Special Projects Data Producer
Core
A producer who finds stories in data, combining investigative producing, data research, and verification to power data-driven reporting for local news.
Role type
Senior IC investigative data producer
Builds
Data-driven news stories, broadcast/streaming segments, and online articles for local markets
Domain
Local news media / Data journalism
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
investigative journalism, data analysis, public records requests, government databases, web scraping, video editing, broadcast producing, SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Flourish, Canva, AI tools for research
Preferred skills
experience in a local or national newsroom, familiarity with public records requests and government data
Technologies
SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Flourish, Canva, AI tools
Responsibilities
Acquire data through public records requests, government databases, scraping, and independent assembly; Organize, document, and maintain datasets for reporting and reuse; Monitor datasets to spot emerging trends and story opportunities; Conduct quick-turn data analysis for breaking news stories; Provide analytical support for enterprise and investigative projects; Conduct in-depth background research on a wide range of topics; Conduct and record interviews with experts; Write articles and show scripts; Edit video – vos, vo/sots, longform interview segments – for streaming and broadcast shows; Use AI tools to support data research and analysis; Assist in building timelines, comparisons, and contextual analysis; Fact-check data, figures, and methodology used in stories; Translate analytical findings into clear summaries for reporters and partners; Support collaboration with contributing reporters and local market teams; Work with outside experts when additional validation or context is needed
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
