Data Journalist, Economics & Research Group
Compass is seeking a Data Journalist to join its Economics & Research Group within the Data & Analytics organization. This role involves collaborating directly with the Chief Economist to transform housing market analyses into engaging editorial content, including reports, commentaries, social media posts, and visualizations. The position is based in New York City.
Key responsibilities include writing and editing market reports, economic commentaries, and narrative summaries of housing data tailored for agents, consumers, and media outlets. The Data Journalist will translate quantitative analysis findings into accessible stories for non-expert audiences, edit content for clarity and coherence, and contribute to regular publications such as market outlooks and regional reports. Additionally, the role involves working with housing and economic datasets to identify trends, developing data visualizations using tools like Flourish or Datawrapper, and adapting research content for various formats and channels, including social media and press releases.
The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience as a data journalist, business reporter, analyst, writer, or editor in online or print journalism. A bachelor's degree or higher in Journalism, Communications, Economics, or a related field is required. Candidates should demonstrate a proven track record of published work that translates data or economic topics for general audiences. Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Python, or R, along with experience in producing graphics for publication, is essential. A strong understanding of economics, financial markets, and real estate is also necessary.
The base salary for this position ranges from $125,500 to $139,400 annually, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package may include bonuses and restricted stock units, along with a comprehensive range of benefits. These benefits encompass paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending accounts, commuter programs, life and disability insurance, and additional support programs.
Compass fosters a collaborative and energetic culture grounded in its Entrepreneurship Principles and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, growth, and mobility. The company offers competitive compensation packages, robust benefits, and professional growth opportunities aimed at enhancing employees' lives and careers.