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Asuep

Business Reporter

Santa Barbara, CA

$28 - $34/hr

Data journalism, explanatory pieces and investigations What you'll do Report and write * Develop and report original stories through on-the-ground reporting * Write clear, accurate, well-structured ...

State Affairs

Statehouse Reporter, Arizona

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$54K - $58K/yr

Skilled in audio, video or data journalism This is an in-office work opportunity that operates most days out of the Arizona Statehouse in Phoenix, Arizona and the State Affairs office. State Affairs ...

The Guardian

Graphics Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$130K - $140K/yr

Global head of visuals and data journalism Location: New York, NY Hybrid/Remote/In-Person: Hybrid Terms and conditions: Full time, permanent, News Media Guild position Annual Salary: $130,000 - $140 ...

The Guardian

Graphics Editor

New York, NY · On-site

$130K - $140K/yr

Global head of visuals and data journalism Location: New York, NY Hybrid/Remote/In-Person: Hybrid Terms and conditions: Full time, permanent, News Media Guild position Annual Salary: $130,000 - $140 ...

State Affairs

Statehouse Reporter, Arizona

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$54K - $58K/yr

We inform and empower decision makers, policy professionals and citizens through our award-winning journalism and data - delivering profound insights to help our customers decode and act on state ...

Outten & Golden

Assistant Managing Editor

$104K - $174K/yr

Are you excited by the opportunity to mentor journalists, shape editorial strategy, and drive excellence across award-winning data-driven reporting? Do you enjoy uncovering meaningful stories in ...

RELX

Assistant Managing Editor

Washington, DC · Remote

$104K - $174K/yr

Are you excited by the opportunity to mentor journalists, shape editorial strategy, and drive excellence across award-winning data-driven reporting? Do you enjoy uncovering meaningful stories in ...

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How much do data journalism jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for data journalism in the United States is $97,145.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is data journalism?

A Data Journalism job involves using data to find, analyze, and present news stories. Data journalists collect and interpret large datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and insights that inform the public. They use statistical tools, coding, and visualization techniques to make complex information accessible. This role often involves collaboration with reporters, designers, and developers to create data-driven articles and interactive stories.

What do data journalists do?

Data journalists often work on investigative pieces that analyze large datasets to uncover trends, patterns, or anomalies related to public interest topics such as health, environment, economy, or social issues. Projects may include interactive dashboards, infographics, and long-form articles based on data-driven research. They frequently collaborate with editors, graphic designers, and subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and create compelling visual and written narratives. This cross-functional teamwork allows data journalists to turn raw data into stories that inform, engage, and drive public conversation.

What skills and qualifications are needed for data journalism?

To thrive in Data Journalism, you need strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization, and expertise in journalistic research and writing, often supported by a degree in journalism, statistics, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Excel, SQL, Python, and data visualization platforms such as Tableau, along with certification in data analysis or journalism, is commonly expected. Curiosity, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for telling impactful stories with data. These skills enable data journalists to uncover significant insights, present complex information clearly, and maintain integrity and public trust in their reporting.

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Infographic showing various Data Journalism job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,145 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Climate, Environment & Water Reporter

NEWSWELL

Santa Barbara, CA • On-site

$28 - $34/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Climate, Environment & Water Reporter, Newswell
You will join the Santa Barbara News-Press as a dedicated beat reporter, covering topics of environment, climate and water across Santa Barbara County and the Central Coast. Your reporting will focus on explanatory and accountability journalism, presenting complex topics in a straightforward, accessible style for multimedia audiences.
At the Santa Barbara News-Press, you'll be part of a growing start-up newsroom rebuilding local journalism with urgency, credibility and relevance. You'll cover a wide range of stories across Santa Barbara County contributing original reporting that helps readers understand what's happening - and why it matters.
This is a role for an experienced journalist with expertise in topics of environment, climate, water policy and related subject areas. You should be comfortable covering issues as diverse as land use, coastal conservation, ecosystem health, agriculture, energy infrastructure, natural disaster, public health, environmental justice and community resiliency. To do this, you must have strong source development across relevant local organizations, industries and government entities, and be able to report on issues in a fact-based manner. You should have familiarity with government information request processes.
In this role you will pursue breaking news, enterprise reporting, narrative features, data journalism, investigations and shoot short-form vertical video for social-first stories. You'll spend a significant portion of your time out in the community, on the street and in the field, talking to people.
The pay scale for this position ranges from $28.00 - $34.00/hour.
What you'll own
You will anchor a dedicated Climate, Environment & Water (CEW) reporting beat for the News-Press, contributing strong original reporting across media formats, including:
  • Daily and weekly beat stories
  • Community profiles, breaking news and developing stories
  • Features, data journalism, and investigations

What you'll do
Report and write
  • Develop and report original stories through on-the-ground reporting
  • Write clear, accurate, well-structured stories on deadline
  • File breaking news quickly while maintaining accuracy and fairness
  • Follow stories beyond the news cycle for in-depth "day two" coverage
  • Develop long-form, investigative and explanatory features
Work across formats
  • Contribute through written text and photos
  • Shoot short-form video for publishing across multiple platforms
  • Work with editors and colleagues to adapt reporting for different platforms
  • Present at periodic in-person News-Press events focusing on environmental topics
Collaborate in a modern newsroom
  • Work closely with editors, fellow reporters and visual journalists
  • Participate in story meetings and contribute ideas
  • Be open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
  • Occasionally cover general assignment stories or breaking news as needed

Relevant qualifications
  • A degree in journalism or college-level journalism coursework
  • A minimum of three years of professional reporting experience in an environmental or related beat.
  • Excellent reporting and writing skills
  • Proficiency in understanding, analyzing, and presenting data in an understandable way.
  • Experience and comfort publishing stories in short-form vertical video format

Preferred skills and abilities
  • A minimum of five years professional reporting experience and/or academic background in environmental topics.
  • Familiarity with digital publishing workflows
  • Spanish language speaking and writing skills
  • Preference for someone living in the Santa Barbara area

Why this role matters
You will be a core member of a growing team working to transform the 158-year-old Santa Barbara News-Press into an innovative digital-first local news outlet. This role exists to provide strong foundational reporting on the most important news of Santa Barbara County and the Central Coast via timely, fact-based storytelling that resonates with our local community. You are here to build the news and information infrastructure for a people and a place.
Benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with matching employer contribution
  • 22 days of vacation time
  • 11 holidays, including your birthday
  • Parental leave
  • Significant tuition reductions
  • Professional development is highly valued at ASU Enterprise Partners, where employees are encouraged to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest
  • $30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement

How to Apply
Please include:
  • A written resume
  • Clips or links to recent written reporting (ideally five to eight pieces that together showcase your editorial range across different types of articles, ex. daily news, longform, profile, analysis, etc.
  • Clips or links to any video or audio news stories you have produced or been a part of producing
  • A note on your journalistic background, professional aspirations in this role, interest in covering the greater Santa Barbara community and why the News-Press would be a good fit (max. 1 written page)

Please assemble these materials into a single document and upload them in PDF format.
This position is fully in-person, excepting that your reporting responsibilities will require you to travel throughout the county and may mean you are not in the office every day. Reporters must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle in good working condition, with suitable auto insurance coverage. Occasional night and weekend work is required.
NEWSWELL is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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