Data Analytics Manager, Polling & Elections
The Walt Disney Company
- United States
- United States
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Responsibilities:
Develop analytical tools such as polling averages, election race ratings, county vote benchmarks, and other election metrics and newsroom-ready data tools.
Create editorial content based on polling results, analytical tools, and election data for broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
Explore unique angles in storytelling by writing compelling news stories using ABC News' polling data and reputable outside polls.
Help ensure all ABC News platforms present polling and election data with appropriate context and journalistic accuracy.
Work with the Decision Desk in the design, implementation and testing of statistical models for election projections and analytical reporting.
Conduct analyses of early voting trends using voter files and related election data.
Assist the Director of Polling in overseeing the team that analyzes exit polls on election nights for real-time reporting across ABC News' platforms.
Vet polls and social science studies from outside sources for the news division and provide guidance on reportability, accuracy, and newsworthiness.
Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in data journalism, data analytics, and public opinion research, including 5+ years in a newsroom, television, or political media environment.
Deep knowledge of and interest in data journalism, polling, and public opinion research as it relates to news storytelling.
Experience with programming languages and database management (e.g., Python, SQL, C++).
Strong communicator with the ability to translate polling and other data into clear, engaging news stories and data visualizations.
Experience with advanced statistical analysis, modeling, and statistical software (e.g., R, STAN, SPSS, STATA).
Experience working with data visualization software (e.g., Datawrapper, Tableau, Power BI).
Solid background in survey research methodology.
Experience working with and analyzing voter registration files, election returns, and Census data.
Well-organized and able to handle multiple projects and news stories simultaneously.
Able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure newsroom environment and consistently meet very tight deadlines.
Able to work nights and weekends during election season and during breaking news events.
Strong collaboration skills, able to work across multiple teams
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to journalistic accuracy.
Strong background and interest in U.S. electoral politics.
Required Education:
BA or BS in the social sciences (e.g., political science, data science, statistics, sociology, communication research, survey research, etc.) from an accredited 4-year college or university.
Preferred Education:
Master's degree or PhD in the social sciences (e.g., political science, data science, statistics, sociology, communication research, survey research, etc.).
The hiring range for this position in Washington D.C. is $138,400 to $190,300 per year and in New York, NY is $145,100 to $199,400 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.
Job ID:
10140830
Location:
New York,New York
Job Posting Company:
ABC News
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Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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