Are you ready to explore the exciting world of data journalism? Join us for a fun and informative webinar featuring insightful speakers Sarah Grant and Corey Dean as they share their data journalism journey. Get the inside scoop on managing expectations and handling time management while uncovering the best ways to network, build your portfolio, and pitch your stories. You will also discover how to work with datasets while ensuring transparency and accuracy in reporting to produce reliable information. Whether you’re a seasoned journalist or just starting, this webinar is perfect for anyone interested in 21st-century storytelling.
Key takeaways
- Data journalism involves a tremendous back-end effort, including data cleaning and mining, before the story writing can begin.
- Managing expectations is essential, as traditional journalists may not fully understand the time and effort required for data journalism.
- Data journalism involves three main pieces: data analysis, reporting, and talking to sources.
- Starting small by pitching to local papers is an excellent way to build a portfolio and gain experience.
- To learn data journalism, inspect websites, GitHub pages, and raw data to start building your story.
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