Data Visualization Designer (Animation)

Our client is seeking a freelance designer to support a short-term project focused on animated data visualizations that must be completed before a presentation scheduled on October 23. The project involves creating dynamic, map-based animations that illustrate the impact of community banks, credit unions, and retail banks across the United States. The ideal candidate will be skilled in both data visualization and motion design, capable of transforming static charts into engaging visual narratives. Data Visualization Designer Responsibilities • Collaborate with the client and strategy team to understand data storytelling goals. • Translate static comparison maps and charts into animated sequences (10-30 seconds). • Create smooth transitions between datasets, including zooming into regions/states and toggling map points. • Pair animations with simple copy to highlight key takeaways. • Deliver production-ready assets optimized for presentation use. • Participate in strategy calls and provide creative input throughout the project lifecycle. Data Visualization Designer Requirements • Proven experience in data visualization and motion graphics. • Proficiency in tools such as After Effects, Tableau, Mapbox, D3.js, or similar. • Strong portfolio showcasing animated data stories or map-based visualizations. • Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines. • Excellent communication skills and comfort collaborating with cross-functional teams. • Availability to start immediately and commit through mid-October. In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. Benefits Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service. Email Your Resume In Word To Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply, but you may also: cameron.little@jobalert.creativecircle.com • Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: linkedin : CL9-1878975 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered. • • • Cameron Little - Senior Recruiter For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States. This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 10/01/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Creative Circle will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact your Recruiter (the person you'll be interviewing with) or a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements. United Healthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Creative Circle. ,