- Company: American
- Location: Main Campus (Washington, DC)
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- Full Time
- Main Campus (Washington, DC)
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Public data for “American” is thin and mixed. Domain research points mainly to North American Company (life insurance and annuities), with other hits for American Leather Co. and American Water. Treat employer identity as unconfirmed from this feed.
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American is hiring a Data Journalism Editor, IRW for a full-time opportunity at Main Campus (Washington, DC). This role suits detail-oriented professionals ready to shape high-quality data-informed reporting in the heart of the city.
What This Role Involves
The Data Journalism Editor, IRW position at American in Main Campus (Washington, DC) centers on blending editorial judgment with data fluency to strengthen investigative and explanatory storytelling. You will serve as the primary quality gatekeeper for data-supported content, ensuring that numbers, charts, and analyses enhance rather than obscure the underlying narrative. Daily work involves close coordination with reporters, designers, and researchers so that every piece released under the IRW banner meets standards of accuracy, transparency, and public relevance.
Core Duties
- Review and refine data-driven manuscripts for narrative flow, factual precision, and accessibility to general audiences
- Collaborate with journalists to source, clean, and interpret datasets that illuminate key public-interest questions
- Design and vet visual presentations of complex information so readers grasp patterns quickly and correctly
- Establish and maintain verification protocols that protect the integrity of every published figure or map
- Coach colleagues on best practices for merging quantitative evidence with clear, compelling prose
- Contribute to planning sessions that set priorities for upcoming data journalism projects at Main Campus (Washington, DC)
What We're Looking For
- Solid background in journalism, editing, or data analysis applied to news production
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate statistical methods and visually represent findings without distortion
- Strong command of English usage, style conventions, and ethical standards expected of professional newsrooms
- Comfort mentoring others and working under deadline pressure alongside creators of varied skill levels
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience that supports the Data Journalism Editor, IRW function
More About American
American is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment.
How to Apply
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What people say about American
- Ask HN: Who is hiring? (August 2015)
- Three Wise Men in a Bed: Bedsharing and Sexuality in Medieval Europe (2014)
- Why Are There Still So Many Jobs? The History and Future of Workplace Automation [pdf]
- Google to France: We Won't Forget It for You Wholesale
- Ninth Circuit rules NSA's bulk collection of Americans' call records was illegal
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine calls for elimination of daylight saving time
Recent news
- This extremely remote US national park is the only one of its kind that requires a valid passport to visit - FOX Weather
- A Win for American Democracy - The Atlantic
- Lorenzo Salgado Araujo Chased the American Dream for 35 Years Before Fatal ICE Shooting - The New York Times
- A journey down one of the last wild rivers in the American west: ‘The bullseye will always be on its back’ - The Guardian
- American ref Elfath to oversee England-Argentina semifinal - ESPN
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Working in Main Campus
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Listing text says Main Campus (Washington, DC), but location data resolves to Main Campus, Harbour Pointe Boulevard, Mukilteo, Snohomish County, Washington (98275). On-site role (remote: 0). No commute, housing, or neighborhood detail is in the data.
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.3% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in Washington: 7.0% above the national average — via BEA
Median household income in Snohomish County: $107,982 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most recent FEMA-declared disaster in Snohomish County: Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides (Flood), Apr 2026 — via FEMA
Average commute time in Snohomish County: 31 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Typical climate: average high 61°F / low 43°F year-round (summers around 75°F, winters around 34°F) — via NOAA 1991-2020 Normals
Walkability: Above average walkable (13.7/20) — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $2,146/mo (1BR) · $2,501/mo (2BR) — via HUD Fair Market Rents
Build the skills for this role
Role-aligned skills (not cert-backed here): data cleaning and analysis, newsroom ethics, investigative editing, visualization literacy, and clear writing for public audiences. No certified pathway is listed in CERTS.
Prepare portfolio edits that show data stories improved under your hand; walk through source verification, uncertainty language, and how you coach reporters. Expect scenario questions on flawed datasets and tight publish deadlines.
Best for editors who already bridge journalism and data. Company identity in this enricher feed is weak—confirm the real employer (university vs. insurer vs. other) before applying.
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Listing facts
- Role Data Journalism Editor, IRW
- Employer American
- Location Main Campus (Washington, DC)
- Type Full Time
- Posted July 13, 2026
- Apply by 2026-08-12
- Country context US
- Overview Full original description on this page (321 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)
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- Life Insurance & Annuities - North American Company — North American Company has shown its unwavering customer commitment since 1886 providing life insurance and annuities.
- Handbags & Leather Goods | American Leather Co. — Shop our collection of classic handbags & accessories crafted of the finest American leather & built to last. Free shipping & returns for do…
- American Water | We Keep Life Flowing — The company employs more than 6,400 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services…
- Brands - Reynolds American — The diverse portfolio of Reynolds brands caters to adult tobacco and nicotine preferences. Learn more about our brands here.
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- Hacker News — Ask HN: Who is hiring? (August 2015)
- Hacker News — Three Wise Men in a Bed: Bedsharing and Sexuality in Medieval Europe (2014)
- Hacker News — Why Are There Still So Many Jobs? The History and Future of Workplace Automation [pdf]
- Hacker News — Google to France: We Won't Forget It for You Wholesale
- Hacker News — Ninth Circuit rules NSA's bulk collection of Americans' call records was illegal
- Hacker News — American Academy of Sleep Medicine calls for elimination of daylight saving time
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