Create automated visualization workflows in partnership with product/engineering, and help train AI systems and templates on visualization best practices.
Set and enforce style and standards for charts, maps and graphics across all markets.
Audit datasets feeding visualization pipelines, including validating data sources, transformations and overall integrity and newsworthiness.
Identify and correct misleading, inconsistent or unclear visual framing, and build guardrails to reduce error rates in automated chart generation.
Design reusable, scalable chart templates for common story types.
Produce centralized, data-driven stories for distribution across markets.
Support complex local investigations requiring advanced visualization.
Prototype new visual storytelling formats.
Train reporters on querying datasets and using visualization tools, and provide feedback on local data stories and graphics.
Identify and source new data sets from available marketplace.

Requirements

Strong journalism background with demonstrated data reporting experience.
Ability to work with automated pipelines and reporter-generated queries, so they need to be comfortable validating data at the source (SQL).
Deep understanding of visualization principles and common pitfalls.
Obsessed with understanding AI and how it can be utilized to automate workflows.
Experience building templates or repeatable workflows.
Comfort working alongside product and engineering teams.
Ability to spot anomalies and think systematically.
Clear communicator who can translate complex methodology simply.

Benefits

401(k) with employer match
Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
Dental and vision coverage
Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
One mental health day per quarter
Annual learning and development stipend
$100 monthly work-from-home stipend
Tele-mental health services through Headspace
OneMedical membership, including telehealth services
Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
Inclusive fertility, hormonal health, and family-forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
Virtual company-sponsored social events
A strong and positive work environment
A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

SQLdata visualizationdata auditingdata validationtemplate designautomated workflowsdata storytellingdata reportingdata queryingvisualization best practices

Soft Skills

communicationsystematic thinkingcollaborationtrainingattention to detailproblem-solvingcreativityadaptabilitycritical thinkinganalytical skills