Ben Chartoff
About Ben Chartoff
Ben Chartoff serves as the Director of Data Visualization at The Urban Institute, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in data visualization and analysis, with previous roles at The Washington Post and Plotly, and holds a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from Syracuse University.
Work at Urban Institute
Ben Chartoff currently serves as the Director of Data Visualization at the Urban Institute, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he leads data visualization initiatives and contributes to various projects aimed at analyzing socio-economic issues. Prior to his current title, he worked as a Data Visualization Developer at the same organization from 2015 to 2017. His work includes developing tools for analyzing wealth distribution and economic mobility, as well as creating visualizations that address wealth inequality and racial wealth gaps in America.
Previous Experience
Before joining the Urban Institute, Ben Chartoff held several positions that contributed to his expertise in data visualization and information science. He was a Knight Mozilla Fellow at The Washington Post in 2014, where he focused on data-driven storytelling for 11 months. He also worked as a Contract Designer at Plotly in 2013 and interned at the New York Public Library in 2012. His early career included roles as a GRE Instructor at Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions and as a Library Circulation Assistant at SUNY Upstate Medical University.
Education and Expertise
Ben Chartoff earned a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from Syracuse University, where he studied from 2011 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor's degree from Northwestern University, where he studied Creative Writing, Geological Sciences, and Integrated Sciences from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in data visualization, allowing him to effectively communicate complex information through visual means.
Contributions to Data Visualization
At the Urban Institute, Ben Chartoff has significantly contributed to various data visualization projects. He has been involved in developing visual tools that analyze wealth distribution and economic mobility. His work also includes creating visualizations that highlight research findings on wealth inequality and economic disparities in America, particularly focusing on racial wealth gaps. These contributions enhance the understanding of critical socio-economic issues through effective visual representation.