Data Journalist

Jerry - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

101-250 employees

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

As a Data Journalist at Jerry, you will play a crucial role in positioning the company as a leader in data insights within the personal finance and automotive industries. Reporting directly to the VP of Communications, your primary focus will be on crafting compelling, data-driven stories that attract media attention and drive coverage on key topics. You will work within a dynamic Communications Team to enhance Jerry's reputation as a trusted brand and employer, contributing to media relations, social media growth, and executive thought leadership.

Responsibilities

• Wrangle data from internal and external sources, analyze data, create data visualizations, and write and publish relevant stories.
• Conduct data research and analysis to identify topics for consumer consumption.
• Bring newsroom-based data journalism experience and expertise to the team.
• Identify topics and opportunities based on analysis of data that are relevant to news media and consumers.
• Conceptualize, outline, and draft newsworthy articles or studies on a broad spectrum of topics including automotive, driving, insurance, and personal finance.
• Partner with editorial/video content, growth marketing, data, product, partnerships, and SEO teams to identify data journalism opportunities.
• Act as spokesperson for media opportunities about the stories you write secured by the communications team.
• Train supporting talent to identify angles, data sources, and trends and enhance writing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a real-time news service or online publication that covers finance, auto, and/or the economy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with data analysis and spotting newsworthy trends through data.
• Proficiency with Excel, Python, and R or SQL.
• Proficiency with Flourish or similar chart creation program, and at least one generative AI platform (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or Copilot).

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience working on fast-paced data projects in a digital newsroom.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Detail-oriented with an ability to focus on the larger picture.
• Experience publishing personal finance or automotive data stories.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity options.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible work hours and remote work options.
• Professional development opportunities.