TEGNA · 21 hours ago
Data Visualization Specialist
Tysons Corner, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$45/hr - $55/hrTEGNA Inc. is a leading provider of local news and services, reaching over 100 million people monthly. They are seeking a Data Visualization Specialist to support the Enterprise data journalism team by transforming analysis into engaging visual storytelling and ensuring data findings are accessible to audiences.
Media and EntertainmentAdvertisingMarketingBroadcastingTV
Responsibilities
Create charts, maps, and graphics that clearly communicate findings from data-driven reporting
Translate analysis and reporting led by the Data Journalist–Producer into visual form
Help audiences quickly understand scale, trends, and comparisons through effective visual design
Produce fast, clean visuals for breaking news and timely explainers
Contribute visual storytelling to deeper enterprise and investigative projects
Adapt visuals for use across digital, streaming, and broadcast platforms
AI-assisted tools to support data visualization and analysis workflows
Partner with the Product team to develop interactive maps, dashboards, and explainers
Contribute to repeatable, data-driven tools that can be localized across markets
Maintain visual consistency across enterprise data products
Ensure visuals accurately represent underlying data and analysis
Clearly communicate uncertainty, limitations, or caveats when appropriate
Apply accessibility and usability best practices
Collaborate with the Data Analyst & Researcher to understand methodology and data constraints
Work with contributing reporters and local market teams to adapt visuals for their audiences
Support the broader goals of the Enterprise Content Team through visual expertise
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in data visualization, visual journalism, or information design
Strong design fundamentals and attention to detail
Working knowledge of HTML/CSS and basic JavaScript
Ability to work quickly and collaboratively in a lean, enterprise reporting environment
Preferred
Experience producing publication-grade charts and visuals, in Adobe Illustrator, Figma or in the browser
Experience producing interactive journalism using modern programming frameworks like Svelte
Experience using AI-assisted tools to support data visualization and analysis workflows
Proficiency with visualization tools or frameworks such as: Flourish, Tableau, Carto, or similar tools
GIS tools (QGIS, ArcGIS, PostGIS)
JavaScript-based libraries (e.g., D3) a plus
Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families.
TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
Company
TEGNA
Tegna provides local news and services through its television stations and offers marketing solutions for businesses.
Founded in 2015
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-08-19Acquired
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Dhanusha Sivajee
CEO
David Loving
President & General Manager
Recent News
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