Bankrate.com seeks data journalist

Bankrate.com is looking for an enthusiastic journalist to work with its editorial desk on data-driven projects. Applicants must be skilled storytellers who are capable of quickly finding and analyzing data. The data journalist will join a two-person statistics team that works in all phases of story development. The stats team pitches its own ideas for the website while working with reporters and editors on other projects.

Bankrate’s data journalist must be interested in all aspects of news reporting – not just the numbers. Strong reporting skills are a must. Applicants also must be very comfortable with Excel spreadsheets. They should demonstrate an ability to find data sets and maintain a passion for accuracy and precision. Computer programming, JavaScript, web scraping and mapping skills are also strongly desired.

Responsibilities:

• Locate, analyze and explain financial data for Bankrate’s vast online audience.
• Develop contacts within public and private agencies that act as gatekeepers for financial statistics, such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Federal Reserve, Census, RealtyTrac, etc.
• Work closely with Bankrate.com’s editorial team. Help them troubleshoot any issues with statistics.
• Conceive and assist in building interactive maps and calculators.
• Identify relevant Bankrate content for new products, partner needs and breaking news.

Requirements:

• Strong ability with Excel spreadsheets.
• Knack for finding story ideas and trends within the data.
• Experience with turning statistics into maps, charts and calculators.
• 2-3 years of reporting or editing experience.
• Understanding of SEO and Social Media.
• Enthusiasm and a penchant for acquiring new skills.

Please submit resumes and recent clips to resume@bankrate.com.