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Data Journalist
Data Journalist & Visualisation Specialist
Location: High Street Kensington, London Position: Full time or part time (minimum 3 days/week)
About the Role
To lead on telling stories with and about data, both self-generated and commissioned.
Generating data visualisations including charts, maps, interactive graphics, and other forms of visual representation.
Main Responsibilities
- Stay on top of new and updating datasets that could be used for New Scientist stories
- Pitch and produce data-led stories
- Work with other reporters and editors to illustrate their stories with data
- Produce graphics and video for a range of platforms, including:
- Website
- App
- Social media
- Magazine
Person Specification
- Experience in reporting with data and producing compelling data visualisation
- A passionate interest in both science and technology
- Ideally with a degree in science or technology
- Ability to write clearly and communicate complex subject matter for a non-technical audience
- Good knowledge of digital journalism practices and social media platforms
- A passion for data and familiarity with basic statistical concepts
- Excellent news and editorial judgement, plus storytelling skills
- Experience of data visualisation software, such as Flourish (Note: Other relevant tools may also be considered)
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Key Attributes & Skills
A multi-talented, driven individual with the following qualities:
- Able to generate inventive and compelling ideas
- Exceptional editorial judgement and an imaginative approach to journalism
- Collaborative team player
- Willingness to innovate and experiment
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly
- Excellent digital skills
- Able to work effectively under pressure
- Organized with proactive habit
- Imaginative, creative, and confident in asserting ideas
- Flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous learning
Package Description
Our benefits package increases the longer you’ve been with us.
Here’s what to expect:
- 25 days’ holiday (increasing by 1 per year up to a total of 30)
- Pension plan and life cover
- Discounts on:
- Online shopping
- Dining cards
- Vouchers, plus access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Onsite gym, subsidized canteen
- Onsite nurse and GP clinics
Plus much more!
About Us
New Scientist is the world’s most popular weekly science and technology publication.
Our platforms, including our:
- Website
- App
- Print Editions
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Cover international news from a scientific standpoint and explore questions about life, the universe, and the meaning of humanity.
As supporters of science since 1956, we’ve evolved further—for example:
- Newsletters
- Videos
- Podcasts
- Courses
- Live events (including New Scientist Live, the world’s greatest festival of science)
Mission
In a Fact-Starved World, New Scientist is Guardian of Truth and Narrator of Inspiring Ideas.
- Base locations: London and New York
- Global operations: UK, US, Australia
Explore more: www.newscientist.com
Our Commitment
We are proudly committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.
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We are a 'Disability Confident Committed' organisation.
If you require recruitment materials in other formats or need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. You may be assured that any such information will be handled separately from your recruitment application and will not influence the selection process.
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