Data Reporter at The Baltimore Banner

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Journalism, MediaIndustries

Requirements

Proven track record of reporting data-driven stories that reveal meaningful insights and hold officials and institutions accountable through rigorous investigative work
Ability to analyze large data sets, including geospatial data, using programming languages like Python and R
Ability to do traditional reporting and write stories
Ability to create supporting data visualizations that enhance storytelling using tools like Datawrapper and ai2html
Detail-oriented, inquisitive nature, and devoted to learning and development
Enthusiastic collaborator, especially with non-technical partners
Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to give and receive constructive feedback
A commitment to upholding journalistic values and ethics
Ability to work some nights and weekends or later hours when news breaks
A sense of urgency and ability to act quickly on breaking news stories
Journalism experience (big plus but not required)
Clips of work relative to this role

Responsibilities

Pitch and report data-driven stories that are relentlessly interesting and hold officials and institutions to account
Collaborate with newsroom reporters and other data journalists to elevate ongoing coverage with data reporting and data visualizations
Become an expert on the databases you analyze and use that expertise to cover breaking and enterprise news
Acquire data through multiple means, including public records requests, scraping, and assembling it independently
Check your and sometimes colleagues' work and ensure robust, accurate analysis
Spot trending stories and use data to prove and write about topics most on people's minds
Conduct quick data analysis for breaking news stories
Build and maintain relationships with sources and fellow reporters

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Data AnalysisData VisualizationInteractive GraphicsChartsStorytellingJournalismReportingPitching StoriesCollaborationSource Building

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What skills are required for the Data Reporter position?

The role requires a proven track record of reporting data-driven stories, ability to analyze large data sets including geospatial data using Python and R, and ability to do traditional reporting.

Is journalism experience required for this role?

Journalism experience is a big plus but not a requirement.

What is the location or remote work policy for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for the Data Reporter role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of candidate is the data team looking for?

They seek an innovative thinker and willing collaborator with a passion for their work, a clear vision, diverse skills and interests, and enthusiasm to learn and collaborate.

The Baltimore Banner

Digital news platform for Baltimore and Maryland

About The Baltimore Banner

The Baltimore Banner is an ideal workplace for those passionate about leveraging digital technology to inform and engage with communities. As a leading digital platform for local news in Baltimore and Maryland, the organization excels in comprehensive coverage across various domains, including politics, education, sports, and culture. This company fosters a vibrant culture where employees can thrive by staying at the forefront of digital news innovation and community engagement.

Baltimore, MD, USAHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

EntertainmentIndustries

51-200Employees