Data Reporter Job at Dallas News Corp. in Dallas

Job Title

Business Title

Staff Writer

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Location

Downtown Dallas (TDMN) - Dallas, TX 75201 US (Primary)

Salary Grade

Job Type

Full-Time

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

Travel

Job Description

The Dallas Morning News is hiring a Data Reporter who thrives on finding and telling stories with data in a fast-paced, audience-centered newsroom. In this role, you will work closely with the Hearst Texas Data Team, a collaborative group of journalist-programmers who partner with peers at the Houston Chronicle, Austin American-Statesman, San Antonio Express-News, The News and Hearst DevHub to produce impactful data-focused reporting. You will have the opportunity to pursue a mix of quick-turnaround stories on a variety of topics, and you will receive training and mentorship working alongside award-winning data and beat reporters.

This job is based in Dallas-Fort Worth and is not eligible for remote work.

The Dallas Morning News believes a collaborative and inclusive work environment is essential to a thriving workplace for all. We are in search of a diverse group of candidates.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Produce data- and graphics-focused journalism that’s centered on high-interest topics in collaboration with other members of the Texas Hearst Data Team and The Dallas Morning News.
• Approach datasets with a healthy dose of skepticism and find trends and stories in the numbers.
• Write and document reproducible, bulletproof code for data analysis.
• Write audience-focused stories and build data visualizations.
• Support and further data literacy in the newsroom by leading data trainings

Qualifications

• Experience working collaboratively in a deadline-driven newsroom environment.
• Ability to self-manage and handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Experience working with large datasets including:
  • Cleaning and parsing datasets efficiently/performantly
  • Standardizing and combining large datasets
• Command of Excel and Google Sheets.
• Experience scraping sites and building databases.
• Is comfortable using Python, R or similar tools to clean, analyze and present data.
• Comfort with data visualization tools such as Datawrapper or Adobe Illustrator/ai2html.
• Working knowledge of Git and Github.
• Desire and ability to learn on the job.
• Any experience with the following tools/systems is a plus:
  • Mapping tools such as ArcGIS or QGIS.
  • APIs and web-scraping tools.
  • Federal and Texas open-records law.

About HNP

With 2,500 employees across the nation, Hearst Newspapers (HNP) represents a network of 28 daily and 50 weekly publications, including the Austin American-Statesman, Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News, San Francisco Chronicle and Times Union (Albany). Our portfolio also includes several top digital-only news and lifestyle sites such as Chron., CT Insider, MySA and SFGATE, along with marketing services businesses like Medium Giant and entertainment brands such as King Features Syndicate.

At HNP, we’re investing in new and innovative ways to tell stories — growing newsrooms, diversifying tools and evolving platforms — to support the millions of people who trust us each month to help them make decisions, take action and be inspired.

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The Dallas Morning News

About Business Unit for Job Postings: Since 1885, The Dallas Morning News (www.dallasnews.com) has been North Texas’ trusted source for credible, independent journalism — reporting with accuracy, fairness, and integrity. Each week, we reach more than 4 million people across print, digital, and social platforms, covering the stories that shape life in Dallas and across the state. From politics and public policy to business, culture, and sports, our mission is to inform, engage, and reflect the diverse communities we serve.

What We Offer

• Flexible Work Schedules – Because balance matters.
• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage – Comprehensive plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• 24/7 Telemedicine Access (MDLive) – Talk to board-certified doctors anytime, anywhere.
• FMLA & Parental Leave – Supporting you through life’s important moments.
• Retirement Benefits with Employer Contributions – Helping you invest in your future.
• Onsite Fitness Center – Stay active and energized during your day.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
• Monthly "Health & Wealth" Webinars – Tools and tips to support your physical and financial wellness.
• 18 Days of Paid Time Off + 9 Paid Holidays – Plenty of time to recharge.
• 8 Hours of Paid Community Service Time – Give back to the causes that matter most to you.