Hi, I'm Stephanie, an animation director and motion designer in New York City.
I create animations that blend the tactile warmth of handmade techniques with the precision of digital tools for projects ranging from illustrative narratives to brand identities to data visualizations.
With 13+ years of experience, I collaborate with editorial clients, commercial brands, documentary filmmakers, and more, from concept through final delivery. With thoughtfully crafted design and animation, I aim to clarify ideas and bring stories to life.
When I’m not in the studio, I’m probably drawing in my sketchbook, going for a run, or exploring the city.
Interested in working together? Let’s collaborate! Get in touch via email at hello@stephanieswart.com.
Clients
The New York Times
Vox Media
Quanta Magazine
Semafor
Scientific American
The Pudding
Google Research
TED Conferences
Mighty Oak
T Brand Studio
The Wall Street Journal
CNBC
Comedy Central
Vice Media
Recognition
2023 Emmy Nomination, Outstanding Graphic Design and Art Direction: Documentary for Netflix’s The Principle of Pleasure, with Mighty Oak in role of 2D animation Art Director for Episode 2.
2023 Emmy Nomination, Outstanding Graphic Design and Art Direction: News for Vox’s A Fact-Checked Debate About Legal Weed and Winter Sports Week in role of Motion Designer.
2016 Commercial Silver Telly Award Winner for Adult Swim: Singles. Made with Slanted Studios as Animation Director.
2014 Annecy International Animation Festival Official Selection.
2013 Ottawa International Animation Festival Official Selection.
2013 Vimeo Staff Pick.
Teaching
2017-2020 Adjunct Faculty at Rhode Island School of Design.
Instructor for course Computer Animation: Integrated Techniques in the Film/Animation/Video department.