Bankrate seeks a data reporter

Red Ventures is looking for a Data Reporter to join the Bankrate editorial team to surface insights from data and weave it into a compelling narrative for our consumer-facing audience. The data reporter will gather and clean datasets, document their processes and publish content that highlights their findings.

This is a highly collaborative role that will work closely with the editorial, public relations and outreach teams, among others. An ability to work well in a team setting is a must. Experience as a media spokesperson, such as in TV, radio or podcast interviews, is a plus.

What You’ll Do

• Gather, clean and analyze data with the purpose of surfacing compelling narratives
• Research and report through interviews to corroborate findings
• Create data visualizations to elevate Bankrate’s editorial content
• Collaborate with the public relations and outreach teams to publish data studies, statistical content and ranked lists
• Establish and improve Bankrate’s data reporting workflow
• Monitor news and trends related to personal finance and actively pitch ideas
• Represent Bankrate as an expert spokesperson during media interviews

What We’re Looking For

• At least 3 years of experience working with data in a newsroom/media environment
• A strong understanding of a data analysis language, such as SQL, R and/or Python
• An ability to surface and write compelling narratives from raw data sets
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate your work to other teammates
• Excellent research, writing and editorial skills, with the ability to respond to edits
• An ability (or willingness to learn how) to create data visualizations to elevate an article
• An ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• An ability to grasp the voice, style and tone of the Bankrate brand
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with a team and individually as needed
• Experience with AP Style
• Knowledge and interest in personal finance

To apply, go here.