[Hiring] Graphics Data Reporter REMOTE USA
Position: Graphics Data Reporter
Date Posted: October 7, 2025
Industry: Media / Journalism / Sports Analytics
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: Not Specified
Qualification: Estimated Qualification like Bachelor Degree holder, Diploma/Degree/Certificate
Salary: $110,000 – $140,000 USD
Location: United States [REMOTE]
Company: The Athletic
Description:
Join The Athletic – Graphics Data Reporter (Remote)
The Athletic, powered by one of the largest global sports newsrooms, delivers in-depth stories covering professional and college teams across North America and the English Premier League. We are seeking a versatile Graphics Data Reporter to join our Data and Visuals team. This is a dynamic, generalist role where tasks may vary daily or weekly, ranging from publishing analytical articles and charts to developing interactive projects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and pitch creative and distinctive story ideas.
• Collaborate with team members across the Visuals desk and newsroom.
• Produce work in multiple formats, including written stories, charts, and visual explanations.
• Conduct data analysis and interpretation.
• Contribute to interactive projects, from chart production to building complex applications.
• Maintain high editorial standards in all work.
Requirements:
• Experience publishing explanatory journalism across various subjects.
• Strong skills in using data, technology, and visuals for effective storytelling.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Highly organized and adept at reporting and writing in multiple story forms.
• Creative approach to news coverage and a willingness to learn technological skills.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, R, or Python preferred.
• Proficiency in producing publication-grade visuals using Adobe Illustrator, Figma, or browser-based tools preferred.
• Experience in interactive journalism using frameworks like Svelte is a plus.
Benefits:
• Competitive US-based medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-contributed life and disability coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, 12 holidays, 15 days vacation to start, and up to 20 weeks Paid Parental Leave.
• Savings accounts for medical, wellness, and childcare expenses.
• International candidates receive comparable competitive benefits.
The Athletic Media Company is an equal opportunity employer encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
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