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WSJ seeks executive editor for graphics, multimedia

March 9, 2016

Posted by Chris Roush

We’re looking for an energetic, highly creative journalist-cum-engineer who will stop at nothing to push the boundaries of digital story telling.

Responsibilities:

  • Launch high-profile digital initiatives and startups as well as work with numerous successful existing titles
  • Drive ideation and build – from teams to stories and from tools to code
  • Analyze and interpret news so as to create compelling graphic sthat visually support and supplement editorial stories
  • Collaborate across teams including reporters and editors to gain further insight into stories

Skills:

  • Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and to contribute creative ideas
  • Experience in a deadline-driven environment while bringing a collaborative approach to problem solving
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage data sets for storytelling
  • Flexibility to assume tasks outside of the core responsibilities
  • Demonstrated management and leadership experience
  • Coding skills in front-end development such as HTML, CSS, Javascript
  • Familiarity with producing wireframes and an understanding of UX/UI design
  • Data visualization experience

To apply, go here.

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