Deputy News Applications Editor - Remote

Overview

ProPublica is an independent, nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism in the public interest.

In Short

• Guide ambitious pieces of interactive data journalism.
• Manage members of the news apps team.
• Develop and edit projects for public service databases.
• Identify opportunities in existing lines of reporting.
• Show editorial and technical leadership.
• Implement effective workflows for project completion.
• Help prioritize and assign interactive stories.
• Execute a vision for advancing data journalism.
• Collaborate with developers to bring project ideas to fruition.
• Occasional travel for staff retreats and events.

Requirements

• At least five years of experience in data-driven investigations.
• Understanding of software development and data analysis practices.
• Ability to identify relevant datasets and questions.
• Understanding of design principles.
• Experience deploying software and databases for public use.
• Ability to build a motivated team environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Benefits

• Full-time position with benefits.
• Opportunity to work in a distributed team.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Equitable pay based on experience and location.