Data Reporter, Sports
HNPHouston, Texas, United States • Austin, Texas, United States • San Antonio, Texas, United States • San Antonio, Texas, United States • Houston, Texas, United States
Posted August 28, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
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Job Description
The Houston Chronicle is hiring a Sports Data Reporter to join their Hearst Texas Data Team, a collaborative group of journalists. This role focuses on uncovering data-driven stories about sports, analyzing analytics like athlete compensation, and providing audience-focused reporting. The ideal candidate will work with sports journalists and data analysts to create impactful stories.
Requirements
- Experience collaborating in a deadline-driven newsroom environment.
- Proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets.
- Comfort with Python, R, or similar data analysis tools.
- Knowledge of Data Visualization tools (e.g., Datawrapper, Adobe Illustrator/ai2html).
- Working knowledge of Git and Github.
- A desire to learn new data skills.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Opportunities for Professional Growth