Interactive Visual Designer, NBC News Digital

This is a Full Time Job

Member Summary:

Quick Summary (full description below):
NBC News Digital is looking for a journalist with visual and interactive design skills to create data-driven graphics, charts, and interactive content. This hybrid role is based in New York City.

Years of Experience Required: 3 years (36 months)
Experience Required: Designing and developing visual information and data visualization projects, working with HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Salary: $80,000 - $115,000
Workplace Requirements: Hybrid, based in New York City, with 3 days per week in the newsroom at 30 Rockefeller Center
Education Requirements: Not mentioned
Hard Skills Required:
• Proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git
• Experience with Figma, Illustrator, D3.js, ai2html, Mapbox, and Maptiler
• Building mobile-friendly graphics
• Drawing and illustration skills
Soft Skills Required:
• Flexibility to respond to changing project needs
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams
Preferred Skills/Experience:
• Python, R, QGIS experience
• Interest in current events and digital media's role in journalism
• Ability to develop original concepts and stay ahead of design trends

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Full Posting:

NBC News Digital is seeking a talented journalist with expertise in visual and interactive design to join the team. This role focuses on creating graphics, charts, and interactive content to support the newsroom's storytelling.

Responsibilities:
• Create data-driven charts, diagrams, and visuals on request and within deadlines
• Collaborate with reporters, editors, and visual journalists to develop visual angles for breaking news and feature stories
• Expand visual storytelling across NBC News Digital's platforms, including the website, app, and social media
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines to deliver high-quality visuals

Daily Tasks:
• Turn data from reporters into charts, diagrams, or illustrations using tools like D3, Datawrapper, or Illustrator
• Assist science reporters in data analysis using Excel, Google Sheets, Python, or R
• Lay out large-scale interactive pages with Figma or Illustrator
• Develop web-based projects using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Work in a hybrid role with three days a week in the newsroom at 30 Rockefeller Center in New York City

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a newsroom or creating news graphics
• Expertise in designing, developing, and implementing visual information and interactive data visualizations
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and experience using Git for version control
• Familiarity with tools such as Figma, Mapbox, ai2html, Leaflet, Illustrator, and D3.js
• Experience building mobile-friendly graphics and designs
• Proficiency in drawing and illustration

Desired Characteristics:
• Experience with Python, R, and QGIS
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing project needs and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interest in current events and the role of digital media in journalism
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and contribute to original, trend-setting visual content

Additional Information:
This hybrid role requires working in the office at least three days a week. Salary ranges from $80,000 to $115,000, and the position offers a comprehensive benefits package.