Mizuki Tanahara is a Creative Director & Data Visualisation Designer based in London.
ABOUT
I approach every project with equal parts analytical rigour and aesthetic sensitivity — for me, the two are inseparable. Clarity of form follows clarity of thinking.
My work sits at the intersection of data, design and technology. Whether it’s an interactive data installation, an animated explainer or an editorial infographic, my goal remains the same: transform complex information into experiences that are precise, compelling and built to last.
I’ve worked across advertising strategy in Tokyo, campaign production in New York — managing major Japanese brand campaigns including Shiseido, JT and Mori Building as a Producer — and creative direction in London, where I directed video and visual design for J.League official promotional projects. Each context different, each reinforcing the same belief that design works hardest when it makes the difficult feel inevitable.
Alongside client work, I develop self-initiated projects that explore generative systems, data art and the boundaries between information design and fine art. This practice has been exhibited internationally, including at Ars Electronica and Dubai Design Week.
I analyse data using tools such as Excel and Tableau, then translate those insights into visual design. Static pieces are created in Figma or Adobe Illustrator, animations in After Effects, and for real-time interactive work I can also work with TouchDesigner.
Having worked as a Producer in advertising and as an Associate Creative Director in film and video production, I have hands-on experience managing end-to-end production — from creative briefing and schedule management through to client delivery.
Drawing on my experience at a branding agency and advertising firm, I can handle both the strategic and creative sides of branding — from concept development through to design execution.
Skills
Graphic Design
Video Production
Production
Programming
FAB
Figma
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Premiere
Adobe After Effects
Project Management
Schedule Management
Processing
Touch Designer
HTML
CSS
D3.js
Laser cuting
3D printer
Education
2022-2023
University Of The Arts Of London Master’s Degree (Distinction) MA Design Data Visualisation (London, UK)
2017-2019
Institute of Advanced Media Arts and Sciences Master’s Degree MA Media Art (GIfu, Japan)
2011-2015
Ritsumeikan University Bachelor’s Degree Image Arts and Sciences (Kyoto, Japan)