Academy
Master the Art of Visual Storytelling with Data
Ready to deliver insight with impact?
You won’t just learn how to make charts look good. You’ll learn how to bridge the gap between numbers and meaning.
Since 2013, we’ve trained thousands of individuals worldwide to think visually and strategically to transform data into stories that resonate. Our teaching is hands-on, tool-agnostic, and rooted in real practice. The result? You’ll leave with the skills and confidence to design and present data stories that inform, inspire, and open new doors in your career.
10+
Years teaching
70+
Corporate teams
10K+
People trained
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Enterprise Training
Designed to build internal capability, and spark cross-team collaboration. Can be delivered online or in person.
Tailored Add-Ons
Add-on modules available for deeper practice and to build custom learning journeys that focus on your team’s unique needs.
The Clinic
A practical critique session to review your team’s existing work — from dashboards to slide decks. We identify what to improve and apply quick redesigns for clearer, more impactful storytelling.
Design Sprint
An embedded session where I work alongside your team to solve a real communication challenge. We map ideas, prototype solutions, and build momentum — together.
Presentation
Craft compelling narratives using tools like Keynote or PowerPoint. Learn how to design slides that inform, persuade, and engage.
Creativity Booster
Unlock fresh ideas and deepen conceptual thinking through hands-on sketching. A playful yet powerful way to boost visual thinking.
Motion & Interactivity
Bring your stories to life with animation, transitions, and interactive elements that make your data more dynamic and memorable.
Dashboards & Analytics
Design smarter dashboards and data tools. This module focuses on clarity, prioritisation, and strategic use of analytics.
Why Data Storytelling Matters
Structured around the core areas of Data, Storytelling, and Design to elevate your team’s communication and influence.
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Ready to upskill your team? Drop us an email and request our Corporate Training Info pack.
Our Public Masterclasses
For over a decade Valentina’s 3-day masterclass sold out with The Guardian. Today, it’s offered independently live online or on-demand.
LIVE COHORT (3 DAYS ONLINE)
Live Masterclass
Learn in a focused, high-energy group with Valentina. Practise, get feedback, and benefit from real-time interaction. High impact, short time, maximum results.
A condensed, high-impact experience
All sessions are live with tailored discussions
Real-time feedback and direct access to Valentina
Learn by doing and practising with peers
The energy and accountability of a group that grows together
5 HOURS OF VIDEO TRAINING
On-demand Masterclass
Get the full 3-day masterclass as recordings with the same exercises and frameworks. Perfect if you prefer flexibility and learning at your own pace.
A condensed, high-impact experience
The same exercises and frameworks as the live version
Practice alone at your own pace
Lifetime access to the recordings
Free resources
Start building bridges of knowledge now with these free resources and tools for designing with data
Coaching
Your shortcut to clarity, confidence, and better storytelling.
Sometimes what you need isn’t a full masterclass, but focused guidance on your own projects. Valentina offers 1:1 and small-group coaching to help you sharpen your storytelling, refine your visuals, and build confidence in presenting data. Sessions are tailored to you — whether you’re preparing for a high-stakes pitch, levelling up your design skills, or looking for honest feedback on your work.
Who is the programme for?
It’s ideal for you if:
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You work with data and want to explain it clearly and confidently.
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You often present insights but feel they don’t always stick or spark action.
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You want to learn how to turn numbers into narratives people actually remember.
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You’re tired of default charts and want your visuals to feel more thoughtful and intentional.
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You want to engage non-expert audiences without oversimplifying your message.
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You’re ready to break out of “reporting mode” and start communicating with purpose.
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You’re looking for practical techniques that mix design, storytelling and strategy.
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You want to be seen as someone who brings clarity, not just more data.
It might not be the right fit if:
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You don’t share data with others as part of your role.
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You’re only looking for technical skills (e.g. how to use Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
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You want a fast, passive course you can skim through without much reflection.
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You believe the numbers should speak for themselves – no extra framing needed.
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You aren’t comfortable experimenting or thinking visually.
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You prefer fixed rules over learning how to make creative judgement calls.
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You’re only focused on data analysis, not how to present it effectively.
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You expect a one-size-fits-all template rather than learning a flexible process.
Don’t take our word for it.
“This was the second time I enrolled in Valentina's course. Her energy and generosity in sharing her expertise always leave a mark. I've never seen a group of scientists so engaged in discussing and improving their data visualisations. Valentina perfectly tailors her course to the target audience, wisely choosing and balancing the topics, and selecting the practical examples most relevant to their work. Her way to summarise key take-aways are particularly precious and won't ever leave you asking 'So now what?'. Every single minute of this training is worth it!”
Anna Lombardi
Climate Data Visualiser Copernicus/ECMWF
"Learning the art of visual storytelling with data has been a game changer for SIPRI. Valentina's workshop broadened and enriched our thinking about the visual stories we want to tell with our data. And helping us build a common visual vocabulary and skill set has transformed the way we are able to work together to tell those stories. The workshop and Valentina's approach to teaching it are a marvel!"
Joey Fox
Managing Editor, SIPRI
"The Visual Storytelling course was a great way to come together with our team of researchers and designers and flex our data visualization muscles. Valentina took us from a sturdy review of the basics, inspiring case studies and team-based practice problems for a fun mix of learning and team building across disciplines”
Megan Walsh
Sr Data Scientist, Spotify
"I had the privilege of participating in Valentina's Visual Storytelling Masterclass and walked away with a wealth of new information and perspectives, both conceptual and applicable. Valentina is a great communicator and listener, and her deep understanding of visual/data communication is reflected onto the thoughtful manner in which her class is structured and presented"
Akiko Oguchi
Creative Entrepreneur, Data Analyst.
"Valentina is not only exceptionally talented and experienced in the field of data design, she is a wonderful teacher too. This course was well crafted and jam-packed with resources, practical examples and prompts. The amount I learned in 3 days is invaluable, I highly recommend it."
Fiamma Degl'Innocenti
Service Design Lead, Freelancer
Valentina's Masterclass is a valuable investment for any product designer looking to enhance their skills in data visualization and storytelling—both of which are in high demand. I have expanded my understanding of design and its application to data storytelling, gaining practical advice on how to implement these skills in my projects."
Martin Loskin
Product Designer