Digital Journalist, Polling and Analytics
Jetzt bewerben Später bewerben Job ID 10137634 Standort Washington, Washington, D.C. Veröffentlichungsdatum 08/12/2025 Unternehmen ABC NewsJob-Zusammenfassung:
Job Overview:
Working with the Director of Political Coverage and the Washington Bureau, the Digital Journalist/Polling and Data Analytics will report on and provide support in the areas of polling, elections, and data analytics for ABC News. The individual will need a reporting background and an understanding of polling and elections.
Responsibilities:
• Explore unique angles in storytelling in the polling space by writing compelling news stories using ABC News’ polling data and polls conducted by outside sources.
• Work with the Director of Polling as well as platform and beat leaders on poll design and execution
• Assist reporters and producers across the news division, as well as ABC’s owned stations, in finding and utilizing polling data in their reporting.
• Work with the Manager of Data Analytics to develop editorial content to support and enhance ABC News’ coverage of public opinion and elections.
• Analyze exit polls on election nights for reporting across ABC News’ platforms.
Basic Qualifications:
- At least two years of reporting and polling experience.
- An interest in public opinion research as it relates to news and storytelling.
- Must be a strong communicator with the ability to translate polling and other empirical data into clear, engaging news stories including data visualizations.
- Must have strong collaboration skills and have a demonstrated ability to work across various teams
- Must be well-organized and able to handle multiple projects and news stories simultaneously.
- Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and consistently meet very tight deadlines.
- Able to work at night and on weekends during election season and during breaking news events.
- Have exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and high standards.
- Must be able to approach your work with neutrality and fairness to all viewpoints
Applicants must have US work authorization
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a newsroom and/or television environment.
- An understanding of statistical analysis and poll methodology.
- Experience with statistical analysis and statistical software packages (e.g., R, SPSS, STATA)
Required Education:
- BA or BS from a 4-year accredited college or university.
The hiring range for this position in Washington, DC is $87,100 - $116,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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