During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, communication channels were saturated with information. Some helpful, some not. Novelty can draw in audiences whose eyes have become numb to the clutter.

By modifying stock illustrations and storyboarding simple animation, I worked with other members of the creative team at Saint Louis County Department of Public Health to create this animation with a clear message: if you’re sick, stay home. Admittedly, this prescription can be difficult or impossible for those without the option to miss work.

Click the image to go to the Instagram post and see the animation.