Emotive Data Visualization Animator

The Company

At Servant Digital, we specialize in empowering leaders and organizations within faith communities through innovative digital transformation and change management solutions. We are committed to providing tailored strategies that align with our clients' values and missions, focusing on service, integrity, and excellence. Our team is passionate about making a meaningful impact by equipping our partners with the tools and technologies they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Join us in our mission

The Role

We are seeking an innovative Emotive Data Visualization Animator who brings data to life through dynamic, emotionally resonant animations. This role will bridge the gap between data, storytelling, and animation, turning raw numbers into compelling, impactful narratives that engage and inform audiences on a deeper level. The ideal candidate combines expertise in animation with strong coding skills and a keen understanding of data visualization to create interactive and expressive data experiences.

Responsibilities:

Transform Data into Visual Narratives: Design animated data visualizations that not only inform but also evoke a desired emotional response in line with key project objectives.

Collaborate on Storyboarding and Scripting: Partner with data analysts, content creators, and design teams to storyboard and map out engaging data-driven animations that tell a clear and impactful story.

Code Interactive and Dynamic Visualizations: Leverage libraries like D3.js, Three.js, and p5.js to build animations that work responsively on the web and offer interactivity.

Develop and Test Animated Data Visualizations: Use coding languages such as JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and SVG animation, ensuring high performance and visual appeal across devices.

Animate Using Advanced Tools: Utilize Adobe After Effects, Adobe Animate, and/or WebGL for complex animations and 3D data visualizations.

Audience-Centric Design: Use insights into audience psychology and emotional triggers to create visualizations that maximize engagement and relatability.

Optimize for Web: Ensure animations are optimized for web performance, balancing visual quality with efficiency for a seamless user experience.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Animation, Graphic Design, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: 10+ years in data visualization, animation, or interactive design, with a portfolio showcasing emotive, data-driven animations.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in JavaScript, including libraries like D3.js, Three.js, and p5.js for interactive animations.
  • Strong command of HTML/CSS and SVG Animation.
  • Experience with Adobe After Effects, Adobe Animate, or WebGL for complex visualizations.
  • Familiarity with Python or R for data preparation is a plus.
  • Creative Skills: Skilled in storyboarding, visual storytelling, and understanding of design principles related to color, typography, and animation timing.

• Ability to interpret data and identify key trends, as well as understanding audience psychology to enhance engagement.
• Experience working remotely.
• Prior consulting experience preferred.

At Servant, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.