Data Journalism Fellow

99454BR

Campus: Tempe

Fellow, Journalism

Job Description

The Data Journalism Fellow will provide essential research, journalism, and communications support for a joint collaboration between the American Public Media (APM) Research Lab and the Ten Across initiative at Arizona State University. The position will help build necessary capacity to increase the relevance and reach of both organizations and raise their visibility locally and nationally. Supporting and collaborating with existing staff members from both organizations, the Data Journalism Fellow partners with the teams to produce and distribute more unique data analysis. This position, will give you the opportunity to develop skills and experiences related to data journalism and reporting, including research, analysis, digital storytelling and more as well as experience in public media operations. In addition to professional development, this position will expand your network with other professionals in the data journalism and journalism industry.

*One-year full-time fellowship with the employment period expected until May 2025  

Job Family

Business Operations

Department Name

University City Exchange

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$50,000 per year

Essential Duties

• Pitch and develop data-driven and informed stories reflecting key issues impacting the Ten Across region. 
• Contribute to and learn from American Public Media Research Lab, a dynamic research start-up embedded in the a nationally renowned American Public Media organization, with numerous opportunities for professional growth, networking, and support.
• Prepare data visualizations, web content, newsletters, and social media communications.
• Review data, reports, and web content for accuracy and clarity.
• Assist with data collection.
• Participate in research design and communicate survey findings. 

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field; OR, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of being an ASU graduate within last 12-months or currently enrolled in ASU graduate degree program
• Evidence in having journalism, writing, and communications experience
• Experience in data analysis, programming, design, infographics, digital displays, data visualization and/or interactives
• Evidence in having background/completed some coursework in social sciences, public health, public policy, economics, statistics
• Evidence of being detail-oriented individual
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience in being self-directed but willing to ask for help and direction as needed
• Experience with computer programs (i.e., Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint)
• Evidence of enthusiasm for APM tagline of “bringing facts into focus”
• Experience with data review, quality assurance, and/or copy-editing
• Work experience with large datasets
• Experience with statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, STATA
• Experience with CMS such as Wordpress, Squarespace

Working Environment

• Activities are performed on the TEMPE CAMPUS in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse
• Frequently required to stand and walk to other areas of the school
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds
• Ability to regularly change priorities to accomplish tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions
• Required to move about in an office environment and sit for extended periods of time
• Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping
• Moderate noise level
• Occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditions

Department Statement

American Public Media is the largest station-based public radio organization in the U.S., combining multi-regional station operations, national content creation and distribution in one organization. With a portfolio that includes Live from Here with Chris Thile, BBC World Service, Marketplace and the leading classical music programming in the nation, APM is one of the largest producers of public radio programming in the world. One thousand stations carry American Public Media’s 20-plus national programs. Its multi-regional station operations include49 public radio stations and 42 translators in the Upper Midwest and California. APM podcasts offers a diverse array of podcasts featuring the best in food, culture, entertainment, business and investigative journalism. American Public Media® (APM) is a premier producer and distributor of public radio programming and podcasts. APM is the largest producer and distributor of classical music programming in the United States. Among APM’s award-winning portfolio of more than 20national programs are Marketplace, The Splendid Table, and special coverage from APM Reports. The mission of American Public Media® is to enrich the mind and nourish the spirit, thereby assisting our audiences to enhance their lives, expand perspectives and strengthen their communities. The APM Research Lab (www.apmresearchlab.org/) is a division of American Public Media aimed at informing the public by producing credible research and analysis-based content. The Research Lab conducts research projects of all types — surveys, demographic analyses, literature reviews, and more — and informs the work of partner organizations and the broader public through traditional reports, as well as infographics, blog posts, interactives, presentations, and other platforms. 

Arizona State University’s Ten Across initiative (www.10across.com) frames the U.S. Interstate 10 corridor as the premier observatory for the future, one which presents the challenges of the 21st century in their highest relief. The southernmost portion of the U.S., from Los Angeles to Jacksonville, offers a compelling window on what lies ahead for the nation. On the front lines of demographic, social, economic, and climate change, the Ten Across region contains the three most populous states, many of the largest and most rapidly growing metro areas, the energy capital of the world, many of the largest American international ports, extremes in weather and water-related challenges, and great diversity and demographic change. Ten Across convenes diverse perspectives to better share information and to inspire proactive decision-making for resilience and sustainability.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation’s fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Background Check Statement

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Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.