Data Journalist

About the role

The role combines analytical investigation with editorial storytelling to transform complex operational data into authoritative narratives. You will support Northspyre's market intelligence engine by producing rigorous, source-backed content that positions the platform as the definitive reference for development intelligence.

Data roles turn raw information into decisions. Analysts query databases and build dashboards. Data scientists build models that predict outcomes. Data engineers build the pipelines that move and store data. All three work closely with business teams and need a mix of statistics, coding, and communication. Nearly every modern company runs on data teams, from startups to banks. A strong portfolio of past analyses matters more than degrees in many hiring decisions.

Key facts

What you'll do

Unstructured data is cleaned and normalized using SQL, Excel, and statistical techniques to ensure accuracy and consistency for analysis.

Complex findings are translated into compelling narratives for developers, owners, and CFOs through thoughtful, insight-driven content.

Perspectives are sourced proactively through outreach and interviews to complement data and enrich story depth as a journalist.

Key findings are presented and discussed with industry audiences through webinars tied to major reports.

Core insights are translated into short-form content and presentations in partnership with brand and design teams to extend the reach of each report.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required for the role.

Fluency in real estate development, economics, or adjacent domains is demonstrated through experience or published work.

Strong long-form writing ability and proven editorial judgment shape complex information into clear narratives.

Hands-on experience cleaning and validating complex datasets is brought to messy, real-world data environments.

SQL experience (Snowflake preferred) and advanced Excel skills are used for data extraction, transformation, and validation.

Analysis is turned into compelling narratives that communicate substance and context beyond charts and descriptive statistics.

A self-starter mindset generates ideas, pursues sources, and advances work independently with minimal supervision.

Intellectual curiosity and critical thinking separate signal from noise within large and multifaceted datasets.

Outreach, interviews, and follow-ups are conducted to gather diverse perspectives that strengthen data-driven stories.

Nice to have

Market or industry reports that have been widely shared or cited are published to demonstrate influence and reach.

Experience in real estate, land economics, development economics, or CRE research interprets findings contextually.

Webinars are hosted, live presentations are delivered, or panels are moderated to engage audiences and deepen the impact of key reports.

A background in journalism, equity research, or brokerage/consulting research supports editorial standards.

Familiarity with statistical analysis beyond basic descriptive metrics strengthens analytical depth.

Skills & tools

SQL environments such as Snowflake are used to query and manipulate large datasets.

Excel is leveraged for advanced cleaning, normalization, and validation of complex data.

Statistical techniques structure and interpret data before narrative translation.

Collaboration with brand and design teams aligns insights with clear, consistent messaging and visual presentation.

Practical notes

This role operates in a hybrid or remote-friendly environment, with an office available in Midtown Atlanta.

You will join a small, fast-moving team where ownership, curiosity, and editorial judgment are essential.

Annual team gatherings support connection and shared learning among colleagues.

Good to know

Data journalism involves investigating real-world operational data to identify trends and anomalies that inform strategic decisions.

The position requires comfort with messy datasets and the ability to validate and structure information for analysis.

Strong written communication is central to translating analytical results for senior stakeholders in real estate development.

Collaboration with design and brand teams ensures that insights are accessible across formats, from long-form reports to short-form materials.

Familiarity with Snowflake and advanced Excel supports efficient data handling and reduces friction in the analysis workflow.