Digital Journalist, Polling and Analytics

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.