Hello!
I’m Chelsea Crabtree,
I lead fast-moving creative teams to turn complex information into clear, high-impact visuals.
My Work
CNN Mapping Visuals
Mapping breaking news stories under tight deadlines
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LA Fire Mapping Comparison
Re-creating broadcast maps with QGIS
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Atlanta's Heat Islands
A visual deep dive into Atlanta's Heat Disparity
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CNN Election Night Assets
Standardizing bulk headshots for use across network
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Workflow Development
Building workflows for an adapting team
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Hand embroidered goods lovingly crafted by claw
Fiber Arts
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About
I’m Chelsea Crabtree,
a visual journalist & media manager based in Atlanta.
I’m a graphic leader with eight years of experience turning complex information into clear, compelling visuals. With a B.S. in Broadcast Media and an M.F.A. in Media Design, I specialize in building visual systems, leading creative teams, and delivering high-impact graphics under tight timelines
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Outside of work, I’m usually embroidering something overly ambitious, exploring with my dog Bonnie, or soaking up time with my daughter—my newest and most delightful creative collaborator :')
My experiences
From technical operations to design leadership at CNN, I’ve built a career turning complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals. I’m excited to bring my skills in storytelling, design, and team collaboration to any creative challenges.
OCT 2021 - Present
Graphics Supervisor @ CNN
Manage and support a creative team delivering news graphics at CNN, bridging producers, designers, and internal teams while enforcing brand standards and keeping quality high under constant deadline pressure.
OCT 2019 - OCT 2021
Graphics Artist @ CNN
Collaborated with producers to create broadcast-ready graphics under tight deadlines, turning complex information into clear visuals and ensuring templates met editorial standards.
NOV 2016 - OCT 2019
Master Control Operator @ CNN
Managed content monitoring, quality control, and disaster recovery across platforms while coordinating real-time production communication and supporting team training.
JUL 2016 - Nov 2016
Technical Operations Assistant @ CNN
Floor directed and supported live and pre-taped broadcasts across CNN, CNN Español, and HLN, coordinating between control room, crew, talent, and guests while participating in ongoing technical training.
Nov 2015 - Jul 2016
Graphics Operator @ WSVN Miami
Coordinated graphic requests and executed live on-air visuals using Viz Trio, while designing and animating reporter package elements in After Effects.
Tools that power my every day: