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Hearst Newspapers · 2 weeks ago

Data Reporter, Education

420 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX, 78205, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Hearst Newspapers is seeking a data reporter for the San Antonio Express-News to produce high-impact data stories that help readers understand the influence of schools and public institutions. The role involves collaborating with reporters and editors to create graphics-focused stories and interactive projects, contributing to high-impact journalism in the education sector.

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Responsibilities

Produce high-impact data stories that help readers understand and explore how schools and other public institutions shape their daily lives

Collaborate closely with reporters and editors across the San Antonio newsroom, particularly on the education beat, to find original angles and deliver high-impact journalism

Work as part of the data visualization team to produce quick-turn, graphics-focused stories, interactive projects, and data-driven deep dives

Qualification

Data storytellingData visualizationFeedback receptivenessCollaborationCommunication skills

Required

Experience in data journalism or a related field

Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to collaborate effectively with reporters and editors

Comfortable providing and taking feedback

Self-starter with high standards

Ability to produce high-impact data stories

Experience with data visualization tools and techniques

Preferred

Experience covering education or public institutions

Familiarity with interactive projects and graphics-focused storytelling

Knowledge of the San Antonio and Austin communities

Company

Hearst Newspapers

Hearst Newspapers is the division in charge of Hearst's newspapers, local digital marketing service businesses, and directories.

Founded in 1887

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

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Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Carson S.

HR Business Partner

Laura Wilson

Director Major Account Partnerships

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