Olivia Vane
About Olivia Vane
Olivia Vane is an Interactive Data Journalist at The Economist, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in research and design, with previous roles at institutions such as The British Library and the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Work at The Economist
Olivia Vane has been serving as an Interactive Data Journalist at The Economist since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating engaging and informative data-driven content. Her work involves utilizing interactive visualizations to enhance storytelling and provide insights into complex topics. Based in London, she has contributed to various projects that aim to inform and educate readers through innovative data presentation.
Previous Experience in Data and Design
Before joining The Economist, Olivia Vane worked as a Research Software Engineer at The British Library from 2019 to 2021. Her role involved developing software solutions to support research initiatives. Additionally, she held a research placement at the Victoria and Albert Museum in 2018, where she contributed for two months. Her earlier experience includes working as a Graphic Designer at Kids Company from 2013 to 2015 and a Smithsonian Fellowship at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in 2017.
Internship Experience
Olivia Vane gained valuable experience as a Research Intern at Microsoft Research in 2016. This internship lasted for three months and took place in Cambridge, United Kingdom. During this time, she was involved in research projects that contributed to her understanding of the intersection between technology and data analysis.
Education and Expertise
Olivia Vane holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Innovation Design Engineering from the Royal College of Art, where she studied from 2015 to 2019. She also earned a Master of Science (M.Sci) in History and Philosophy of Science from the University of Cambridge, completing her studies in 2013. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA Hons) in Natural Sciences from the same university, graduating in 2012. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both scientific inquiry and design principles.