Freelance Data Journalist

​​About the Role:

We are seeking an editorial-minded, data-driven journalist to analyze quantitative research and craft compelling narratives around our core treatment categories (sex, hair and weight loss) geared toward media syndication. As a Data Journalist, you'll be responsible for generating innovative story ideas, conducting in-depth analysis of numerical data, and creating attention-grabbing headlines with localized appeal tailor-made for organic media pickup.

You Will:

• Develop 1-2 unique data-driven whitepapers each month, meticulously researched and crafted to capture the attention of media outlets and their audiences
• Analyze publicly available data from Census and other sources to create unique and compelling narratives (i.e. “These are the healthiest cities in America” according to our proprietary score)
• Generate fresh and captivating story ideas centered around our core topics of sex, hair, and weight loss, ensuring relevance and appeal to our target audience
• Dive deep into numerical and statistical data, both existing and newly collected, to unearth unique insights and trends with click-worthy appeal
• Collaborate closely with the editorial team to ensure alignment and consistency in messaging and branding

You Have:

• Analytical Skills: Demonstrate strong analytical skills, with the ability to apply a unique rubric to publicly available data, creating a proprietary story out of non-proprietary numbers, and the ability to craft a survey that will allow you to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets and translate them into engaging narratives
• Creative Thinking: Exhibit creativity and innovation in generating story ideas and approaches, keeping content fresh, relevant, and appealing to diverse audiences
• Communication Skills: Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for crafting clear, concise, and impactful content that resonates with readers
• Deadline Orientation: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at managing multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality work on time and within budget

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in data journalism 
• Possess a solid foundation in journalism with demonstrated experience in analyzing data and conducting market research to uncover compelling stories
• A proven track record of creating studies and content that not only attract media attention but also earn valuable backlinks, driving traffic and engagement

#LI-Remote

Last updated on Aug 27, 2024