Ali Motamedi

About

Strategic Communications & Narrative Strategist with 10+ years of experience translating complex information into actionable insights and engaging narratives. Bridges data analytics, digital media, and human-centric storytelling to build thought leadership and drive audience engagement across interdisciplinary teams. Founder and creative director leading data-informed brand storytelling; also teaches and conducts research in information visualization, analytics, and digital communications.

Experience

• Founder & Creative Director · Ney Studio LLC12-01-2021

  Data-Driven Branding: I convert complex datasets into clear, culturally resonant brand narratives. Creative Strategy: I use generative AI and advanced digital tools to turn abstract information into visual communication assets. Strategic Storytelling: I help organizations bridge the gap between technical analytics and human-centric messaging to build lasting engagement. Visual Systems Design: I develop custom, symbolic frameworks that translate unstructured data into actionable insights for my clients.

• Assistant Professor (Information Visualization) · Rutgers University, School of Communication & Information08-01-2025

  I design and teach courses at the intersection of visual culture, creativity, and digital communication. My teaching continuously informs my artistic practice, and my practice, in turn, deepens and expands my approach to teaching and mentorship.

• Independent Strategist & Multimedia Artist · Independent (Freelance)12-01-2012

  Developed experimental frameworks for transforming unstructured text into structured symbolic systems. Designed interactive dashboards for interpreting behavioral and narrative datasets. Directed and produced multimedia installations, including Farsi Flows and Where Language Ends, exploring cultural perception and diasporic narratives.

• Faculty (Analytics and Digital Communications) · Harrisburg University12-01-2015 – 12-01-2022

  Collaborated across interdisciplinary teams on data-driven research initiatives. Led analytics projects focused on pattern recognition and behavioral analysis. Developed and implemented models for data interpretation and decision-making support.

Education

• The University of AkronPh.D., Quantitative Risk Management (Data-Driven Modeling and Visualization)
• CUNY, Hunter CollegeMFA, Visual Studies (Data + Media Systems)

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