In this week's episode of the Elevate Dataviz Show, we're rounding up 2022 - talking about what we've learnt this year and what we're looking forward to in 2023.
1 Dec 2022 · 59 min
In this episode, we discuss emotion in dataviz. Should you use it? When and how do you use it?
16 Nov 2022 · 58 min
In this week's episode of the Elevate Dataviz Show, we share our personal dataviz and freelance habits and rituals.
2 Nov 2022 · 1 hr 2 min
In this week's episode of the Elevate Dataviz Show, we share our top tips to building a portfolio of dataviz projects when you don't have an employer or clients! Should you do a personal project or reach out to a non-profit? Should you work for free? We share what worked for us and more.
S1 · E4 · 19 Oct 2022 · 1 hr 6 min
In this episode, we explore the merits of dataviz awards. What value do they bring? What are the pitfalls? What's a good alternative?
S1 · E3 · 5 Oct 2022 · 56 min
In this episode, we explore what we call ourselves (dataviz designer? dataviz engineer? information design specialist??) and why it matters. This topic was inspired by Zan Armstrong's slack post, and she joins us on the show today to share her perspective.
S1 · E2 · 21 Sep 2022 · 59 min
In this episode, Gabby and Alli share what they're experimenting with right now and how they're integrating it into their work.
S1 · E1 · 13 Sep 2022 · 49 min
Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Elevate Dataviz Show featuring Alli Torban, Duncan Geere, Gabrielle Merite, and Will Chase. In this episode, we share what we're experimenting with right now and how we're integrating it into our dataviz practice.
A monthly video chat between Alli Torban, Duncan Geere, Gabrielle Merite, and Will Chase where we explore current topics in data visualization, our creative inspiration, the tools and techniques that we use, and questions asked by you!
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