Data Editor at Hearst

DescriptionData Editor Hearst Connecticut Media GroupWere expanding our data team at Hearst Connecticut Media Group and adding a player/coach position. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to have a hand in guiding the whole team but not lose the opportunity to do their own work with data and data-driven storytelling.Other key new roles focus on real estate demographics compensation and education.If you love local news inspiring conversation and challenging assumptions this could be the role for you.HCMG is the states largest newsroom with more than 130 journalists covering breaking news high school and UConn sports politics and government business real estate and development education food and trending topics.Hearst Newspapers through itsDevHub team of editorial engineers AI developers and designers has existing infrastructures for processing huge datasets and creating robust custom interactives.This is a newsroom leadership role reporting to Anjanette Delgado group managing editor and collaborating across editorial and audience teams and with the DevHub. You will manage a team of data reporters.Were seeking a self-starter with high standards who can collaborate well has excellent communication skills is comfortable providing and taking feedback. We want a teammate who aspires to be a key player in an exciting modern news operation that values a smart local readership and aims to elevate how we report and present journalism online.This position is full-time and could include some weekend and holiday work.Key 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.What it will take to be successful: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 withPython R or similar scripting languages and comfort withdata visualization and mapping tools.Understanding ofstatistical 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.Plus: Ability to build scalable data pipelines to efficiently process millions of records.Plus: Experience developing robust backend infrastructure and APIs that integrate seamlessly with existing frontend frameworks.Plus: Ability to speak a second language like Spanish.If youre passionate about ambitious local journalism dont hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. We know there are many great candidates who may not check all of these boxes.Requirements:This position is full-time.It will likely include some weekend and holiday work.The successful candidate must be based in Connecticut or nearby New York or willing to move to the region.Our Benefits:At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development but we also believe in promoting each individuals physical financial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family). Our industry-leading benefits include:Physical Wellbeing: Medical Dental and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off including holidays and vacation.Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families with paid leave for new parents.Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.LGBTQ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individuals unique needs.Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets too helping you keep them happy and healthy.And more click here for additional benefits and details.To apply:Send a cover letter resume and clips for review. Key Skills Proofreading,Taleo,Content Management Systems,Copy Editing,Research Experience,Journalism,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Premiere,Final Cut Pro,Creative Writing,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1