Behind the Lens of a Content Creator by University of Washington

There is an idea that the content creator or "influencer" garners certain ideas and assumptions. Everybody seems to want to do it, but what they don't realize is the effort and time it actually takes. The categories of content creators span far and wide, from the Superstar TikTok star to the niche at-home creators. Social media tends to only show the glitz and glamour.

This data visualization project aims to uncover my own personal journey as a niche at-home creator within the online beauty space. Starting with the beginnings of my passion, growth, the eventual displeasure of being in the online space, and how I've learned to navigate the pain points.