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Austin American-Statesman · 1 month ago

Data Editor

301 Merritt 7, 1st Floor, Norwalk, CT, 06851, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Austin American-Statesman is expanding its data team at Hearst Connecticut Media Group, seeking a Data Editor to lead a team in producing data-driven storytelling. The role involves managing data reporters, editing content, and enhancing storytelling through analytics and collaboration with various teams.

DeliveryJournalismMedia and EntertainmentNewsPrintingPublishing

Responsibilities

Lead a team that produces revelatory data-driven storytelling, interactives and newsroom tools

Edit, report and write

Clean, analyze, interpret and visualize datasets

Conceive ideas and work with reporters, photographers, editors and developers to enhance our storytelling and aim for real-world impact

Use analytics to understand audience needs and trends, especially for subscribers

Research, test and teach new methods for working with data and documents

Help raise general data literacy across the newsroom by documenting work, sharing methods and teaching

Qualification

Data visualizationPythonData analysisStatistical principlesAPI developmentMachine learningMultimedia storytellingBilingual (Spanish)CommunicationTime-managementCollaboration skillsMentoring experience

Required

At least 5 years of experience working with large, complex datasets in a newsroom setting

Experience as an editor and/or mentor, even informally. This could be helping colleagues learn new skills, reviewing data analysis, checking code, giving feedback on charts, pair programming, etc

Strong news judgment

Knowledge of multimedia storytelling, social media engagement and other strategies to broaden readership

Excellent communication, time-management and collaboration skills

Proven skill with Python, R, or similar scripting languages, and comfort with data visualization and mapping tools

Understanding of statistical principles and a commitment to accuracy and transparency in analysis

Understanding of design principles and accessibility considerations for data visualization

Experience building APIs and backend applications

Knowledge of AI and machine learning for data storytelling

Willingness and drive to learn new technical and newsroom skills

Preferred

Ability to build scalable data pipelines to efficiently process millions of records

Experience developing robust backend infrastructure and APIs that integrate seamlessly with existing frontend frameworks

Ability to speak a second language like Spanish

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.

Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.

Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.

Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.

Financial support for the care of your loved ones.

Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.

Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual’s unique needs.

Helping you along every step of your family journey.

We care about your pets, too – helping you keep them happy and healthy.

Company

Austin American-Statesman

The Austin American-Statesman has been the leading source of news and information for Central Texas since 1871, serving a dynamic and fast-growing region anchored by the capital city of Texas.

Founded in 1871

Austin, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees